Customer reviews for Ariens Classic LM21 S
Ariens Classic LM21 S
You will comfortably roll right along with this walk behind mower…thanks to an ergonomically designed multi-position handlebar that reduces wrist and hand fatigue…use the adjustment brackets to easily dial in one of six cutting heights for a professionally manicured look…to keep you rolling…the mower’s baked-on powder coated finish resists the effects of moisture, fertilizers and chemicals for years of reliable performance…it’s all right here…to dependably cut all your grass out there.
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9 out of 9(100%)reviewers recommend this product.
Customer reviews for Classic LM21 S
Review 1 for Classic LM21 S
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Great mower
PostedDecember 22, 2010
Anonymous
Location: Rockford, IL
Used my folks Ariens mower for over twenty years. Engine gave before mower did. Got the Gravely version when my LM21 conked out. A stump puller with the Robin Engine. Hope this is my last mower!! It is heavy, but thats why it lasts. Great Job Ariens employees. You make a great product. Using a Sno Throw over 20 years old too.
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Review 2 for Classic LM21 S
Anonymous
Location: PITTSBURGH.PA
the average mass marketed lawnmower cant even come close to the build quality and power of the LM21S.the only mowers i found that were comparable were the other brands commercial units that actually cost much more.i was looking for a well built servicable mower instead of disposable outsourced copy of what used to be a good product.i am very impressed so far and will update after a season of use but i am confident that i will have this mower for a very long time.American manufacturing was once the envy of the world and still is in my mind.thank you Ariens and your employees for the reminder.
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Review 3 for Classic LM21 S
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yeaaah
PostedOctober 14, 2010
Anonymous
Location: Alaska
this mower is powerful and it rocks. It cuts through anything and the self propel is awesome. I love this mower.
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Review 4 for Classic LM21 S
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ARIENS LM21S 911183
PostedJune 19, 2010
Anonymous
excellent mowing.didnnt improved traction over years(either to much friction with lever or speed increase with time with not enough friction adjustment (2nd unit). A bit heavy. excellent engine (kawasaki fj180v). well built.
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Review 5 for Classic LM21 S
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21 years old and still running cast-iron sleeve is the key to a good mower
PostedJune 30, 2012
Ben
Location: kansas city mo
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Upgrade to the best! Buy an ariens LM 21S! The self-propelled on this mower is industry-leading it not only pulls you uphills but it stops you from rolling down hills when turned on. The other thing I like about ariens mowers is their use of quality engines most mowers on the market use aluminum cylinders which wear out very quickly the Kawasaki Engine has a cast-iron sleeve my ariens mower has a Tecumseh vector engine which also has a cast-iron sleeve. Honda mowers do not have cast-iron sleeves nor do most MTD mowers or craftsman this is a very good mower for anyone who want something that will last. The deck is very well constructed, my neighbor just throughout a Honda mower with a rusted out deck that was much newer.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 6 for Classic LM21 S
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18 years old and still running
PostedAugust 11, 2010
Anonymous
Location: kansas city MO
mine has ran great for 18 years. I would highly recommend this product for homeowner or commercial use.I hope to get another ten years out of it
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Review 7 for Classic LM21 S
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mower
PostedJune 16, 2010
Anonymous
the mower that i just purchased from a dealer i have had one issue with this mower the bagger keeps ripping on the bracket that holds the starter rop and speed ajustment
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Review 8 for Classic LM21 S
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Terrible Mower
PostedMarch 31, 2011
Anonymous
Location: Johnstown, PA
The worst mower I ever owned. Bought it May, 2010. It will not start. It is not just me. 2 men (neighbors) had the same problem starting it. I only used it 4 times,and each time I had to get a neighbor who after MUCH effort finally got it started. I am waiting for the dealer to pick it up.
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Review 9 for Classic LM21 S
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Great Mower
PostedJuly 10, 2011
Lance
Location: Sandy, Utah
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I have owned the same Ariens mower since 1992. During that time all of my neighbors have gone through 3 machines (Toro). I convinced my next door neighbor to get an Ariens about 11 years ago and they are still using that. They are great for bagging but I use mine almost exclusively for mulching and it does a great job. My boys used it in a business for about 10 years mowing anywhere from 10 to 20 lawns a week. But now I just use it to mow my lawn every week. The Briggs engine still starts on the first or second pull. My parents have now bought Ariens on my recommendation and love it. It has outlasted my brother's honda. It still looks nice. The paint job is the best in class. If you want quality and endurance Ariens's is the best.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 10 for Classic LM21 S
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Good Mower
PostedJune 21, 2012
Moparfan
Location: Grand Island, NE
Value
3
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4
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This is a good mower,but wish it had the feature that you can shut off the blade without shutting the engine off. I often pick up small twigs and end up have to shut engine off. This is my first Ariens mower so will see how many years it will last.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 11 for Classic LM21 S
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1989 Still Going strong!
PostedFebruary 19, 2013
Ian
Location: Northern Ohio
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Bought new In 1989, Good old 5HP Tecumseh "Vector" Engine always starts first pull, Even after sitting all winter.
Swivel wheels Make turning so easy! And the Vacuum Action sucks up leaves in the fall.
If this mower ever does give out finally, You can bet what kind Will be replacing it.... Yep! Another Ariens 21 LMS.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 12 for Classic LM21 S
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Available Leaf Shredder attachment accessory puts this mower 129% above others
PostedNovember 13, 2012
Robert
Location: Tulsa, OK
Value
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Bought my LM21S in 1994 and it was my primary mower for 1/3 acre lawn until just a few years ago when I switched to a 36" walk behind. However, the Ariens LM21S is still my backup mower and is my primary leaf sucker-upper machine. Please reward yourself and run now and purchase the LEAF SHREDDER attachment kit. My LM21S in leaf shredding mode is the envy of the neighborhood each fall and throughout winter as it allows me to quickly mow/shred the leaves to keep the Fescue grass from getting choked out. A bag of Ariens LM21S shredded leaves is about as heavy as bagged grass the leaves are shredded so fine and packed in so tight.
Pros -- leaf shredding kit; split 45 degree handlebar design and bails best and most comfortable on market; friction wheel infinit self propel system best and most reliable; best bagger; above avg mulching
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 13 for Classic LM21 S
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Had to replace needle in carb after the first off season to keep it running.
PostedJuly 10, 2012
Paul
Location: Boardman Twp., OH
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After the first off season I had to replace the needle in the carb to get it to start and run, this was in spite of using a gas stabilizer. That issue aside, this mower runs like new and cuts clean. It gets the job done.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 14 for Classic LM21 S
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Purchased in 1986 - LS21 S
PostedJune 20, 2012
Jim
Location: Lorton, Va
Value
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Purchased this mower when I lived in Chicago in 1986. Move to NC then to Pa, back thru IL, to California, Maryland and now Virginia. Let me say this, it still runs great, cranks on first pull, and does a super job all these years. I have had no major issues, just a tire, a primer bulb, and last week the handle bar broke in half at the engage lever. But after a call to my local dealer, I had a new handle bar in two days and back at it. I thought about a new mower, but why? This is a super mower, and it still looks great!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 15 for Classic LM21 S
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Very easy to handle
PostedJune 14, 2012
Bud65
Location: Gettysburg Pa.
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4
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This mower is a workhorse. I have been mowing twice a week and have had great results. The mower always starts on the first try. My wife can
use this machine with ease. Very good product.
use this machine with ease. Very good product.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 16 for Classic LM21 S
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After 25+ years of mowing with 7 discarded mowers I finally have the BEST
PostedJune 12, 2012
Robert
Location: Haughton, Louisiana
Value
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It took some research but I am happy I finally found this Ariens LM 21 S lawn mower. THE GOOD: I bought this mower 2 years ago and I'm convInced it's perfect for me. Even with imperfect grass from the drought this mower makes it look great. It's easy to start, easy to mow with and always looks good doing it.
THE BAD: 3 Honda, 2 Toro, 2 Craftsman. It was always the same. I was convenced that there was no walk behind rear wheel self propelled mower that didn't have trouble after about 6 times of using. I think they were all made as a bad joke. It always started with the rear wheels locking when pulling the mower backwards.
THE BAD: 3 Honda, 2 Toro, 2 Craftsman. It was always the same. I was convenced that there was no walk behind rear wheel self propelled mower that didn't have trouble after about 6 times of using. I think they were all made as a bad joke. It always started with the rear wheels locking when pulling the mower backwards.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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