Riding mowers operate differently from most vehicles. The deck, which features the cutting blade, typically runs at a consistent speed. That means the mower's transmission controls its overall speed.

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The Power Dog PD926 Brush Mower is powered by a Subaru or Honda engine and hydrostatic transmission to cut a 26-in. wide path at 4 mph, forward or reverse. The Power Dog PD926 Brush Mower is powered ...

There are many types of different transmission designs which have been developed to offer advantages for certain types of vehicles. A hydrostatic transmission is a unique setup which utilizes ...