Ariens Classic push?

[Camprunner]

I am looking at a Ariens Classic LM 21 SW self propeled (Push) mower with a Kawasaki FJ 180V engine. I was wondering if anyone here has one they could comment on. It looks like a well built mower but it is also a tank so not sure if that is a good thing or not.

 

[Milkman]

There was a thread on here a good while ago about Ariens mowers that Johnny started. As I recall, he liked his after having a poor experience with Honda.

 

[spk2000]

That Kawasaki motor is a great one with alot of torque and very durable. There are at least 2 variations of it and most people prefer the one that has an oil filter on it. I think they trimmed costs by removing it.