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[eBay Plus] POWERBLADE 17" Lawn Mower 139cc Petrol Powered 4 Stroke Steel Lawnmower $223.27 Delivered @ Edisons eBay

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[eBay Plus] POWERBLADE 17" Lawn Mower 139cc Petrol Powered 4 Stroke Steel Lawnmower $223.27 Delivered @ Edisons eBay
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bemybubble on 11/07/2021 - 21:41 ebay.com.au (514 clicks)
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For those in the market for a lawn mower. Cheapest I found was $239 (excluding delivery)

The Powerblade V450 boasts an effortlessly powerful 139cc air-cooled, 4-stroke OHV engine, that slices through the toughest buffalo with ease.

Packed with impressive features, the V450 boasts a tough steel deck and seven height settings with the pull of a lever, to keep your lawn healthy and looking its best. The traditional ‘quarter acre block’ is of course essentially just a dream these days, and the V450’s highly maneuverable 17” deck is a sensible choice for today’s modern yards.

Mowing is a leisurely stroll thanks to its oversized wheels and durable grass catcher.

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  • UncleRico on 11/07/2021 - 21:53
    +4

    Much though I try to convince my significant other differently, 17" is only 43cm.

    Notwithstanding it's compelling pricetag or it's imperious looking engine, this is a very small mower from a brand I've never heard of and I'd personally not want to tackle anything close to a quarter acre block with it.

    • cycloneaussie on 11/07/2021 - 21:59
      +1

      It's for today's modern yards… 1/10 of an acre

      • UncleRico on 11/07/2021 - 22:16

        Fair point. On re-reading their marketing, it does seem discretely targeting the minuscule modern-day block.

      • Cupa Bundy Drinker on 11/07/2021 - 22:54

        ..if you're lucky

    • mckayver on 11/07/2021 - 22:06

      The 17 inches is that from tip to tip on the blade. Or the chassis housing meaning that the blades will be shorter than 17 inches. Seems like a really tiny mower.

      • mckayver on 11/07/2021 - 22:11
        +2

        My old Briggs and Stratton mower just won't die. Kinda want a new one but it's still running perfectly fine. Changed the blades and air filter a couple of months ago while in lockdown and still going strong after probably 15 years.

        • mistericho on 11/07/2021 - 22:15
          +3

          Victa here still going after 20..

        • tunzafun001 on 11/07/2021 - 23:10
          +5

          I used a 'modern' cheap mower once (single bar underneath). Was absolute rubbish and hacked the lawn more than cut it.

          Grabbed 3 old mowers from Hard Rubbish that had been chucked, gave 2 to mates, kept one.

          1- Rover brand 4 stroke. Air Filter was blocked completely. Never seen this before, and it didn't even look bad (but had oil stains, so micro dirt blocked it 100%). Removed, replaced. Runs like new, first pull start. Had new blades already as a bonus (but you can use the occasional SupercheapAuto club credit promos for new one's…free!!)

          2 - Briggs and Straton 4 stroke and a Victa - No spark - Set the coil gap with a Gumleaf (5 min job) Spark is perfect again. But took a few pulls to get started with low fuel and surged a little, so put in one of these $2 diaphragm kits in each mower. Maybe 7 min job.

          https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/112274437989?

          All now run like new. Use your

          Can't see any reason to buy a new cheap crap mower.

          • Cupa Bundy Drinker on 11/07/2021 - 23:28
            +1

            @tunzafun001: Given that the lawn mower is a conceptually simple device - a motor turns a blade, your 'modern' mower problems could have been caused by a bad blade (SCA would help) or a not powerful enough motor. The both problems can be relevant to the old ones too.
            What can be really different is the emission standards the modern mowers have to meet.
            https://www.environment.gov.au/protection/emissions-standard…

            • tunzafun001 on 12/07/2021 - 17:28
              +1

              @Cupa Bundy Drinker: The issue is the modern cheap mower has a light weight single bar with 2 blades.

              The old mowers have a full heavy disk with 2 - 4 blades.

              When you are cutting thick lawn, the single bar

              a) doesn't have the mass to cut through consistently.
              b) doesn't have the ability to pass everything to the catcher. I don't usually use a catcher, but in spring where there may be a few weed seeds amongst the lawn, the old mower sucks them all up perfectly and the disk sends them back to the catcher. The single bar catches about 30% and disperses the seeds everywhere. Im about 4 years in to the recovery from using the weed seed spreading modern mower.

              As for emission standards, I didn't really notice any difference between any of the carburettors of any of the mowers. But fair enough. Maybe a recirc line somewhere back into the air filter.

          • fantombloo on 11/07/2021 - 23:59
            +2

            @tunzafun001: As in an actual gumleaf or is this a brand name for gap gauge? (Capital letter adds confusion).

            • tezza on 12/07/2021 - 10:29

              @fantombloo: I would say a actual gumleaf. A business card also works well gaping the coil and magnet

            • tunzafun001 on 12/07/2021 - 17:30

              @fantombloo: Haha, nah, just an actual gumleaf!! Poor mans toolbox! Old man had my gauges, so just improvised. Worked!

      • UncleRico on 11/07/2021 - 22:13
        +3

        The usual convention with mowers would be from tip to tip - ie. the cutting diameter.

      • tezza on 12/07/2021 - 06:29
        +1

        Most mowers that people have in their shed would be around 18” so a 17” one should be adequate for most.

      • iand on 12/07/2021 - 09:17

        from the specs at the bottom of the listing Cutting width 41cm which is a 16"

  • EarlyBird on 11/07/2021 - 22:01
    +5

    This is the same mob that sells "Michigan USA" branded machines that are actually made solely in China. False advertising.

    • Shoocat on 11/07/2021 - 22:04
      +5

      And Baumr AG - Google the many damning reviews of their products. Wouldn't touch them with a barge pole produced by a vaguely German-sounding knock-off brand.

      Do yourself a favour and spend a couple hundred more on a decent mower.

      • Cupa Bundy Drinker on 12/07/2021 - 10:22

        This particular one is POWERBLADE, has nothing about USA or Germany in it's name :)
        My motivation to buy it was simple – I needed a lawn mower, preferably a battery one. I wanted to buy 36v for $350, but it was not available. Then I decided, if I buy an old tech, I don't wan't to spend a lot. Seriously, why to pay $500 for an outdated mower (even a quality one)?

    • buffalo bill on 12/07/2021 - 03:08
      +1

      +1

      This Chinese-made mower is sold under numerous brands, and the reviews aren't good.

      Can recommend paying that bit more for a much better mower.

      • Cupa Bundy Drinker on 12/07/2021 - 10:25

        I thought the same, but if you compare pictures of this and, for example, Kogan's 17'' Certa, you'll see the difference. Btw, Powerblade used a Ducar engine, which is not the best, but well known Chinese brand with some history.

  • Cupa Bundy Drinker on 11/07/2021 - 22:51
    +1

    I got one a couple of months ago. I haven't had much experience with lawn mowers, but I'm quite impressed with this one - solidly built, cuts well (so far) and actually quieter than 36v Ozito. It was way more than I expected for $200. My yard is quite small thought.

    Regarding to the brand.. I have a portable generator made by them, it sits on my boat and is used in a hostile environment - swell, temperature changes, high humidity (including regular contacts with salt water). And it runs surprisingly strong for a few years already.

    • mgf909 on 12/07/2021 - 10:16
      +1

      Hope you have a CO detector on-board….

  • AMLagonda on 12/07/2021 - 01:40

    wow my postage is insane lol

    Postage:
    AU $93.81

  • tezza on 12/07/2021 - 06:37

    Ok for a cheapie mower, however the main thing are parts for them. The main being the blade. Can you get replacements in 2-3 years.

    The motor itself is a bit ordinary however if looked after will probably give trouble free running for years (not in the same class as Briggs motors from 10 years ago).

    From what I have seen, neglect normally stops these things running, especially with the design of this engine. Fuel sits in tue carb, goes stale etc.

  • Fixit on 12/07/2021 - 07:50
    +1

    I brought one from this mob a few years back, needed a spare part, they were useless so be aware if this junk breaks down after your warranty expires

  • iand on 12/07/2021 - 09:14
    +1

    Note from the specs at the bottom of the listing Cutting width 41cm which is a 16" cut so 17 inches is chassis not blade tips it also says 95+ RON so premium petrol

  • 8200 on 12/07/2021 - 09:38

    Engine size and HP are marginal

  • thomalfa on 12/07/2021 - 11:10
    +2

    anyone who doesn't know / never deal with this seller… a piece of advice… just walkway… better off pay a bit more get it from bunnings.

    • Cupa Bundy Drinker on 12/07/2021 - 11:17

      Please explain

      • thomalfa on 12/07/2021 - 15:48
        +2

        their products were made from cheap parts… bought a grass cutter from them… end up replacing it 3 times… within a warranty during 6 months period
        actually the machine itself is ok but the parts like the fuel connecting from the tank was leaking, pulley starter complecation, trigger issue & handle loose… and many more… i can name it all day long after a consistent use for awhile as if I'm abusing the machine but I'm not…. it just the parts quality hence short life cycle.

        I got nothing against them but If you would like to grab a bargain and know how and love to get your hand dirty hence willing to buy better parts and replace them… it still worth the saving… the parts ain't expansive

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