Our verdict
The bottom line
Mountfield's entry into battery ride-on territory. Silent and clean — a real differentiator if you mow early or in a noise-sensitive neighbourhood. The 2000m² single-charge limit suits typical UK suburban gardens but rules out half-acre+ lawns.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Battery ride-on at sub-£3500
- Silent operation — mow at 7am without complaints
- No fuel storage or oil changes
- 80V Mountfield platform
Cons
- Battery covers about 2000m² per charge
- Replacement battery is £700+
- Used market thin so resale uncertain
Full specs
| Type | Ride-on |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 76 cm |
| Engine / Power | Mountfield 80V brushless |
| Weight | 165 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 180 L |
| Suited to lawn | Large |
| Noise level | 100 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£1500–2500 used (rare on Marketplace yet). Confirm the battery pack health — demand a runtime test. Mountfield 80V batteries are still under warranty on most units. Reset Mountfield account before purchase.
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.
