Finding the Premium ATV Mower Attachments

An all-terrain vehicle, also known as a quad, is defined by the American National Standards Institute as a vehicle that travels on low-pressure tires, with a seat that is straddled by the operator, along with handlebars for easy steering control. They’re exciting to use, especially when attending a fun-filled ATV rally with family, or racing friends. However, besides being fun, they’re also useful tools that can be used for a variety of different purposes. If you’re a farmer or landowner, a cheaper alternative to using a lawnmower is to purchase a mower that can pull behind your ATV. If you’re interested in swapping out a riding lawn mower for your ATV, you’ll find everything you need to know here. Below, we’re going to be looking at the best ATV Mower attachments, recommending some of our favorites, as well as providing a helpful step-by-step guide on how to use them.

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The 3 main types of mowers

If you’ve already begun to scout the internet for choices, you’ve likely noticed the vast amount of choice out there! To help make sense of the different kinds of ATV mowers, here are the 3 most common types:

1. Finish Cut Mower: this type of mower is created to cut grass in the same way a traditional lawnmower would.
2. Rough Cut Mower: this type of mower is specifically designed to target overgrown areas and bushes.
3. Gang Reel Mower: this type of mower can go by different names, however, it is designed to handle large areas of land, such as a field or golf course.

Before making a choice on which attachment is right for your mower, step number one is to first consider your ATV’s towing capacity, and whether or not it’s going to be able to handle it

ATV mowing attachments vs. your ATV’s towing capacity

Your ATV’s towing capacity is going to play a major role in deciding which ATV mower attachment to purchase. If you need to remove overgrown areas, your best bet is selecting a rough cut mower, and a rough cut mower requires at least a 350cc engine or higher. If you’re getting an attachment to mow the yard around your house, you’ll want to go with a finish cut mower, which usually only requires around a 250cc engine or higher. If you plan on mowing fields or even a golf course, then you’ll want to go with a gang reel mower (or a trail cutting mower with the same capabilities). A gang reel mower requires the most power to pull, you’ll need at least a 450cc engine or higher to use one of these. If you have an ATV with an engine of 500cc of power, it’ll be able to handle just about any type of attachment with issues at all. However, before making a purchase, we strongly recommend double-checking that your ATV has the capability to pull it.

Top 5 Best Mower Attachments for ATVs

Finish Cut Mower Attachment

Sometimes referred to as trail mowers, a finish cut attachment is best suited to mowing a yard or lawn, making them an ideal choice for homeowners. They’re very similar to a typical lawnmower people use to mow their lawns with, except they are a lot stronger. You’ll be able to mow a yard quickly with no problems, all the while being able to plow through long grass, twigs, and other garden debris that a regular ‘push’ lawnmower would struggle to withstand. Here’s our recommended pick:

Rough Cut Mower Attachment

The next type of attachment we’re going to be talking about is a Rough cut mower, which is great for overgrown bushes, long grass, and for creating trail paths. Usually, they feature heavy-duty steel cutting blades that will be able to cut stems up to 3 inches in diameter. A good rough cut mower will tear through tough bushes and small trees easily, and are very good for tackling overgrown areas, tangled bushes, and paving trails within woodland areas. Here’s our suggestions:

What ATV Mower Attachments are Compatible with ATV Backrests?

When looking for ideal ATV backrests, it’s important to consider their compatibility with ATV mower attachments. Choose backrests that are made to seamlessly work with a range of attachments, such as baggers, sprayers, and spreaders, ensuring efficient and effective use of your ATV mower.

Gang Reel Attachment

If you’re the owner of large fields or a large garden, then a reel mower is going to be the attachment that will benefit you the most. Typically, a Gang Reel Mower is used for mowing golf courses or large sports fields, while ‘commercial’ mowers are extremely helpful if you have a giant yard you want to be mowed quickly. The grass will be trimmed to a professional standard. These types of gang reel mowers are not necessarily made to cut brush or tall grass, but to evenly trim the grass. This mower will deliver more of a fine cut, in a shorter amount of time. It’s also worth being aware that gang reel mowers can be advertised under different names depending on the brand and model, so we recommend checking the manufacturer’s description of its capabilities (many will state that the mower is ‘golf-course quality or able to cover large areas of land) as well as being made of tough material and featuring strong blades.

How To Use

Regardless of style, every type of mowing attachment can be easily attached to your ATV. Many ATV’s have a mounting bracket behind the rear axle that can be used to attach your mower. However, if you’re unsure how to attach it, you can always refer to the instruction pamphlet or ask a friend to help. Once you’ve got the mower attached, all you need to do is start up the mower and begin to tow it over the area of grass you wish to trim. We also recommend regular cleaning, checking oil levels and sharpening the blades when they begin to become blunt. Though going for the best ATV mowing attachments can be pricey, they’re more affordable than other kinds of mowers out there and, when cared for correctly, will serve you for several years before needing to be replaced.