The string mower for large or hilly properties where pushing a 22 in head all day wears you out. On flat ground the PRO XL does the same cutting for less.
DR Power $1,099.99
A stronger push string mower for heavy weeds and tall grass on a few acres. Worth the step up from the PILOT if the growth is dense.
- 22 inCutting width
- 185 ccEngine
- PushDrive
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- A 9.7 ft-lb engine holds line speed in thick, wet grass better than the 170 cc models
- Auto choke makes cold starts simpler
- A 22 in swath and five cutting heights from 1.5 to 3.5 in
- Takes DR’s optional Beaver Blade for saplings up to 3 in
- Push only, so it is hard work on slopes
- Pull start only, at a price where some rivals have electric start
The DR Trimmer Mower family
Every DR Trimmer Mower model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own cutting head.
| Model | Cutting width | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR Trimmer Mower PILOT | 22 in | 3.0/5 | $379.99 |
| DR Trimmer Mower PREMIER | 22 in | 2.8/5 | $499.99 |
| DR Trimmer Mower PRO (this one) | 22 in | 2.7/5 | $699.99 |
| DR Trimmer Mower PRO XL | 22 in | 2.8/5 | $899.99 |
| DR Trimmer Mower PRO XLSP | 22 in | 2.9/5 | $1,099.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its cutting head. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | TR45097DMN |
|---|---|
| Cutting | |
| Head | String |
| Cutting width | 22 in |
| Cutting height | 1.5 to 3.5 in |
| Engine and drive | |
| Engine | DR OHV |
| Displacement | 185 cc |
| Torque | 9.7 ft-lb |
| Drive | Push |
| Reverse | No |
| Electric start | No |
| Build | |
| Weight | 62 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Alternatives in this cutting head
The PILOT with a head brake, for someone who stops and starts often around trees and posts. If you don’t need the brake, the PILOT cuts the same for less.
DR Power $499.99The push string mower for someone who wants electric start and the most power DR offers without paying for self-propel. Fine on flat or gently rolling ground.
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