We’ve been running the DYT 4000 for about two years now on our property. We have about 1 acre of mowable grass area once you subtract the house and driveway etc. We bought the mower configured with the Briggs and Stratton 24Hp OHV engine, 48” deck, and 9 bushel triple basket bagger.
Overall, the mower has functioned well. We are fairly demanding of the mower, using for towing dirt in a 17 cubic foot trailer and towing small boats. We drive it into the woods with the clippings and though mud as our property is primarily clay subsoil.
Good points: It always starts no problems. All features that worked when delivered still work. It seems to have enough power, although I think it should have more ‘umph’ given the size of the motor.
Bad points: Mower deck clogs with damp grass easily. I think this is a design issue with the deck as I have heard similar complaints with others. The finish on the topside of the deck is starting to flake. Brake holding power has faded quickly. May be a simple belt adjustment, but I haven’t taken the time to fix it. Hour meter was DOA, I figured it wasn’t worth the hassle to have it fixed. Can’t use trailer hitch when bagger is mounted.
So, I give this mower a B+. Broken hour meter and easy clog deck knock the score down.