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The $250 "Polaris" mower I just bought/repaired has an electric clutch, 14hp OHV engine, swivel/lockable rear wheels (to allow attaching to front of ATV) and a remote control panel that can be fastened to the driving vehicle. I would never pay 3k for one, but even my simpler red 12hp Swisher is now over 2k.
All together, I have spent under $3000 for my complete 15 1/2' mower rig (most of which I spent 10 or so years ago). On top of that, the tractor served several years as my primary snow plow rig and has been used to build an MX track and to disk the garden.
I would love to have a newer modern Kubota style tractor, but for mowing my runway, this rig is a winner and has paid for itself many years ago. If the engine ever grenades, I will have a tough decision between picking a more modern replacement or fixing it.
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