Thanks to a rechargeable 24-volt battery, Black & Decker's Cordless Mulching Mower generates no exhaust and
a lot less noise than gas-powered models. But it's best for smaller lots: after cutting one-third of an acre of grass, the mower needs to be recharged, which takes about 12 hours.
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