Poulan Pro PR600Y22SHP 22-Inch Side Discharge/Mulch Front Drive Self Propelled Mower with 6 HP Briggs & Stratton Engine, High Rear Wheels and 5 Height Settings

This lawn mower is identical to the unit I bought through another store that carries its own name on the product and comes in red and white. Same engine. Same wheels in back.

Its descriptors:
1. 6 HP Briggs and Stratton Engine
2. 22-inch side discharge/mulch front drive
3. Self-propelled
4. 5 height settings
5. High rear wheels.

For women who must buy their own lawn mowers, here are the things about this unit that I like:
1. I borrowed my brother's older, but identical model and LOVED the self-propelled part. My newer model isn't just self-propelled--it flies. Have you seen cartoons where a person grabs something and the something goes so fast, the person just flies horizontally to the ground. Yes, I exaggerate, but my point is to emphasize how you do not have to push this unit. It propels itself, plus I have no difficulty in controlling it. The secret is hanging on and having fun!

2. Those larger wheels in...Read more

There's an identical version of this mower branded as a Sears Craftsman and probably some other store brands. I got it for a large (2/3 acre) lawn and knew that I wouldn't be bagging, so this model is made for us strictly mulchers.

The large rear wheels are an improvement over earlier small-wheel models and the self-propel mechanism really flies. The fuel tank seems slightly larger that more basic models and lets me do about 1/2 level acre per tankful. The price is excellent for the power and features, it's been the all-around ideal mower for a non-bagger.

I have a list of shortcomings, but no regrets, as the mower is priced well: self-propel lever doesn't seem to really allow you to vary the speed like the instructions claim, it's zoomy fast or stop; self-propel lever requires an awkward hand position, though not painful; curved chassis catches too many clippings on top; mulching plates underneath have gaps that catch too much grass (they could have been...Read more

This machine works extremely well. Easy to assemble actually the only assembly was attaching the handle. Worked first time right out of the box, just follow the instructions for oil etc....After a couple of uses the machine started sputtering and loosing power....this was a result of a completely mucky and dirty air filter. We did not realize how dusty some areas were and had never checked the filter....a quick trip to Lowe's solved the problem......Lowe's has the best price for replacement filters (even better than Walmart). The most impressive feature of this machine is the mulching mode. Leaves just disappear and I believe if you take the advice of another reviewer, only mulch when the leaves are dry you would not be disappointed. Works like magic. Very pleased with this purchase....has a very large property and opted for this machine instead of a riding mower(over $1000.). The self propelling action makes it a breeze especially on inclines. No regrets.