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JadziaGold Coast, Queensland
- 8 reviews
A fantastic AWD mower
We’ve just purchased this mower as we own a rural property that has steep and unstable terrain. It mows the lawn like a dream! First day we got it, we were able to mow in the rain and had no issues sliding on the wet grass or mud. It is pretty good on fuel, and very comfortable to ride. It is easy enough to operate, particularly the reverse gear which was always a struggle on our old ride on. The mower has made maintenance of our land safe and easy.
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Stephen BradshawSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 4 reviews
- 4 likes
Great Little Mower for the hills but not he best for manicured lawns
I spent 12 months doing my research as I have a split block half flat and half a mountain goat would like to live on.
The Good
This little mower goes up hills and angles you might be scared to walk on
It will cut through anything and you do have to worry about collecting fallen branches it just chews them up.
It doesn't matter if the grass is 3 inch or 3ft it just keeps going.
It feels really safe and really easy to control on hills
The hill and back paddock look amazing what used to take me 5 hours now I can do in two.
The Trailer option is a godsend for lugging gear around the acerage highly recommended.
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The Not So Good If you want a finishing mower with manicured lawns this is not your machine, I still have to finish off with my Honda Bushmaster if I want a fine finish on the front lawns. If the ground is soft the rugged tyres will rip up the grass be careful as this can be a little beast on the soft ground. Conclusion If you're after an all-terrain mower this will not let you down, it will climb just about anything in dry conditions. If the ground is boggy beware it will rip up the turf for fun. I bought my Mower from http://www.themowermarket.com.au/ and the service has been excellent to date Note I did read about another review saying they had difficulty climbing hills, this is an easy remedy.move the seat closer as you have to apply quite a lot of pressure on the accelerator as I was experiencing the same until I moved the seat to the optimal position.
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Paddy11Greater Melbourne (Inner), VIC
- 5 reviews
Awesome all-terrain mower
I bought the Razorback 1402 as I tried a friend's ride-on and rolled it as the slope is too steep, thankfully I switched the blades off after reading another horror story. Bruised ego was the only damage done. My Razorback is an awesome mower with the AWD and the diff lock - I need and use both. I have a block that is mostly 20 degree slopes and some areas closer to a 30 degree slope. The Razorback feels safe secure and does a brilliant job. The shaft drive AWD and Subaru engine sold me over the 2wd competitor which my neighbour has. you always...Read more
feel in complete control and it's like a smaller version of my Nissan Patrol :) Have only had it since May, so still need to go through summer and will then update any new comments. Mine has the added chequer plate steps which helps with comfort of your feet when you are 6'3" like me. It mows anything and destroys blackberry and anything else in it's way. It's was rather dear, but there is no price on personal safety. Shane at Dandenong Mower Power provided great service! Having used the mower for a whole season including slashing padddocks for two sets of friends I’m still amazed by its capability and no-fuss attitude. Can’t recommend it enough for steep and rough bush blocks.2 comments
Razorback AustraliaRazorback
Thank you for taking the time to write a review and provide us with some feedback.
We love hearing about our customers experiences and are very pleased to hear that the machine is performing as expected!
Regards the Team at Razorback Australia.
Being able to tow a small cart behind the Razorback has been as useful on acreage as the slash and go anywhere ability. We love it after a year and a bit of use!!
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It's good but..
Hi I also find access to the motor to do simple things like check and change oil difficult. Going up hills and cutting can be a struggle, and also have issues with lack of reverse / bent pedal and reduced drive power generally after only 45 hours.
I also had the seat upgrade and winch fitted, but placing the winch on the back makes it even harder to do repairs and checks.
No follow up support from local dealer despite a spend of $15,000 which is pretty poor, help with loss of mobility from local dealer mechanic hopeless .
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s handle bracken, blackberry etc and when working has helped me clear a lot of ground in very hilly country. Not a lot of ground clearance so places with rocks can be tricky . Turning with awd and diff locks engaged is hard. It is a lot of money but it will go where nothing else can.1 comment
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Hello Hunter,
We appreciate your contact with us and we have now contacted your dealer and are working together to resolve any issues you have had with the machine, and ensure you receive all assistance required going forward.... Read more
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jackshipBROOKFIELD
- 10 reviews
- 8 likes
Good and powerful
I bought the 14 horsepower razorback end of last year for a two and a half acre steep block in Brookfield. I had Toro zero turn before but the hydrostatic drive kept on playing up - they just can't handle the steep terrain. The Razorbacks are well engineered, maybe slightly awkward for taller people like myself. Even with the seat all the way back it still feels like my legs are in an uncomfortable position. Well constructed machine and seems to me made to last - apart from some cladding at the engine already coming off. Seems to me ...Read more
to be more difficult to service - yet to find where to change the oil and no idea where is the battery. Takes a lot longer to mow but seems to get up the hills ok. I would have preferred the bigger machine as when the terrain is boggy the mower does struggle somewhat ( even with dif lock) Cuts the broad leaf buffalo really well and looks neat once mowed . i recommend this machine for steep blocks . but if you are slightly big in posture or paunchy, I would get the bigger machine.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Emperor ZurgNsw
- 4 reviews
Incredible machine
Absolutely unstoppable . Spent 1 hr on this beast mowing stuff I thought impossible. I mowed 2.5 metre high lantana 70mm thick and it just ate it up . I've spent hours brushcutting the steepest of terrains that this thing effortlessly mows on any angle . On flat stuff in 2wd high it's very quick and mows beautifully . I've got my life back
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Great, but some floors
Its mechanical engineering is bullet proof, but same can't be said for its cosmetics/panels some of which have broken after 4 weeks.
It goes places I find difficult to walk up and has allowed me to reclaim land I never imagined possible. Definitely not a finishing mower.
It's a big investment, but have not regretted it.
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Wyndham
- 2 reviews
- 2 likes
Have to be seen to believe
I have a very hilly bush block that was covered in lantana. I cleared 4 acers of this thick scrub in a couple of weekends and now I just maintain after poisoning the regrowth. I also took it to a friends house with the same and he was astounded how much we cleared in two days. The blades have hit unseen rocks so many times and hardly show any wear at all. You never see these machines second hand, I think that speaks volumes. "Buy your last mower the first time"
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Goes anywhere
This mowers brilliant where I had to push a hand mower with football boots now I just sit and mow should have bought one years ago goes everywhere mulching kit not as good as a normal ride on mower can dig up lawn if you turn sharp with 4wd but can be fixed by going back and forth
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Should have bought one years ago.
We've pretty much tried them all ( american,australian )and this CMX1402 is the safest and most effective so far if your block is challenging like ours. This thing mows up and down places I can hardly walk. My wife loves mowing but never felt confident and couldn't do the steep sections on any of our other mowers but she finishes the job now with ease. Maintainence isn't a big deal and well set out in the manual although i've only done the 20hr oil change so far. I bought an extra steering knob as I'm a lefty and I didn't want to move it acro...Read more
ss everytime we changed operators. We get around 2.5 hrs per tank depending on the growth and are ok to refuel and keep going after that. The blades have had some big hits (rocks,stumps) and hardly marked. Pricing is up there, but we decided that staying safe was more important than money. Well worth putting on your demo list.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
HmanPort Macquarie
- 4 reviews
Canycom CMX1402
Bought the Canycom Razorback CMX1402 about 4 months ago. So far has been a great machine and has done everything asked of it, which at times has been quite a lot. This is the 14hp model so you do notice it struggles a little up a really steep hill with long grass, but it means just taking a small cut each time. This is not a criticism at all, as if you have really tough areas to mow they do recommend the bigger engine model. I have hit many rocks and stumps but in most cases it just breaks the rocks in half. No damage to the machine at al...Read more
l. The 4WD makes a big difference turning on steep slopes and going down step hills and while at $13,000 they aren't cheap, in my case they are worth the money. This is especially so when comparing to other makes which are a similar price.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Questions & Answers
LJBasked
My Razorback cuts thick heath, sags etc no worries on my property but there’s constant punctures - the tyres are not robust with the treads so wide. Is there a heavy duty tyres available?
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Hello LJB,
There are other tyres available however the more heavy duty ones wont have as much traction.
Some other options are to solid fill the tyres with foam or Tru Blue goo. Your local dealer should be able to assist with these options, alternatively contact us on 1800 088 567 or [email protected] if you would like to speak to a product representative.
Kind Regards,
The Razorback Team.
John Masked
Hi, any idea why the 1402 has had its Subaru engine replaced by a Honda unit? What impact has the change had ? Have there been any other changes in the new model?
Also, is anyone in a position to compare the Crossjet 4x4 with the Razorback CMX 1402?
Thanks.
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Razorback AustraliaRazorback
Hello John, Thank you for your enquiry. Subaru is ceasing production of that engine. The new Honda unit is a very strong unit with some field reports suggesting it may have a little more power than the Subaru unit. Both are equally reliable engines. There have also been some small improvements to the machine, including improved guarding under the machine, a more comfortable seat and an improved latching system on the side flaps.
In regards to your question about the Crossjet, we would encourage you to get a demonstration of both units so you can see the differences first hand. We offer obligation free, on-site demos of these machines. To arrange a demo, please give us a call on 1800 088 567.
Thank you,
Kind Regards
The Razorback Team
Hi Tania, unfortunately I’m from the UK and have a place in Portugal that needs clearing. Getting a demonstration is going to be problematic and it also doesn’t answer the question about parts availability, self maintenance and servicing. I think ground clearance will be important and it seems that the Razorback is better in this regard.
Razorback AustraliaRazorback
Hello John,
As the Australian distributor, we cannot sell or service outside our territory. It would be best for you to contact a local supplier of these machines and request a demonstration from them.
However for any machines sold within Australia, we are committed to maintaining the availability of parts and servicing.
Kind Regards,
The Razorback Team
Dissapointedasked
Hi, I am interested in a 1402 for my 5ac property. I have the grass under control now so would like to know if I can get turf tyres fitted. The steepest parts on my property are dam walls and a bank below the house. I want to use it for mowing the lawns around the house as well. So want the best cut possible with no damage to the lawns from the tractor tyres?
Regards, David
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I don't know if turf tyres on the razorback would work as well. The tyres are designed for traction and turf ones may not provide the grip and control. Thereby they would slip and ruin the lawn. But that's not what I got the razorback for. For lawns alone I would just still to a good rideon mower. But that said I use mine on my lawns.
I don’t have any issues with the oem tyres on the lawns as long as I mow when it is pretty dry. If it’s wet the tyres may damage the lawn depending on the slope and load on the rear wheels.
Flat running is not a problem.
Razorback AustraliaRazorback
Good Afternoon,
Yes turf tyres can be fitted, however it is a full kit as different rims are needed. Please give us a call 1800 088 567 for more information, alternatively you can call your dealer, they can be found at https://therazorback.com.au/find-dealer/.
Thanks for enquiring.
Kind Regards,
The Razorback Team
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Hello Swarzebear,
is a simple effective solution if the area in not too large. Regards the Razorback TeamThank you for taking the time to write your review, it’s great to hear customer’s experiences.
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