Lightest Models?

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Beamster

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It has been very hard to find specs on the mowers, so some shared knowledge from those in the know would be appreciated.
What would be some of the lightest models to look for to use as a homeowner trimmer?
No need for a bag or drive train.
 
The mag deck mowers from the 60s and 70s would be some of the lightest ever made. Especially the 18 and 19 inch models. I have a mag deck 19 inch 1964 model 5232 and a 1977 model 5024, both are the lightest that I've ever used. If you are looking for a newer model 2 stroke I think there are a few F series 19 mowers that are super light as well. The models 10400 and 10401 are really light weight pushers. Almost all of these old 2 stroke Lawnboys are so light that self-propel is really unnecessary in my humble opinion.
 
Lawnboy77 said:
The mag deck mowers from the 60s and 70s would be some of the lightest ever made. Especially the 18 and 19 inch models. I have a mag deck 19 inch 1964 model 5232 and a 1977 model 5024, both are the lightest that I've ever used. If you are looking for a newer model 2 stroke I think there are a few F series 19 mowers that are super light as well. The models 10400 and 10401 are really light weight pushers. Almost all of these old 2 stroke Lawnboys are so light that self-propel is really unnecessary in my humble opinion.
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Thanks for the information. It gives me three model numbers.
How do I tell the mag deck models? Wish there was a what's what reference somewhere.
 
Beamster said:
Thanks for the information. It gives me three model numbers.
How do I tell the mag deck models? Wish there was a what's what reference somewhere.
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The mag deck mowers will have the word "MAGNESIUM" cast into each part made of magnesium. Most all of the residential mowers from 1962 to 1976 were mag decks, 1977 was a transitional year. I posted a link below to the Toro quick reference table from around 1955 to 1988. It doesn't list the weights of the mowers, but will give you size of cut and whether self-propel or not. Model numbers starting with a "3" or "5" would be what you are looking for in the early years. "3" for 18 inch, "5" for 19 inch, and both are all pushers, so those will be the lightest Lawnboy ever made. Good luck in your hunting. The 19 inch models (D-400 and D-600 engines) from the 70s will be the most abundant.



https://lookup3.toro.com/ttcGateway/Acrobat/manuals/lball61.pdf
 
My beater 1973 #7262 with the magnesium deck was listed as weighing around 53 lbs. My 1975 #5024 Bricktop probably weighs around that or maybe a few pounds over.

L8R,
Matt
 
AnthemBassMan said:
My beater 1973 #7262 with the magnesium deck was listed as weighing around 53 lbs. My 1975 #5024 Bricktop probably weighs around that or maybe a few pounds over.

L8R,
Matt
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Interesting! I'd be surprised to see a 21 inch Lawnboy weigh less than a 19 inch, but I suppose it's possible. The 5024 was the last generation mag deck (excluding the M series) and they might of beefed up the thickness a bit in those. Thanks for reminding me, I've been wanting to weigh my mowers to get a definitive answer, and since I'm on vacation at home this week it will be a good time to get it done. I have a 7260B from 1973 that seems to weigh quite a bit more than my 5024, but I do have a replacement aluminum deck on my 7260B, so it should be about 30% heavier just because of that alone. I'll get back with you guys after I have weighed my mowers. Unfortunately I don't have a D-600 machine to check, nor do I have any self-propel mowers in my inventory. I really don't see there being much difference in the weight of a D-400 over a D-600. The major difference being the D-600 has electronic ignition, which means no spark advance, or points and condenser. plastic shrouds vs. metal??
 
That’s the difference between mine. My Bricktop has the aluminum deck and my 7262 has the magnesium deck. Even though 2” larger diameter, it weighs a little less.

L8R,
Matt
 
That’s the difference between mine. My Bricktop has the aluminum deck and my 7262 has the magnesium deck. Even though 2” larger diameter, it weighs a little less. But I should add that my Bricktop has a donor deck from a 5244. Same exact deck though.

L8R,
Matt
 
Alright, got some of them weighed and about what I figured, except for the D-400 bricks of the 60's compared to the 1970 bricks, the 60's bricks are about 2 lbs. heavier. All weights are with fuel tanks empty unless stated otherwise. There are still 2 more that I haven't weighed yet, the 1973 model 5022, and the 1966 model 5234 (Deluxe). So far the 5024 is the winner hands down, even with an upgraded crankcase with dual bronze bushings. Okay now that my back is out picking up these mowers, here is a link to the winner in action if anyone cares to view. It really is a joy to cut with, and perfect for those postage stamp size lawns. I think back in those days it was more of a selling feature because kids very young like myself were cutting most of the lawns. Nowadays you just don't see neighborhoods kids cutting the lawns...at least that's my perception down here in west Texas. The professional landscaping crews do most of the lawns down here.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zc0zBgh11kY

1993 model 10420 (21 in. Alum. deck)= 67 lbs.(with approx. 1/2 tank of fuel mix)
1996 model 10401 (19 in. Alum. deck)= 54 lbs.
1973 model 7022 (21 in. Mag. deck)= 49 lbs. (with approx. 1/2 tank of fuel mix)
1977 model 5024 (19 in. Mag. deck)= 45 lbs.
1964 model 5232 (19 in. Mag. deck)= 47 lbs.
1973 model 7260B (21 in. Alum. deck)= 52 lbs.
 
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