Encore Walk Behind Mower | Model EW36FS481V | 36" Deck | 14.5 HP Kawasaki Engine | 5-Speed Transmission | For Commercial & Residential Use
DESCRIPTION
Tackle tough yards with ease using the Encore EW36FS481V 36" Belt-Driven Walk Behind Mower, powered by a 14.5 HP Kawasaki FS481V engine. Built for both semi-commercial and residential use, this durable mower is perfect for small to medium-sized properties, including areas with obstacles or narrow pathways. The 36-inch, 10-gauge steel cutting deck offers a balance of maneuverability and efficiency, allowing you to mow in tight spaces while still covering a lot of ground. Featuring a 5-speed Peerless transmission, you’ll enjoy smooth control across varied terrains. Whether you're trimming near trees, flower beds, or fence lines, the responsive design makes it easier than ever to get professional-grade results. Experience dependable performance, easy starting, and extended run times with a large 4-gallon fuel tank the Encore EW36FS481V is built for efficiency, reliability, and precision.
Key Features
Powerful 14.5 HP Kawasaki Engine: Reliable V-twin engine with long-lasting performance for residential & semi-commercial use.
36" Steel Cutting Deck: Durable 10-gauge steel designed for impact resistance, ideal for tight yards and gated properties.
5-Speed Peerless Transmission: Offers forward and reverse gears for customizable control over different terrains.
Recoil Start System: Kawasaki’s easy-start feature ensures a smooth, quick start without a battery.
Top Forward Speed of 5 MPH: Efficient mowing speed for larger open areas without sacrificing control.
Large 4-Gallon Fuel Tank: Extended mowing sessions with fewer refueling stops, great for long lawns and big jobs.
Positive Locking Band Brakes: Ensures safe and stable control on inclines, improving operator confidence.
Compact and Maneuverable Design: Ideal for navigating obstacles like trees, bushes, and flower beds with ease.
Electric Blade Engagement: Fast, convenient blade start-up with minimal effort for increased productivity.
Greaseable Spindles: Easy maintenance and enhanced longevity for long-term performance.
Adjustable Cutting Height (1" - 4"): Precision mowing with a variety of grass conditions and desired grass lengths.
Heavy-Duty 10-Gauge Steel Construction: Built for durability, able to withstand heavy-duty mowing tasks and tough conditions.
Sharp Turning Radius: Exceptional maneuverability around trees, fences, and other landscaping features.
Dependable Oil Filter: Ensures clean engine oil for improved performance and engine longevity.
Heavy-Duty Tires: Front tires (4.10 x 3.50 - 4) and rear tires (13 x 6.5 - 6) offer great traction and stability on uneven terrain.
Low Maintenance: Easy-to-maintain components ensure your mower works optimally over the long term with minimal hassle.
Detailed Specifications
Feature
Details
Engine Manufacturer
Kawasaki
Engine Size
14.5 HP
Deck Size
36"
Fuel Tank Capacity
4 Gallons
Transmission
5-Speed Peerless Pro-Gear with Reverse
Speed Forward
0 - 5 MPH
Tire Size (Front)
4.10 x 3.50 - 4
Tire Size (Rear)
13 x 6.5 - 6
Deck Thickness
10-Gauge Steel
Cutting Deck Type
Fabricated
Blade Tip Speed
17,028 ft/min
Cutting Height
1" - 4"
Blade Engagement
Electric
Length
73"
Width (Deflector Up/Down)
36.5"/47"
Manuals & Documents
General Warranty Info:
Ripping It Outdoors works closely with our manufacturers to supply and support your products warranty needs as best as possible!
The majority of products come with a manufacturer represented warranty against manufacturing defects for at least a 12 month period after the date of sale.
Expendable components and "wear parts" including but not limited to blades, knives, teeth, oil, chain sprockets, skid shoes, knife mounting discs, and similar components are usually excluded from manufacturer warranties.
Please reach out to us for any specific warranty information needed about products and parts you can’t find!
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 99 reviews.
I've started using the mulcher I on several parcels of land 10 acres . I have grind down a couple of 14 inch stumps. Caution the mount bracket behind the mulcher motor exhaust gets extremely hot even with gloves on . But the unit so far seems to works very good it's well put together.
The Firminator G3 is s heavy duty quality machine. The discs worked extremely well and planting and culti-packing is very smooth and easy. Working with Dillon at Ripping It Outdoors was a very good experience and seamless transaction.
Just got my Buffalo Turbine! Love it. Took a little bit to get used to getting the right angle for the nozzle, but not a problem. Side note, works much better if the frame is level as much as possible.
Love it!
Gary Haddock
Seems to be in order delivery wasn't able to use lift gate but tractor was able to take pallet off the truck bed. No damage to machine after visual check. won't know how it runs until rain stops.
Staff at RippingitOutdoors was very quick to call and double check the type of backet needed for the unit to ensure the online order matched( to fit my skid steer quick attachment on my l2501 Kubota). Explained the teeth & belt could be ordered through them directly over the phone when/if needed as well as selling other types of custom made brackets for Utv's ect. All around Great customer service and would purchase from again.
After spending way to much money for forest mulching services I discovered this wonderful machine. It's not a giant powerhouse forest mulcher, but it does everything a property owner needs to maintain a forested property. I wish I would have found it sooner.
The Firminator is well built and functions well. I am having some trouble while planting mixed size seeds. Next time out I’ll try setting it so only the smaller seeds drop out the open it up for the larger seeds.
easy buying process and great communication. Mulcher works great, easily clears overgrown brush and even mulched a 5" thick mulberry tree fairly easily. running it off of my old 331 bobcat with no problem powering the drum at all. Only small issue which isn't a big deal is that the supplied hoses are about 16" too short to operate a full range of motion.
Over all built well. I like it is all cast iron and metal and not plastic. Had to modify fertilizer disc mount to fit correctly, nothing major, a little grinding. I modified the center link hitch point to accommodate my John Deere quick hitch. Have yet to plant with it but I’m sure it will work perfect. Love the grease fittings everywhere. Reminds me of the old farm equipment I grew up on, and still use periodically.
My firminator RT was delivered in good condition in ND. I will be using it next week. I have a 45 HP John Deere tractor that is supposed to lift 2000 lb but really struggles to lift this 6 foot firminator RT. I will just have to use in as a two pass operation for now.
I do wish there was a better operating manual for this unit. Maybe that is something you can work on.
I will give you an update once I start using it in a few days.
Great piece of equipment. Performs far better than I expected. One piece of advice - if property is significantly overgrown, consider the tractor attachment first to bring down the over growth and then switch to the UTV attachment to maintain property. No complaints worked perfectly.
Put this on Kubota 900 with winch hookup. This thing is a beast (within reason). I named it ‘Homie”, cause Homie don’t play. It will take care of stuff up to about 2” in diameter. You still have to remember that this is NOT like the ones on a bobcat or larger machinery. It does have its limits. But all in all I am very satisfied with it. Now on to the good part! The staff at Ripping It are outstanding! Especially Kayla in the office. She has gone above and beyond on making sure everything went right, from ordering to questions about installation. This young lady would be of great value at ANY company ! Her knowledge and personality are like over the top. This is my first experience with Ripping It Outdoors and I can only say positive things about them. With all that being said, I do fill out reviews on things I buy, AND I give a honest review. If it’s bad then you will know it. But if it’s good, well I tell the truth ! Again Kayla, from the bottom of my heart, a great big THANK YOU for all your help and just talking to you. I feel like we’ve know each other for years!
TENT is easy to put up , material is tuff as told....only complaint is that i wish the bottom had about 3 to 4 inches overlap towards the inside so i could install a 2 x4 or something to help hold the tent down in high winds we have here in virginia thanks
Hi, my name is Ken. I’ve had a great experience with Ripping It Outdoors. I purchased a Forax Hp40 Mulcher for my mini excavator. Kayla Patterson is who I dealt with from the beginning until I received it at my house. She has been wonderful to work with and looking forward to working with her with any other orders I purchase. Kayla answered any questions I had and kept me updated throughout the whole process, can’t say it enough just a wonderful person to work with!!
These are great feeders if you don’t have any feral hogs but if the hogs tear off the wiring harness from the timer to the feeder motor, you’re disabled. Then, if you ask for help from Outback, they refer you to the dealer but really you’re on your own for parts and repairs.
I have three Outback feeders that work as designed. They’re 13 years old and have always served well but this feeder misses the mark by a very high margin. I’d NEVER buy this product again.
Feeders need to be dependable and this unit is not.
This is my first experience with Ripping It Outdoors. Fortunately I got Dillion as a representative and everything from sales to shipping was spot on..
Thanks Dillion for your help!!