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Robbie, the Danarm Pro version gives slightly better wheels, a bumper bar, handle supports, deck gaurd etc over the Non-Pro version.
As it is only you who use and are more likely to look after it (ie no bumping, using ramps when loading etc) I'd suggest a Non-Pro version may work ?.
We have a Non-Pro 19" Kaaz/Danarm roller (there is no 19" Pro model) in the Unit we use for small sites etc and it's lasting well.
The Kubota and the Kaaz pro are virtually the same mower. May even be identical. They are both made by Kaaz.
Robbie - the Kubota is a KAAZ variant - although the handles and drive engage mechanism are 'reworked'.
Not sure what part of them gives 'bother' - but i am running two Kubota Pro 821's this season - a Pro Wheeled and a Pro Roller - neither has yet given a seconds bother.
The engines on the Kubota are Honda and thus faultless - the Kubota drive engage mechanism is different to the others, it 'snaps' in and you cannot feather it it - which is what kills these type gearboxes. I will, when I get a minute do a 'long term test' review for LJN....
Or am I expecting too much?
I had a non-pro Kaaz. The only difference is the handle braces amd front bumper: neither are critical although the bumper is a good lifting aid if you are on your own.
Wheels should be the same, and the deck guard is standard I think.
Kubota is the same mower, so it's down to the old issues of rollers needing repairs, where wheeled machines are more long-lasting. When I last looked the Kubota had the upgraded handles and gearbox. The Cobra, Kaaz etc. didn't.
I wouldn't hesitate to buy the Kubota/Kaaz type if you want a heavy roller mower and that's what the local guy repairs.