<P> Zero - turn mowers are designed to cut so closely around obstacles that there's virtually no need to trim . These mowers pivot through 180 degrees without leaving any uncut grass . Maximum lever movement means maximum fluid flow, which translates into a rapidly turning wheel . If one drive wheel turns more rapidly than the other, the machine moves along a curved path . If both wheels turn at the same speed, the machine follows a straight path . If one wheel stops and the other turns, or if the wheels turn in opposite directions, the mower pivots . This drive system can be used on two different types of zero turn mowers, Mid Mount, where the mower is suspended under a 4 wheel chassis or Out Front, where the mower is terrain following and front mounted. The terrain following models provide a higher level of balance, comfort, safety and performance . The Out - front models utilise a centralised main drive wheel system with front and rear caster wheels . The midmount has front caster wheels and rear drive wheels . As both types use traction only as a steering system, care must be taken on any sloping terrain . Loss of traction causes total loss of steering . </P> <P> There are a number of different attachments that add to the versatility of zero - turn mowers . One popular attachment is a bagging system that allows you to collect grass clippings . There are many bagger options available for zero turn mowers including two - and three - bucket designs . You can also add a mulching kit to the deck to mulch clippings back into the lawn instead of having the grass discharge from the side chute . </P> <P> Adding a hitch to the back of a zero turn mower allows use of a variety of different attachments, including a dump cart, spreader, plug aerator, lawn dethatcher, roller or sprayer . Some zero turn mowers also accommodate front - mounted attachments such as a snow blade, snow blower or brush for clearing snow or debris . </P>

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