No prime, no choke, and never change the oil with the Briggs and Stratton 7.25-ft lbs gross torque engineVariable speed front wheel drive allows you to mow at your own pace11-in rear wheels provide improved maneuverability Dual-lever, 6 position height adjustment makes it easy to change cutting heights from 1.25-in-3.75-in highAdvanced TriAction cutting system features a rake bumper to lift grass upright, a specially designed blade for a finer mulch and a symmetrical deck for superior grass flow, eliminating clumpingDeck wash port connects to standard garden hose to clean out grass clippings from underside of deckSide discharge chute comes with handy, built-in clip to attach to handle when not in useRear bag collects grass clippings for easy clean up or composting Mulch kit included to help put nutrients back into soil for a healthier lawn