The Cub Cadet CC-500 BAT and the Black and Decker CMM1200 Cordless Lawn Mower Reviews

The Cub Cadet CC-500 BATFor small areas of grass that are too far away from
If you're looking for an environmentally friendlya power outlet the Black and Decker CMM1200 is
electric mower you may want to check out the Cubideal. This cordless electric lawn mower is well built
Cadet CC-500 BAT cordless electric lawn mower.but with slightly lower cutting power than the Cub
This mower is quiet and needs very little maintenanceCadet CC-500 BAT. It has an efficient mulching
compared to a gas mower and is well built and cleansystem and operates for longer than the average
running. As it is cordless it can be used away fromcordless mower on one full charge.
any power outlets unlike a corded electric mowerThe disadvantage of cordless electric mowers is that
that can only be used as far away as the cord canthe usage is limited by the charge and until recharging
extend. The power output of cordless modelstakes place the mower can't be used again. However
nowadays is comparable to gas powered models.if you only have a small area to mow this won't be a
The Cub Cadet CC-500 BAT has a uniquely designedproblem and for those looking for a more
three in one deck with an upward sloping blade . Thisenvironmentally friendly mower with low maintenance
creates a cyclone effect which suspends cuttings inthe Black and Decker CMM1200 would be suitable.
the air where they can be cut repeatedly to produceThe cutting path, at nineteen inches, is about
a fine mulch. The mulch is then ejected onto theaverage for a cordless mower and about the same
ground where it is an excellent fertiliser for your lawn.as a small gas mower. it is very quiet. A big
A 48 volt battery supplies the power and is designedadvantage over gas mowers especially if you like to
for a minimal impact on the environment as well asdo your mowing early in the morning!
long life. Lack of power has been a serious downfallThe cutting limit on a full charge is stated by the
of cordless mowers in the past but modern batteriesmanufacturer to be 15,000 square feet but
deliver much more power and these newer modelsindependent tests found this to be lower at around
are comparable in power to gas powered mowers.10,000 square feet. Obviously, if you are mowing long
The Cub Cadet CC-500 BAT is extremelygrass or thickets of weeds you can expect this to
maneuverable thanks to ball bearings in the wheelsbe much lower, probably about a half of this figure.
which make rolling and turning much easier than manyBe aware that no electric mowers should be used on
other models. The cutting height is easily adjustedwet grass.
with a lever and does not need individual wheelThe Black and Decker CMM1200 is easily transported
adjustments as some models do. The adjustableas it is light and compact with a fold down handle for
cutting blade gives seven different cutting heightseasier storage. It copes well with shallow inclines and
from one inch to three and a half inches. A lock outis well constructed as you would expect for a
key prevents accidentally starting the mower.mower from Black and Decker. Starting is easy with
Overall we found the Cub Cadet CC-500 BAT has aa push button and the controls on the handle are
very efficient mulching system, good cutting powereasy to use. An easy to use lever is used to adjust
and excellent features.the cutting height which varies from one and a half
Advantagesto three and a third inches. .
Good mulching, easy to adjust cutting height,A complete charge takes about sixteen hours and a
maneuverablereplacement battery will be needed at least every
Disadvantagesfive years. A new battery is around $110 today.
Bagging is less efficient than some other modelsOverall we found the Black and Decker CMM1200 to
List price $449.00be well built and efficient and very quiet.
The Black and Decker CMM1200