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Ryobi RLM36X46S5 review

Ryobi RLM36X46S5

CHOICE Expert Rating

76%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Very good catcher performance.
  • Has carry handle.
  • Requires very little effort to adjust the cutting height.
  • Very good catcher.
  • Excellent controls.
  • Battery charge indicator lights.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Only OK for mulching performance.
  • Safety control lever does not blend in well with the handlebar.

Recommended products

Recommended
Not recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
76%
Grass cutting score – catcher
87%
Grass cutting score – mulching
60%
Ease of use score
79%
Vibration score
85%
Pushing score
70%
Handle score
70%
Controls score
90%
Height adjustment score
80%
Power source score
90%
Catcher score
82%
Battery life (min)
56
Noise at 7.5 metres (dBA)
58
Noise at user's position (dBA)
75
Max lawn size (m2)
1084
Year tested
Pre-2019

Sustainability

Warranty (years)
5 years
Country of origin
China
Satisfaction score
81%
Reliability score
81%

Specifications

Power source
Battery
Wheeled or hover
Wheeled
Weight (kg)
17
Water resistance rating (IPX)
IPX1
Battery
Li-Ion
Battery model number
BPL3650D
Battery voltage (V)
36
Capacity (Ah)
5
Charging time – claimed (min)
75
Cutting positions
5
Lowest cutting height (mm)
15
Highest cutting height (mm)
50
Width of cut (cm)
46
Closeness of cut to a vertical edge (mm)
145/20/15
Deck material
Plastic
Cutting blades
1 bar blade
Control position
Handle
Control type
Safety switch and two pull bars
Items supplied
Mower, catcher, battery, charger, mulching plug, starter key, literature
Website
ryobi.com.au

Cost

Price
$599.00

Features

Quick release handle
Rear deflector
Carry handle
Battery charge tester
Catcher
Mulcher
Other features
  • None to mention.

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