Razorback All Terrain
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Good gear, brush cutter beast
All Terrain CMX1402Purchased 1402 - 4 x 4 model in 2016 never stops. Expensive to buy but good product, does every thing I have asked of it. Not used lots, only just done over a 100hrs, dusty conditions require air filter management to ensure longer machine life. I fitted after market winch on rear just in case. Mine has Subaru motor and worried about not having an oil filter so I ensure servicing is done more often. New model has changed this potential issue. Still on original blades and I put this down to doing a walk through area to remove or ID any rocks and
... Read moresticks before work. I have a neighbour who purchased one in recent years who just drives over sticks / branches etc and he wonders why he keeps damaging the machine. One issue of concern is greasing of front axle pivot point. Cost of parts / extras like ROPs is expensive. If possible shop around for servicing as some dealers can be very expensive.Purchased in .
- Product is used: Occasionally
The right machine for our hilly block!
All Terrain CMX1808Perfect machine to safely and effectively maintain unwanted vegetation on our steep slopes and around our many trees.
Purchased in for $23,090.
- Product is used: Weekly
Followup after 5 months ownership
All Terrain CMX1808I still rate the Razorback as an amazing little machine however let down badly by the tires. I have had no end of trouble with flat tires especially the fronts which are only 2 ply. Tiny lantana thorns easily puncture the tube and even with Slime in the tubes, they still leak. I now have had a small branch rip a jagged hole in the tire and torn the tube. Spoke with the local product rep and he has suggested solid filling the front tires so will give that a go. The rep was very responsive and helpful (thanks Jason)
Purchased in for $22,930.
- Product is used: Daily
CMX2402 Brilliant - Premium piece of engineering worth every cent
All TerrainThe performance of my Razorback CMX2402 defies logic. The salesman under played its capability but first hand experience clearly demonstrates the superior functionality of this "Built for Purpose" machine. An amazing 4WD machine with PTO driven 975mm cutter deck - hugely powerful. It cuts well on flat and undulating terrain and powers up my 45 degree gradients.
The machine is extremely capable & stable on very steep slopes. It slashes Lantana, Blackberry & Cassia with ease. Tall woody weeds pose no challenge whatsoever. The Razorback just walks through scrub, knocking every thing over and munches it up.
Purchased in .
- Product is used: Weekly
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Great fit and comfortable
All Terrain CMX1808These seat covers are so way to fit even with headrest screens so happy with them.
Purchased in for $1,221.
- Product is used: Daily
Unreal machine
All Terrain CMX1402HPurchased February 2023. Where I live is bush, with a lot of Black Wattle, fire love it. This machine does everything the salesman said it would. It just walks it's way through the scrub. 2 Big problems. The rear end is too low to the ground and is easily buried in soft ground and hard to get out. Next ( the biggest drawback ) who puts crappy 4 ply tyres on a go anywhere machine. It only took 15min to get a puncture. I have ride on mower with 6 ply tyres. This is a common major complaint you hear from every owner. Not good enough.
Purchased in .
- Product is used: Occasionally
It's a beast
All Terrain CMX1808Have used this for 80 hours now. Steep slopes and very long grass; some old fallen logs taht you can't even see - but she goes really very well. Has been fantastic, and very pleased I went for the 18HP model - had originally thought the 14HP would do - but the extra power has been so useful so often that I am pleaased I did that.
The designer however, never used this piece of kit. The valve on the front tyres almost hits the central hub and the only way to inflate the tyre is to pull the valve out sideways - and quite a bit at that - more t
Purchased in .
- Product is used: Weekly
Beware dangerous if rolled
All Terrain CMX2302This machine does a great job but should be fitted with a roll bar as standard equipment I am lucky to be alive , the front wheel clipped a large rock leaning against a tree , the rock rolled under the back wheel tipping the machine over , I have broken ribs and other injuries , I nearly died as the back of machine was upside down on my chest , I could hardly breath , the blades were still going as seat cut off switch was activated with ground pressure , I was under it for over an hour . Razorback Canycom for your customers safety please fit a roll bar and seat belt on these machines . I will be selling this machine and purchasing a remote control mower in the future
- Product is used: Weekly
Issues with hst fan
All Terrain CM1401HAt 148 hours lost forward movement. Found fan had lost a blade. Had it repaired and within 10 minutes the whole back end was shaking. Found fan blade sheared again and linkages as sloppy as. Service agent is not clued up on issue.. its had a service every 50 hours, greasef and cleaned in-between so not neglect.
Purchased in for $13,000.
- Product is used: Weekly
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It’s ability surpasses my expectations
All Terrain CMX1808A terrific machine with no peer. It cuts well on flat and undulating terrain. It even powers up my 40 degree gradient. Small saplings, lantana are cut with ease. Highly recommend.
Purchased in .
- Product is used: Weekly
It’s a weapon
All Terrain CMX1808Goes where my tractor and slasher wont go and a good combination using both
Purchased in for $21,000.
- Product is used: Weekly
Brilliant - expensive but worth it
All Terrain CM1401HSo far pretty amazing - it seems to quite safe on pretty much any part of the steep paddocks and cuts through the bracken like it was butter!!
Purchased in .
- Product is used: Occasionally
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Never ceases to impress!!
All Terrain CMX1808I have 7.5 acres of moderately steep and muddy property. The Razorback is solid as a rock on the hills. I swear you would fall off the machine long before it got to the point of tipping over! It knocks over 2 metre lantana with ease, uses half the petrol my standard 23HP ride on too. It's not cheap, but it is amazingly engineered and exceptional quality. I cannot recommend the Razorback too highly!
Purchased in for $20,990.
- Product is used: Weekly
Capable slasher but expensive to maintain
All Terrain CMX1402As long as you are aware that this is a slasher first & a mower second you will be very satisfied with performance. The machine is extremely capable & stable on very steep slopes. It slashes Blackberry, Lantana & Privet with ease. Mowing in longer grass is good but don’t expect a turf finish. If you intend to operate in steep terrain I recommend that you option a seat with armrests for safe operation. If you roll it you have fallen off a cliff. Cleaning and servicing are straight forward with most grease points easily accessible. Consumable it
... Read moreems (blades, belts, Tyres etc) are unnecessarily expensive. Blades are outrageously priced and approach $300 a set from some dealers. Unfortunately you are stuck with genuine but on the upside the quality is very good. Belts are another story and you need to source elsewhere as similar Kevlar raw edge belts are readily available at half the genuine price. Tyres & tubes are difficult to obtain and relatively rare but not impossible to source. My experience is that the distributor does not keep adequate stocks. Most other consumables are standard engineering specifications and easy to source.- Product is used: Weekly
Really good heavy brush mower with some caveats
All Terrain CMX1808Excellent at cutting heavy brush and even small saplings, comfortable and easy to manoeuvre. However it is a very heavy unit so if it gets stuck it can be very difficult to extract. I have found that if you get bogged it is easy to get really stuck due to the weight of the unit and the fact that there is very low/minimal clearance to get underneath to get under the bogged wheel to add material for traction. Also due to the weight I have found I have to lever it out which is difficult due to the low clearance. My advice, make sure you have so
... Read moremething that can pull the unit out of a difficult spot (like a 4WD) and do not get into sodden ground where you can spin the wheels and dig yourself into the ground. Despite having a 4WD capability, once the unit is bogged it rests on the cutting deck (due to minimal clearance underneath) and you are then STUCK and the 4WD will not save you. I love my Razorback but very wary of getting bogged. If on my own, I am buggered unless I can use my car to pull it out which isn't always possible. Also hard to get a jack under to change wheel/tyre when punctured.Purchased in for $20,700.
- Product is used: Occasionally
Questions & Answers
Hi I have a CMX1402 That has never missed a beat until yesterday when I noticed the blades would not fully disengage even when you turn the machine off and restart it. Also the engagement lever seems to have alot of play when off sometimes not going back to trip the sensor. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Hello Darren,
Thanks for reaching out. I put your question to our technical team, they said that you will need to get the machine inspected by a Razorback dealer.
Thank you!
Last year we bought a CMX1808 and we’re very impressed with its capabilities on the slopes around our property. We use the low and high range gears a lot due to the topography of the land. After about 8 months of use the foot drive pedal suddenly went slack. Would not return to the middle position. The service centre fixed the problem. It was a missing spring which they replaced. However what we noticed following this repair is that in low range the machine moves very slowly, much slower than when we first bought it. We tested this on a flat road surface to make sure it’s not our imagination. It wasn’t. The speed in both low and high range was considerably slower. We now have to use the high range in order to get anything done in a reasonable time frame. Of course this doesn’t work so well on our slopes. Is there an adjustment I can make without having to go back to the dealer? Thank you.
Hi, I would not play with things I don't know enough about. Suggest you go to dealer as a warranty issue.
What is the life span of my mower which is now 2 years old?
Hello Eddie, it’s a hard question to answer. As people treat their machines differently. There are people who use their machines in tough conditions and people who abuse their machines in tough conditions. Regular maintenance is important. We have machines with 1000 plus hours on them still going strong.
Thanks, I use it on my 10.5 acre farm and mow most paddocks when I rest them from the little stock I have. I’ve had the Razorback for about 20 months with all required services when due and the only issue I have is it throws the main drive belt off and has broken one. It appears to me when you look at the whole belt drive range the spring loaded tension pulley is out of line from the other pulley’s and this causes the belt to come off when the mower is under load. The serving agents are going to look at this in about 3 weeks and I’m going to remove the tear belt cover and point out this issue as I see it.
I should point out I am a retired motorcycle mechanic that has a little idea what could be the issue.
Thanks Eddie - great to hear that you have been keeping up with the services! Regarding the issue, this needs to be assessed by a dealer. Thanks.
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Details
Features
The Razorback All Terrain riding mowers are available in 4 models. The two entry-level models can be paired together, due to their similar features, just as the two premium mowers in the range can be discussed together.
CM1401H and CMX1402H
Different features
- The CM1401H is the entry-level ride-on mower from Razorback with a 2-wheel drive, whereas the CMX1402H is the entry-level model in a 4-wheel drive.
- The CM1410H has a maximum speed of 13.2km/hr, whereas the CMX1402H features a max speed of 14km/hr.
Common features
- Hydrostatic transmission, and choice to operate hydrostatic drive train by hand or foot.
- Capable of operating on steep angles up to 25 degrees.
- Cutting width of 975mm or 38.4 inches.
- 6.1-litre fuel capacity.
- Adjustable cutting height up to 150mm.
- Uses a shaft drive deck, high and low ratio gearbox, and safety system, which includes a drum brake.
- Comfort features, including ability to move the steering wheel forwards or back, an adjustable steering angle, an adjustable seat position (front and back) and seat-back angle.
CMX1808 and CMX2302
Different features
- The most premium model in the range, the CMX2302, also has the most horsepower - 23 hp, whereas the CMX1808 has 18.3 hp.
Common features
- Can choose between 2WD or 4WD.
- 20L fuel tank.
- Foot control for forward and reverse movement.
Common features with 2 entry-level models
- Shaft driven cutter deck train.
- Can be ridden on a 25 degree angle.
- Max speed 13.8km/h.
Points of Praise
- The Razorback All Terrain ride-on mowers are highly effective in cutting thick, overgrown grass and shrubs on sizeable and steep slopes.
- Operates smoothly and safely on angled land.
- Extremely effective for heavy-duty jobs, the outstanding performance of these all-terrain mowers made the high price point worth it for reviewers.
Points to consider
- While these mowers works a treat on hills and bushy areas, they often don’t work as effectively on manicured lawns.
- Rocks and thorns can puncture tires and break the rotors, which incurs increased maintenance costs.
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| Category | Ride-On Mowers | Ride-On Mowers | Ride-On Mowers | Ride-On Mowers |
| Price (RRP) | $18,990 | $12,990 | $15,490 | $23,490 |
| Zero Turn | No | No | No | |
| Power Source | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Features | Deck Clean-out Port | |||
| Catcher Type | None | None | None | None |
| Cutting Deck Material | Steel | Steel | Steel | |
| Cutting Width | 957 mm | 957 mm | 957 mm | 957 mm |
| Height of Cut | 0 mm to 150 mm | 0 mm to 150 mm | 0 mm to 150 mm | 0 mm to 150 mm |
| Weight | 360 kg | 320 kg | 340 kg | 450 kg |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT | CVT | CVT |
| Horsepower | 18.3 hp | 11.7 hp | 11.7 hp | 23 hp |
| Max Speed | 13.8 km/hr | 13.2 km/hr | 13.2 km/hr | 13.8 km/hr |
| Dimensions | 885 x 1020 x 1997 mm | 900 x 1020 x 1980 mm | 900 x 1020 x 1980 mm | 905 x 1020 x 1997 mm |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 3 year(s) | 3 year(s) | 3 year(s) | 3 year(s) |
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Engine Name | Vanguard | Honda GX390 | Honda GX390 11.7 HP 389cc Engine | Vanguard 23 HP V-twin Cyclone 627cc Engine |
| Brand | Vanguard | Honda | Honda | Vanguard |
| Engine Displacement | 653 cc | 389 cc | 389 cc | 627 cc |
| Release date | ||||
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