This is a very sturdy and well built mower. I thought I wouldn't like the foot operated speed control but after one use kzfaq.infoUgkxTZSPVwJFBv2hORqhQamtxi-tAe5K2EtC , I can't believe I ever had one without it. It drives like a car with an automatic transmission. Easy to adjust mowing speed according to grass depth/thickness. I have yet to get used to the long throw of the blade engagement lever but kind of get why it is that way. It allows you to hold mowing for short moments if you need. The engine seems very substantial and the frame has very little flex, both adding up to an impressive package. All my previous tractors were 18 to21 hp with 42in decks. This one is 23/46. I mow about 1.5 acres about every 5 days here in Alaska and that mowing time has been reduced by about 20%, partly due to the very tight turning radius. No loop arounds lol. Hour meter, cruise control, reverse mowing capability,deck cleanout and easy assembly all add up to a very well thought out tractor.

I bought one through Lowe's to help with the yard work. We have a smaller lot (20,000sqft) with a slight slope. It's been great! I am 320 pounds, and this mower has no issues hauling my weight around. LOVE how close the #1 setting on the blades gets the lawn - almost looks like a fairway when done! I am SO impressed with the TIGHT turning radius! I get around and up close to EVERYTHING. I've hit one or two issues with controlling the rider - but it was just me learning how to drive it.

I bought this mower this week. I have been given several manuals and not one told me how to actually start the thing! I was about to return it, but then I decided to look up Craftsman R110 mower and this is what I found! Thank you so much for taking the time to do this introduction to my new mower. I'm going to watch the video several times until I can recite the order to do things! This is my first riding mower and I'm 71 years old. Going to be very careful!

Been looking at this mower since last year, after watching your review I finally pulled the trigger. After the first mow I decided to go back and get the bagger . Thanks for a great review.

Just wanted to say thank you for sharing this. I picked one up today from a Facebook post and would have otherwise had no idea how to start this and get it out of their driveway.

Very well done in demonstrating this mower. I just recently bought one and found this to be the best out there. Thank you!

I have owned this tractor for many years...Generally does the job but two cons: (1) It is very easy to tip the tractor over even on a modest incline, and (2) the F-N-R stick is very awkward to use from a sitting position.

i have been looking for a review of this mower that wasn't just shaky camera work for EVER and finally found it

Very informative....I just bought one a couple of days ago and had it delivered today. Read all the instructions...hopped on it and gave a test drive....Love it...Nice smooth cut. Can't wait to try not on my back yard which is the main reason I bought it.... Thanks again for the tips. 👍🏾

Man I tell ya I got this lawnmower 2 years ago still works great lawnmowers are not rainbows and sunshine but with this one it's been a little of both I keep the oil changed and I cut 4 other yards including mine last 2 summers . 5 stars in my book

Thank you! I just bought this mower and I have no idea how to use a mower, lol. This video really helped!

I've owned one of these for 10 years now. I have a little less than a half acre. It does a great job. I got it because when I use a walk behind mower, it aggravates my allergies. I can't use any setting lower than 3 or it will cut too short. It would be nice if the blade deck floated. I have a little hill that it does just fine if I drive perpendicular to it. All in all, it's a fun little mower and makes cutting the grass fun. I have the mulch kit and makes short work of he leaves in the fall.

Just had our craftsman R110 dropped off from Lowe’s.. They just dropped it off and ran. We never had a riding lawnmower before so we had no way of knowing how to start it. We tried to read the the manual but all of it was dripping wet and stuck together.We had it in the sun trying to dry out. Also the battery was dead. You video was very helpful and greatly appreciated.. I only wish we could have started it.we are going back to Lowe’s tomorrow.

I bought this mower 2 years ago. Great overall. My only complaint is when you take off it jerks. Any speed, no stopping it from happening. Also you can just disconnect the reverse safety switch (at your own risk) I did.. If you can afford it go for one with a hydrostatic drive (like the Cub Cadet CC30H) and save the constant jolting.

Got me one for 100 at a moving sale. What a deal. Im loving it so far

Excellent information and demonstration of the operation of this Riding Mower. I have the exact model, and have learned a Great deal

Thanks for taking the time to review this rider. Thinking of picking up a Troy bilt. Rider pretty much the same specs as the craftsman

I have had this mower since around 2012. The older version (rer1000) had the 420cc MTD motor. Otherwise it looks about the same. Still going strong! I can cut my 1AC yard on about 1/2 to 2/3 of a tank of fuel. That is with the side ejector on... which allows me to cut going full speed. With the mulcher on I have to go about 1/2 speed to get a clean cut since I tend to let the grass get too long. Bagger works great when I use it as well! I can still go full speed with the bagger so long as the grass is dry. I have disabled a lot of the safety switches. I am a safe driver though. Tows loaded carts and spike aerators really well!!!

ThankYou. Just Purchased One Yesterday from Lowes also and They Gave me a 5% Discount. The Mower is a bit over $1,900.oo now in 2023, anyway and Its being Delivered Tomorrow. Wasnt sure How to Operate it yet but was going to Read The Manual but Its Better to be shown like You have demonstrated. ThankYou & God Bless ✡⚕✝️🇮🇱🇰🇷🇺🇦🇺🇸

I got mine in June of 2020. This will be my second season coming up. Over the winter I bought the Catcher that goes on it. I to have small lawn but this is perfect for small lawn. I keep my blade set no lower than 3 and I had all season Green lawn. I to bought mine at LOWE'S on sale and I also go Veteran Discount, they also had free delivery and free assembly. I saved just about 200 dollars. Sales Tax and delivery and assembly. Got little creative by adding my Division Patch on the front 2nd Armored Division, Hell On Wheels and a Irish and American Flag Patch also. Don't know how to add picture to comment in KZfaq.

just bought one of these great review. Answered a couple of questions I had

Great review. Thanks for showing how to start, and some of the other features. Thanks!

Great great video, thanks for taking the time to review it , upload it and share it.

I live on a 50 x 120 foot lot with a 28 x28 foot house in the middle. I'm too old to push a mower around so am paying $62.50 every week to have it mowed. Price wise it makes sence to buy one of these mowers. What I need to know is this mower suitable for a lot this size. I also have two 100 foot spruce trees and 6 large lilac bushes.

Thank you for a great video. Lowes just delivered mine and your video really helped me get going!

Good video. The only other thing I would add is showing the safety switch connected to the chute cover. If it gets dislodged or debris gets in the way it can prevent the cover from fully pressing the switch and the mower won’t start, the same as if you’re not sitting on the seat switch. A lot of people have that problem with this mower. Always check that switch first if the mower isn’t starting.

Some may find the foot rests can be a bit slick. Feels like your foot could slip off anytime. If you find this to be an issue, I sprayed blac k non-skid paint with a touch of fine sand. Available at any hardware store. Works the same as non-skid in the bathtub. Like that this mower has more than cut my mow time to less than half.

The only thing I dont like about the machine, is where the forward and reverse gear shift is. If your 5'6 or shorter like I am ,it's difficult in reaching the shift handle. I took the the seat mounting bolts, drilled 2 holes further back and moved the seat back about an inch 1/2 . It's not perfect ,but makes it easier to reach the shift handle. Wish it was on the fender near the throttle control.

Good review and demo! I bought one a few minutes ago that's only been used 3 times. $500 as opposed to $1299 +tax. Winning!

OMG! Thanks for this video! Single woman landscapers are high & my regular guy tried to get frisky 😠 so I got this & couldn't get it to crank. Now I'm sure I can with confidence. I'm sure I'll learn to be a pro!

After 29 days I'm returning to Lowe's the Craftsmen 30" mower. The break is very hard to press and while releasing it to drive to front or to back the mower is often standing up on the back 2 wheels. Very dangerous plus smallest uneven ground (less as 12% or lager hole in the ground) I felt as the machine will overturn. It's true that the price is very affordable, easy to maneuver front wheels but the shaft to change gear hard to reach if you are on uneven terrain because you need to balance with your body the mower to avoid flip over. Another experience is that even if I changed the gear from REVERSE to FRONT (while pressing break) the mower was going to reverse! It started to move to front after I once again pressed the break and released it. Please also note that if you purchase that mower with the store delivery, you can return the mower during 30 days from the date of purchase NOT delivery date. If you got Lowe's delivery 10 days after the date of purchase you are left with only 20 days to return it.

I bought aftermarket blades and sharpened them myself I have about 4.5 acres of land it didn't take me that long to cut and I had a nice even cut I can't speak for the stock blades though

I have to do the exact same carb clean-up, thanks for the video.

I have the older one with the 420cc and has an oil filter. Works well I have had for 4 years no issues . I’m going to be doing the first blade change this weekend

Make sure you have full tire pressure on the front. The turning radius is so tight you can easily push an under-inflated tire off the rim.

Well you sold me exactly what I need..I'll be looking at them this weekend tysm

Just bought this mower. You did a great job with this video. Very informative. Ima sub now

I've had my r110 for 3 years and had no problem with it

Thanks and very informative. I just purchased this one!

Have this mower. Works well. Love the price and turning radius.

I recently purchased this from the original owner that had only used it twice. The problem I have experienced is if the steering will is turned all the way in either direction it sticks in place. It takes a hard tug on the wheel to move back. That causes it to plow with the front wheels until you can pull it back. Doesn't seem that this should be a natural thing for the mower.

Good video Dude

Oh thank you so much for the info 👍🏾

January 2023 Nice machine for the price. One negative comment : The raised lettering for all the controls is difficult to see: ie the lettering is painted (RED), the same color as the mower! Darkened all the letters with a Sharpie. Too early to give a review of its performace. As an aside, I bought a Craftsman10HP 5 speed brand new Ride- On Mower from Sears in 1998 for $974.00 including tax! It still runs great ( January CY2023)! Easy to operate. Drivebelt broke recently and the undercarriage must be removed to replace it. I plan to fix it in time. We`ll see how the new mower performs!

Very helpful tips in this video thanks

Lowe's delivered my new R110 a week ago. I ordered a bagger with the mower. Mower came with a tow plate that bolts to the rear, but doesn't extend back far enough to accept a tow ball with the bagger attached. Frustrating! After making and selling thousands of these mowers one would think that compatibility of components would have been solved by now.

Nice video - I think this is the same mower as the Troy-Bilt 30R? I normally bag my grass with a push mower and bagger. Do you think this machine or the TB30R could handle a bagger attachment?

Great review and demo. Thank you

Thank you for showing

Ok, so I don’t know if n when you’ll read this …., But How do u raise the cover to change the Battery?? Thanks a lot 💖❣️

What happen when the R110 won’t stay running, unless you spray some Quickstart in the carburetor

Great review! good info.

Great demo

I'm thinking about this mower. I'm between this and the Cub Cadet CC30. I've heard Craftsman isn't the quality from years ago. Have you had many problems with this mower now that you've had it for a while? Thanks

Another reviewer posted to ONLY operate mower with key in yellow section when reverse mowing. Said not to operate in yellow section going forward??? Any thoughts???

I have a craftsman are110 lawnmower and my belt is loose I’m wondering if the belt has an adjustment

I've never used a rider. Does it turn 180 degrees so you can mow the next row or do you have to take wide turns or mow alternate rows? I didn't see a chapter on turning.

I'm back! Can you tell me what battery charger would work with this mower? I had a small one and it doesn't do much.

We had this mower delivered today and it doesn’t start. Doesn’t click either and the battery is fine. Do you know how to fix it?

It is a TroyBuilt with Craftsman name on it Has a China engine in it. I have the exact same mower.

Great review/demo. Thanks very much.

Just bought this in August, $1499, good little mower, not real powerful but does the job, the reverse mower triangle switch stopped working, I disconnected it, a small plug under the forward, reverse lever, now I can mow in reverse without any hassle. They are now $1599,! GO BRANDON!!!

Thx for the shout-out

Just to make sure I understand, when starting always do up above the rabbit then bring it back down to the rabbit for the whole time cutting correct? And what happens if it’s started and ran in turtle?

WARNING: This mower and some like it have a propensity to lift the front end going up hill. I was loading mine in my truck with ramps and it threw me off backwards then toppled over on top of me, breaking my back!!!! It almost lifts on a small hill I've got. I'm gonna install about 20 lbs of barbell weights on the front. I've never had a problem on my old Snapper mowers of this tytpe, but you sit higher on these, increaing the chance of a slow-mo back flip!

Is their a way to adjust the deck to cut higher then the highest setting? Adjustments anywhere?

Great video! Anyone know the ground clearance of this one ?

Mine was delivered today. Got the engine running but when I put it in gear it doesn't go.

Do you have to stop and hit that reverse button or can you turn it on when you start and leave it on.

How is the besg way to clean under the deck. I have this mower. Im a female. Thanks

I have this mower and one day it just didn't turn on. No power at all. I checked the switch under the seat and bottom deck. Do you have any suggestions? I don't see the spark plug to check that! Thanks

How does this do on hills

When I let off brake, the engine stops. What am I doing wrong?

How is it working now?

How are slight hills with this?

Thx for the video man but there are too many steps for me

How to change the air filter?

You mentioned getting a discount on it. Do you remember around what time of the year it was and what type of discount it was?

Do you have anything that shows how to change the belt?

when you're moving forward, how do you change speeds? do you have to push the clutch first before you shift the speed lever?

Dang that price went up I just paid $1600 for mine 😥

Mine arrived yesterday and the freaking battery is dead!! From what I can tell it's all connected but it won't even click or turn over, absolutely nothing! Is that how these arrive? I appreciate the tutorial but also talk about battery issues and how the average unknowing person can resolve this issue on a brand new mower? Thanks for tips too!

1:16 "made in the usa with global materials" wow, that's a very clever way of saying "MADE IN CHINA" with the American flag right beside it. I like that! Is that a new mower? What year is it?

Where Can I Buy That

How's it on hills?

if you use the side discharge you need to use highlift blades. If you want to block the chute, you need to put on a mulching blade. "made in the USA with global materials " is a marketing scam, meaning is assembled in the USA with cheap Chinese materials.

do you still have that mower? what engine does it have? hey your youtube account is deleting my messages with links to youtube videos. do you want it to do that? you might want to check your youtube account settings

Mine is leaving lines..

Hi

Just got one week ago now it won't start 😡😡😡

shout out to pages that literally have zero videos? I'm confused... LOL Weird... Okay then...

Can I please get a shoutout

Can this lawnmower move in cut mode faster then 10 mph like commercial stand on mowers?