Craftsman 21-Inch Self-Propelled Lawn Mower M210

Craftsman M210 Mower Takes the Prize For Best Bang for Your Buck

It’s tough to find a quality self-propelled mower for under $300. You’ll typically find OEM engines rather than brand names, you’ll see power levels dip, and the cut quality can leave something to be desired. But, while it’s tough, it’s not impossible. Case in point: the Craftsman M210 21″ Self-Propelled Lawn Mower .

10-Second Summary

• Model: Craftsman M210
• Made in the USA from global components
• 140cc Briggs & Stratton
• Self-propelled single speed front wheel drive
• 21″ cutting deck
• Mulch or bag clippings
• Dual-lever cut height adjustment from 1-1/4″ to 3-3/4″
• Specially designed blade and deck eliminate clumping
• Warranty: 2 years
• Price: $279

Quality That Won’t Break the Bank

Craftsman tells us that the M210 mower is proudly made in the Tupelo, Mississippi factory from global components. The first component that bears mentioning is the 140cc Briggs & Stratton engine. It features easy and reliable stating that requires no priming or choking. The 140cc motor provides more than adequate power to not only turn the blade but also propel the single-speed front-wheel drive.

You have two options for discharging clippings. You could choose to bag up your clippings for composting, or you can simply mulch. Either way, you’ll be taking advantage of Craftsman’s specially designed mulching blade and symmetrical steel deck that maximizes airflow to eliminate clumping. The M210 mulches clippings super fine, which more easily returns nutrients back to the soil and improving the overall health of your lawn.

Additionally, the Craftsman 21-inch self-propelled mower features a dual-lever cut height adjustment that lets you set your deck to any of 6 positions ranging from 1-1/4″ to 3-3/4″.

More Bang For Your Buck

One of the best things going for this mower revolves around price. You can pick up the Craftsman M210 21-inch self-propelled lawn mower for $279 from your local Lowe’s or online. It comes with a 2-year warranty.

We might prefer a mower with a variable speed drive, and a bit more power, and a few more bells and whistles. But, the fact remains that, for homeowners with a small- to medium-sized lawn, the Craftsman M210 makes for a pretty tough mower to beat at this price.

Craftsman 21-Inch Self-Propelled Mower Specs

  • Model: Craftsman M210
  • Cutting Path: 21 in.
  • Discharge Options: Bagging, Mulching
  • Transmission Type: Single-speed self-propelled
  • Engine: 140cc Briggs and Stratton
  • Engine Torque: 5.5 ft.-lbs.
  • Start Type: Pull start
  • Warranty: 2 years
  • Price: $279

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