Our verdict
The bottom line
The middle Mountfield ride-on. Bigger deck and better collection than the 827M, manual transmission keeps the price below the hydrostatic 1530H. For 1500–2500m² lawns it is the value pick.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Bigger deck than the 827M
- 190L bag
- Stiga 432cc engine reliable
- Compact enough for normal sheds
Cons
- Manual transmission
- Single cylinder engine
- Mountfield resale below JD
Full specs
| Type | Ride-on |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 84 cm |
| Engine / Power | Stiga ST 432cc OHV |
| Weight | 165 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | No |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 190 L |
| Suited to lawn | Large |
| Noise level | 100 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£650–1100 used. Stiga 432cc engine should idle smoothly. Same gear-linkage and steering checks as the 827M. Service history at any Mountfield dealer adds £150 to fair value.
Where to look: Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree are usually 20–30% cheaper than eBay UK for petrol mowers because most sellers want local pickup. eBay tends to win on cordless and electric (lighter, easier to ship). Always insist on a starting demonstration before paying.