Fitted with a 17hp V-twin air cooled engine the HF2417 HME gives great performance and easy starting every time. And with a hydrostatic drive the HME range ensures smooth operation and a quality cut at any speed, as the blade speed is independent of forward drive speed. The larger deck of the HF2417 also features anti-scalp wheels allowing the cutter deck to float over uneven ground, protecting the lawn. This enhanced model has an LED diagnostic dashboard featuring automatically operated headlights.