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RT 5097 5 Series Petrol Ride on Lawnmower
SKU: Stihl | ST-6160 200 0023
- Regular price
- £2,894.25 Ex VAT
- £3,473.10 Inc VAT
- RRP: £3,215.83 Ex VAT
- Sale price
- £2,894.25 £2,894.25 Ex VAT
- Regular price
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- £3,473.10 £3,473.10 Inc VAT
- Was £3,215.83 Ex VAT
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Product information & specifications
STIHL RT 5097 Petrol Ride-on Lawn Mower
Designed for UK homeowners, estate managers and ground-care professionals needing powerful, efficient mowing of large lawn areas. The STIHL RT 5097 petrol ride-on lawn mower delivers a 95 cm cutting width, hydrostatic drive and a robust chassis to swiftly handle lawn areas up to approximately 6,000 m². With clear, driver-friendly controls, a low-step entry and 250-litre grass collection box, this machine is engineered for both demanding domestic use and commercial grounds maintenance.
Key Features & Benefits
- 95 cm cutting width – fast coverage of large areas:
- Hydrostatic single-pedal drive – smooth forward/reverse control:
- Adjustable spring-loaded operator seat for all-day comfort:
- 250-litre grass catcher box with easy emptying from the seat:
- Robust steel frame and turf tyres to protect the lawn surface:
- Low step entry – easy mount/dismount:
- Ideal for lawns up to 6,000 m² – great for large gardens or estates:
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | RT 5097 |
| Cutting Width | 95 cm |
| Recommended Lawn Area | Up to 6,000 m² |
| Grass Catcher Box Capacity | 250 litres |
| Tank Capacity | 9 litres |
| Engine Displacement | 452 cm³ |
| Drive Type | Hydrostatic, single-pedal |
| Weight (approx.) | 228 kg |
Why Choose This Ride-on Mower?
If you manage large gardens, estates or grounds where time, efficiency and comfort matter, the STIHL RT 5097 is a top-tier choice. Its wide cutting deck, large collector, and hydrostatic drive system give you speed and precision, while the comfortable operator environment ensures less fatigue. Whether you’re maintaining a large home lawn or professional site, this mower offers a reliable blend of commercial-grade performance in a format suitable for demanding domestic use.
| Max. Lawn area | up to 6000 m² |
| Cutting width | 95 cm |
| Cutting height | 30 - 100 mm |
| Grass catcher box volume | 250 l |
| Gear type | Hydrostatic |
| Tank capacity | 9 l |
| Motor type | EVC 4000.1 |
| Displacement | 452 cm³ |
| Rated speed | 2700 rpm |
| Device weight | 228 kg |
| Device length with grass catcher box | 242 cm |
| Device length without grass catcher box | 206 |
| Device width with mowing unit | 101 cm |
| Device height to seat | 115 cm |
| Turning radius | 0.8 m |
| Sound power level, guaranteed LWA | 100 dB(A) |
| Measured sound pressure level LpA | 86 dB(A) |
| Uncertainty factor, sound pressure level KpA | 2 dB(A) |
| Vibration level at seat | 0.98 m/s² |
| Uncertainty, vibration on seat | 0.49 m/s² |
| Vibration level at steering wheel | 2.6 m/s² |
| Uncertainty, vibration on steering wheel | 1.3 m/s² |
| CO2 | 773 g/kWh |
STIHL RT 5097 Petrol Ride-on Lawn Mower
Designed for UK homeowners, estate managers and ground-care professionals needing powerful, efficient mowing of large lawn areas. The STIHL RT 5097 petrol ride-on lawn mower delivers a 95 cm cutting width, hydrostatic drive and a robust chassis to swiftly handle lawn areas up to approximately 6,000 m². With clear, driver-friendly controls, a low-step entry and 250-litre grass collection box, this machine is engineered for both demanding domestic use and commercial grounds maintenance.
Key Features & Benefits
- 95 cm cutting width – fast coverage of large areas:
- Hydrostatic single-pedal drive – smooth forward/reverse control:
- Adjustable spring-loaded operator seat for all-day comfort:
- 250-litre grass catcher box with easy emptying from the seat:
- Robust steel frame and turf tyres to protect the lawn surface:
- Low step entry – easy mount/dismount:
- Ideal for lawns up to 6,000 m² – great for large gardens or estates:
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | RT 5097 |
| Cutting Width | 95 cm |
| Recommended Lawn Area | Up to 6,000 m² |
| Grass Catcher Box Capacity | 250 litres |
| Tank Capacity | 9 litres |
| Engine Displacement | 452 cm³ |
| Drive Type | Hydrostatic, single-pedal |
| Weight (approx.) | 228 kg |
Why Choose This Ride-on Mower?
If you manage large gardens, estates or grounds where time, efficiency and comfort matter, the STIHL RT 5097 is a top-tier choice. Its wide cutting deck, large collector, and hydrostatic drive system give you speed and precision, while the comfortable operator environment ensures less fatigue. Whether you’re maintaining a large home lawn or professional site, this mower offers a reliable blend of commercial-grade performance in a format suitable for demanding domestic use.
| Max. Lawn area | up to 6000 m² |
| Cutting width | 95 cm |
| Cutting height | 30 - 100 mm |
| Grass catcher box volume | 250 l |
| Gear type | Hydrostatic |
| Tank capacity | 9 l |
| Motor type | EVC 4000.1 |
| Displacement | 452 cm³ |
| Rated speed | 2700 rpm |
| Device weight | 228 kg |
| Device length with grass catcher box | 242 cm |
| Device length without grass catcher box | 206 |
| Device width with mowing unit | 101 cm |
| Device height to seat | 115 cm |
| Turning radius | 0.8 m |
| Sound power level, guaranteed LWA | 100 dB(A) |
| Measured sound pressure level LpA | 86 dB(A) |
| Uncertainty factor, sound pressure level KpA | 2 dB(A) |
| Vibration level at seat | 0.98 m/s² |
| Uncertainty, vibration on seat | 0.49 m/s² |
| Vibration level at steering wheel | 2.6 m/s² |
| Uncertainty, vibration on steering wheel | 1.3 m/s² |
| CO2 | 773 g/kWh |
STIHL Warranty
STIHL offer a 1 year professional warranty or 2 year domestic warranty with all of their machines.
The following exceptions apply:
- AK System, AS System and AI Line cordless products aren't covered under warranty when used by professionals
- AP System machines, batteries and chargers - 2 year professional warranty
- Pressure washers - 2 year professional warranty or 3 year domestic warranty
- Mowers, tillers, shredders, scarifiers & iMOW machines - See STIHL's website here
Extend your Stihl warranty by an additional year when purchasing a STIHL Smart Connector with selected machinery from the petrol and cordless range. Extends your petrol warranty from 1 to 2 years AND 2 to 3 years on select cordless tools.
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STIHL offer a 1 year professional warranty or 2 year domestic warranty with all of their machines.
The following exceptions apply:
- AK System, AS System and AI Line cordless products aren't covered under warranty when used by professionals
- AP System machines, batteries and chargers - 2 year professional warranty
- Pressure washers - 2 year professional warranty or 3 year domestic warranty
- Mowers, tillers, shredders, scarifiers & iMOW machines - See STIHL's website here
Extend your Stihl warranty by an additional year when purchasing a STIHL Smart Connector with selected machinery from the petrol and cordless range. Extends your petrol warranty from 1 to 2 years AND 2 to 3 years on select cordless tools.
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Delivery & Returns
UK Delivery
Fast, reliable delivery from our UK warehouse.
- Free UK delivery on eligible orders over £75 +VAT. Long, heavy or oversized items may incur an additional delivery charge, shown at checkout.
- UK Standard Delivery from £3.60 + VAT
Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days - Next Working Day Delivery – £6.00 + VAT
Order before 3:00pm (Monday–Friday) for next working day delivery
All UK orders are dispatched Monday–Friday and sent via a tracked courier service.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the UK.
- Europe from £10.00
Estimated delivery: 2–7 working days - Rest of the World from £12.00
Estimated delivery: 2–11 working days
Shipping costs and delivery times are calculated at checkout based on destination and order contents.
Customs, Duties & Taxes
International orders may be subject to local import duties, taxes, or customs charges.
When UPS is selected at checkout, applicable duties and taxes are included in the total price. For other shipping services, duties and taxes may be charged separately on delivery and are the responsibility of the recipient.
Customs processing times may affect delivery estimates.
Returns
30-Day Return Policy
- Items can be returned within 30 days of delivery
- Products must be unused and in original condition
- Return postage costs apply unless the item is faulty or incorrect
For full details, please visit our Shipping & Returns page.
UK Delivery
Fast, reliable delivery from our UK warehouse.
- Free UK delivery on eligible orders over £75 +VAT. Long, heavy or oversized items may incur an additional delivery charge, shown at checkout.
- UK Standard Delivery from £3.60 + VAT
Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days - Next Working Day Delivery – £6.00 + VAT
Order before 3:00pm (Monday–Friday) for next working day delivery
All UK orders are dispatched Monday–Friday and sent via a tracked courier service.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the UK.
- Europe from £10.00
Estimated delivery: 2–7 working days - Rest of the World from £12.00
Estimated delivery: 2–11 working days
Shipping costs and delivery times are calculated at checkout based on destination and order contents.
Customs, Duties & Taxes
International orders may be subject to local import duties, taxes, or customs charges.
When UPS is selected at checkout, applicable duties and taxes are included in the total price. For other shipping services, duties and taxes may be charged separately on delivery and are the responsibility of the recipient.
Customs processing times may affect delivery estimates.
Returns
30-Day Return Policy
- Items can be returned within 30 days of delivery
- Products must be unused and in original condition
- Return postage costs apply unless the item is faulty or incorrect
For full details, please visit our Shipping & Returns page.