Next month I'm headed to the Equip Exposition trade show in Louisville KY, to start my research for a future purchase of a robotic mower. During peak season, I'm mowing about 6 to 7 hours a week, which I really don't mind for now. But, I don't see me doing this in 3 or 4 years when I'm 75+, especially in our summer heat.
The lawn is a little unusual, with multiple grass types, cut at different heights, numerous natural grass areas that create a meadow look, large wildflower patches, fences, etc. But it's mostly flat, sloping front to back. About 8 acres of mowing. My current mower is rated at 4 acres per hour but you just can't get that with this layout, which we really like. I know it sounds like a lot of time for just 8 acres, but the bermuda grass areas (about half of the acreage) get cut at least twice a week.
So, a large scale robotic mower might be in our future. There are a few out there now that look interesting and I'm sure the major names will soon be launching their versions. So we're going to the show, which is THE show for the lawn industry on the east coast, (we attended this show for years as an exhibitor) to start our research.
I was just wondering if anyone here has already got some experience with these robots?
Perry