Petrol-powered ride-on mower with 414 cc STIGA engine and 98 cm cutting deck with two blades.
The STIGA Tornado 398 M ride-on mower is designed for those wanting to cut grass with the side discharge function or the optional choice of mulching. With an attractive, modern look, this ride-on mower is powered by a STIGA engine with a net power output of 7,1 kW @ 2800 rpm. The Tornado 398 M has a mechanical transmission and a 98 cm cutting deck with two blades and 2 anti-scalp wheels. The cutting height can be adjusted to 7 positions (from 25 to 80 mm) using a lever next to the driving seat, whilst the blades are activated by an electromagnetic clutch at the touch of a button. A STIGA Ergonomic steering wheel works with a STIGA Classic adjustable high-back seat to make it a delight to drive.
A 5-year manufacturer’s warranty is included with this machine (T&C’s apply).
For advice on the ride-on best suited to your requirements please call our Technical Helpline on 01986 785272 or contact your local STIGA Dealer who will be happy to advise you.
Delivery Information: This garden tractor will be delivered by our premium ‘Ready to Mow’ white glove delivery service. Your local STIGA authorised Dealer will prepare the machine with a thorough pre-delivery inspection and deliver it ready to use at a time convenient to you. They will also demonstrate its safety features and how to use the machine.
Please allow up to 7 working days for delivery, however, if your local dealer has the machine in stock then delivery would normally be much sooner. This premium delivery service is available free of charge with this machine.
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Mechanical transmission
Change gears using the designated lever. The mower has 5 forward and 1 reverse gear.
Button to start the blades
For starting or stopping the blades using the special electromagnetic clutch.
Technical Specifications
| Lineup | Tornado |
| SKU | 2T0510481/ST3 |
| EAN/UPC | 8008984852310 |
| Level | Essential |
| Power source | Petrol |
| Battery capacity | 18 Ah |
| Power | 7.1 kW |
| Mowing areainfo_outline | 5000 ㎡ |
| Engine Brand | STIGA |
| Engine model | ST 400 Powered by STIGA |
| Displacement | 414 cm³ |
| Engine rotation speed | 2800 rpm |
| Battery Voltage | 12 V |
| Choke | Manual |
| Engine cooling | Air |
| Fuel tank capacity | 6 l |
| Minimum uncut radius | 70 cm |
| Cutting method | Side discharge |
| Cutting width | 98 cm |
| Reverse mowing | Yes |
| Blade rotation | Untimed |
| Cutting height adjustment | Manual with lever |
| Cutting height positions | 7 positions |
| Cutting height range | 25 – 80 mm |
| Number of blades | 2 |
| Additional cutting method | Multiclip mulching |
| Blade engagement type | Electric |
| Traction | Rear-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 forward + 1 reverse |
| Transmission method | Lever-operated |
| Transmission type | Mechanical |
| Steering wheel | STIGA new comfort |
| Seat type | STIGA new comfort |
| Seat adjustment | Locking knobs |
| Dashboard | No |
| Front wheel size | 15×6.00-6 |
| Rear wheel size | 18×8.50-8 |
| Hour meter | No |
| Headlights | Conventional |
| Cruise control | No |
| Bumper | Yes |
| Washing link | Yes |
| Storage compartment | Yes |
| Cup holder | Yes |
| Pivoting front axle | Yes |
| Antiscalp wheels | 2 |
| Safety system | Seat with Safety Contact Breaker |
| Mulching kit | Included |
| Battery charger | Optional |
| Trailer hitch kit | Included |
| Guaranteed sound power level (LwA) – dB(A) | 100 |
| Max vibration on driver’s seat (m/s2) | 0.94 |
| Max vibration on steering wheels (m/s2) | 3.33 |
| Measured sound power level dB(A) | 99 |
| Measured sound pressure level at operator ear dB(A) | 86 |
| Pack weight | 205 kg |
| Product length | 1726 mm |
| Product width | 1200 mm |
| Product height | 1100 mm |
| Weight | 169 kg |

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