452cc Riding Lawn Mowers with 38-Inch and 42-Inch Decks
The MLBE ML-38GML452, ML-42GML452 and ML-42SML452 riding lawn mowers combine a 452cc Loncin engine with electric start and hydraulic drive. The range offers 38-inch and 42-inch cutting widths for maintaining medium and larger grass areas.
All three models use a steel cutting deck, twin blades and central seven-position cutting-height adjustment from 30 to 90 mm. The ML-38GML452 and ML-42GML452 include grass collection and mulching with a 285-litre catcher, while the ML-42SML452 provides side discharge and mulching.
Choose the Configuration for Your Lawn
Select the 38-inch model for tighter access, the 42-inch collector model for wider cutting with grass collection, or the 42-inch side-discharge model for open-area mowing. Contact MLBE for packaging, dealer supply and market availability.
Model Comparison
| Specification | ML-38GML452 | ML-42GML452 | ML-42SML452 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Loncin 452cc | Loncin 452cc | Loncin 452cc |
| Starting system | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Drive system | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Cutting width | 96 cm / 38 in | 106 cm / 42 in | 106 cm / 42 in |
| Cutting height | 30-90 mm | 30-90 mm | 30-90 mm |
| Adjustment | Central, 7 positions | Central, 7 positions | Central, 7 positions |
| Deck / blades | Steel / twin | Steel / twin | Steel / twin |
| Discharge | Grass bag + mulch | Grass bag + mulch | Side discharge + mulch |
| Grass catcher | 285 L | 285 L | Not applicable |
| Wheel size | 15 / 18 in | 15 / 18 in | 15 / 18 in |
| Loading quantity | 42 units / 40HQ | 42 units / 40HQ | 42 units / 40HQ |
View more MLBE lawn mowers, use the Lawn Mower Buying Guide for Dealers to compare push and riding models, cutting widths and grass-handling systems, review the catalogue and user manuals, read the MLBE FAQ, or contact MLBE for specifications and distributor enquiries.
Riding Lawn Mower FAQ
Which engine is used across this range?
The ML-38GML452, ML-42GML452 and ML-42SML452 are all listed with a 452cc Loncin engine and electric start.
What cutting widths are available?
The ML-38GML452 uses a 38-inch / 96 cm deck, while the two 42-inch models use a 42-inch / 106 cm deck.
What is the cutting-height range?
All three models are listed with 30-90 mm central cutting-height adjustment across seven positions.
What is the difference between the collector and side-discharge models?
The ML-38GML452 and ML-42GML452 include grass collection and mulching with a 285-litre catcher, while the ML-42SML452 uses side discharge and mulching.

