The Flymo XL500 has a generous 50.5cm cutting-width & comes equipped with a set of comfort-enhancing transport-wheels; a combination that makes it the hover-mower of choice for those maintaining substantial grounds. Weighing a mere 15kg & floating on a cushion of air, it’s effortlessly manoeuvrable & can be used safely on ditches, banks & verges. Aimed squarely at the landscape professional, the Flymo XL500 Petrol Hover Mower features an ABS polymer mower-deck that will easily withstand accidental impact, & which offers lifelong corrosion-resistance. It’s equipped with high-quality metal blade (rather than the composite type found on cheaper models), so tough grass-conditions won’t be a problem; & it gives you the choice of three preset cutting-heights, so you can select a blade-position that’s most appropriate for the grass-type. At the heart of the Flymo XL500 lies a 5.5hp Honda GCV160 four-stroke engine. Renowned amongst pro gardeners world-wide for their exceptional performance, these 160cc overhead-cam units offer unrivalled fuel-economy; superior dependability; & smooth, quiet-running operation. They also run on inclines up to 45°. Thanks to the incorporation of a decompression-valve, only a gentle pull on the starter rope is required for ignition. Additional features include a foldable handle, which works to maximise available space in the storage area; & a ultra safety-enhancing OPC (or ‘deadman’s handle), which ensures the engine (and so the blade) are stopped when the bail arm is released.