The Weibang Velocity 53 HGM SD high grass mower is built for work that destroys standard contractor mowers. Designed specifically for rough ground and overgrown areas, it focuses on durability, protection, and safe productivity where hidden obstacles are a constant risk.
With a heavy-duty steel deck, flail-assisted mulching blade, and a clutch protection system that shields the crankshaft from impact damage, this machine is made to keep working in conditions that stop lesser mowers. It’s a specialist tool for clearance and control, not a lawn-finishing machine.
What the Velocity 53 HGM SD Is Built For
This mower exists for one reason: to work in environments where standard rotary mowers fail. It’s designed for long grass, rough ground, and neglected areas where stones, roots, kerbs, and debris are part of the job rather than an exception.
If you regularly find yourself worrying about what’s hidden in the grass, this is the type of machine that lets you keep moving without destroying engines or drivetrains.
Impact Protection and Blade System
The core of the 53 HGM SD is its heavy-duty blade setup. The main mulching blade is supported by two swinging flail arms, allowing the cutting system to deflect on impact rather than transferring shock directly into the crankshaft.
This is backed up by an advanced clutch protection system, specifically designed to prevent crankshaft damage if solid objects are struck. For professional users, this dramatically reduces downtime, repair costs, and unexpected failures.
Engine, Drive and Real Productivity
Power comes from the WEIBANG XCV225S 224cc engine, built for sustained load rather than short bursts. Paired with shaft drive and a PRO 3-speed gearbox, the mower can be set up to match forward speed to grass density and terrain.
The three drive speeds allow controlled progress through heavy growth, while maintaining blade performance and operator safety. A large 4-litre fuel tank supports longer working sessions with fewer stops.
Deck Strength and Cutting Control
The fabricated steel cutter deck is designed to absorb punishment. It’s not lightweight, but it is stable and predictable, helping the mower track straight through uneven ground.
Cutting height is adjustable from 15–90mm using a central rear lever with independent front adjustment, giving flexibility when knocking down heavy growth or maintaining previously cleared areas.
Handling, Traction and Operator Comfort
Rear wheel drive and large puncture-proof tyres provide reliable traction without the risk of downtime from damaged wheels. The mower’s weight works in its favour here, keeping it planted in rough conditions.
Fully adjustable handlebars can be set for height and offset, allowing operators to work close to walls, fences, and hedgerows without awkward body positioning. This is particularly valuable during long clearance jobs where fatigue becomes a safety issue.
Where It Fits in the Weibang Range
The Velocity 53 HGM SD sits outside Weibang’s standard contractor mower lineup. It’s a specialist clearance machine, designed to be used alongside finishing mowers rather than replace them.
For professionals dealing with overgrowth, neglected land, or high-risk cutting environments, it fills the gap between brush cutters and larger flail machines, offering a balance of control, safety, and productivity.
Buying from Suffolk Mowers
The Velocity 53 HGM SD is not a general-purpose mower, and that’s exactly why buying it from a specialist dealer matters. Suffolk Mowers supplies this machine with clear, experience-led advice to make sure it’s being chosen for the right type of work.
Pre-Sale Guidance
High-grass and clearance machines are often bought after repeated failures with standard mowers. We’ll talk through your typical cutting conditions, terrain, and workload to confirm this model is the right tool — and not overkill or under-spec’d for the job.
Setup, Servicing & Parts Support
Suffolk Mowers supports the full Weibang professional range with access to genuine parts, servicing, and technical advice. Machines like this benefit from correct setup and regular inspection, especially when used in harsh conditions.
Warranty Backed by a Specialist
The Velocity 53 HGM SD is supplied with a long 5-year domestic warranty and 1-year commercial warranty, subject to terms and servicing. If support is needed, you’re dealing with a retailer that understands how and why these machines are used, not a generic returns process.
Technical Specifications
| Product Name | Weibang Velocity 53 HGM SD High Grass Mower |
|---|---|
| Product Code | WGVT28 |
| Mower Type | High grass / rough cut walk-behind mower |
| Cutting Width | 53 cm (21″) |
| Cutter Deck | Heavy-duty fabricated steel |
| Engine | WEIBANG XCV225S |
| Engine Capacity | 224 cc |
| Rated Power | 4.1 kW @ 3100 rpm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 4.0 litres |
| Drive System | Rear wheel drive |
| Transmission | PRO 3-speed gearbox |
| Drive Speeds | 2.45 / 3.0 / 3.6 km/h |
| Blade System | HD mulching blade with two swinging flails |
| Blade Protection | Advanced clutch protection system |
| Cutting Height Adjustment | Central rear lever / independent front |
| Cutting Height Range | 15 – 90 mm |
| Height Adjustment Positions | 6 |
| Wheel Type | Puncture-proof tyres, nylon rims |
| Wheel Size | Front 23 cm (9″) / Rear 26 cm (10.5″) |
| Maximum Working Area | Up to 4000 m² |
| Maximum Slope | 30° |
| Noise Level | 96 dB(A) |
| Vibration Level | 3.66 m/s² |
| Weight | 76.5 kg (including accessories) |
| Warranty | 5 years domestic / 1 year commercial (T&Cs apply) |

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