How long does a Briggs and Stratton engine last?

A Briggs and Stratton engine can last for 25–30 years of given proper maintenance and operated by someone with a modicum of intelligence and mechanical ability.

Are Briggs & Stratton engines any good?

Briggs and Stratton engines are generally cheaper but are still good engines. For consumer use – do the maintenance and they will last as long as the lawn mower. I have had Briggs OHV 190cc engines on both my last 2 Toro mowers.

How many miles to the gallon does a lawn mower get?

You’ll burn closer to 0.59 gallons per hour with a medium load, which covers most of your lawn mowing activities. With a light load on the engine, or going downhill, you could burn as little as 0.41 gallons per hour.

What is the most powerful Briggs and Stratton engine?

900PXi SERIES™ engine family
The 900PXi SERIES™ engine family is Briggs & Stratton’s most powerful small vertical shaft line of engines for lawnmower applications. These engines utilize Over Head Valve (OHV) technology, which runs cooler and cleaner – delivering more power, longer engine life and improved fuel economy.

Are Briggs and Stratton engines still made?

Briggs & Stratton will now operate as an independent company with the long-term support of KPS, a leading global private equity investor with a demonstrated track record of successfully transforming businesses and creating profitable, growing companies.

Is Briggs and Stratton out of business?

Briggs & Stratton says it is not going out of business, and employees will continue to receive their regular pay and benefits. It says it will continue to operate and does not expect any interruptions.

How many hours is high for a riding lawn mower?

As a rough rule of thumb, a single-cylinder mower with 500-750 hours would be considered a high miler, but that’s not to say it’s all worn out. A well-maintained mower will go on and on, as said earlier, my own ride-on mower has about 1000 hours and still pulls its weight around here.

What is wrong with Briggs and Stratton?

The company has been losing money and large debts. The company lost $54.1 million in its 2019 fiscal year and $11.3 million in its 2018 fiscal year. In its most recent earnings report, Briggs said its sales fell by $107 million or 18\% in the quarter that ended March 29.