Please help me purchase a new mower to mow 1/2 acre. I have specific requirements.

Hi everyone,

I am a new member here, I have been reading on the forum for a bit but figured I would join and post as I have some special requirements and not sure what to buy. I have a polaris ranger for towing/plowing duties. I am specifically looking for a good mower. I used to own a toro power driven push behind and it bogged down a lot during bagging/mulching. I was not happy with my toro. I have 6 bad discs in my back, i just tore my shoulder and my bicep is out of alignment due to the tear. So I need an electric start. I am leaning towards a ride on mower because if I can't mow due to my injuries I would like the wife to be able to mow.

Here are my requirements.

1. Electric Start
2. Power driven
3. Wont bog down under load/tall grass.
4. Terrain is very flat in front of house 1/4 acre, I have 12 trees in the back yard 1/4 acre, but they are grouped into bunches of 3, so they are easy to mow around. Very slight grade in the back yard. Nothing a regular push behind power mower couldn't climb.
5. Lawn tractor or driven lawn mower with speeds.
6. Mow in reverse, mulching needs to be an option, don't want to have to rake/bag due to my injuries. Shoulder should be good after this lawn season.
7. Looking to spend $1000-$2000

I don't have any lawn tractor dealers here so I am stuck to Lowes or Home Depot. I am very mechanically inclined so I can do all maintenance and care.

Appreciate you for reading my post and looking forward to your expert advice for my current situation.

Thanks again!

I also am open to used.

I found this Cadet for sale locally... It's over priced, but if I could get him down to $1000 would it be worth it or go with something new?

riding lawn mower