Tossing this to the brain trust...
At the new Saucy Residence, we've a much larger piece of the American dream that requires frequent trimming and care. About 1.5 acres of nice, dark green, ground fuzz that grows like mad.
I grew up using a myriad of machines from:

TO

TO
Here's the shift, I've no need for a tractor. I want to cut the nice flat yard, with ease and make it look like the neighbor's...who pay $125/wk...silly neighbors.
I was first leaning toward a walk behind XMark 36-48" cut, hydro drive (Kawi powered (of course))
But recently got a high recommendation toward a Hustler Raptor, ride-on Zero turn, residential model, 52" cut, Kawi power, 3-yr warranty, $3G...
Any suggestions for or against, experiences with this type equipment, preferences?