DR Field & Brush Mower PRO MAX34 vs DR Field & Brush Mower PRO XL30 17.5 HP

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The DR Field & Brush Mower PRO MAX34 is the better brush mower overall, rated 3.6 to 3.5. The DR Field & Brush Mower PRO MAX34 leads on cutting. The DR Field & Brush Mower PRO XL30 17.5 HP costs $200 less ($3,799.99 vs $3,999.99).

DR Field & Brush Mower PRO MAX34 vs DR Field & Brush Mower PRO XL30 17.5 HP

Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

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Factor weightDR Field & Brush Mower PRO MAX34DR Field & Brush Mower PRO XL30 17.5 HP
Overall rating3.6/53.5/5
Price 25%11 $3,999.9915 $3,799.99
Engine 15%100 650 cc100 500 cc
Cutting 15%100 cuts stems up to 3 in thick75 cuts stems up to 2.5 in thick
Drive 20%100 self-propelled, reverse, electric start100 self-propelled, reverse, electric start
Warranty 25%25 2-year warranty25 2-year warranty

Specifications

DR Field & Brush Mower PRO MAX34DR Field & Brush Mower PRO XL30 17.5 HP
Cutting
HeadBladeBlade
Cutting width34 in30 in
Thickest stem3 in2.5 in
Cutting height3.5 in3.5 in
Engine and drive
EngineBriggs & Stratton Professional Series OHV V-twin (20 HP)Briggs & Stratton Professional Series OHV (17.5 HP)
Displacement650 cc500 cc
DriveSelf-propelled, 3 speedsSelf-propelled, 3 speeds
ReverseYesYes
Electric startYesYes
Build
Weight339 lb303 lb
Warranty2 years2 years

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