4 Rough hilly acres to mow. The John Deere mulches, bags and side discharges the best of all the 42-inch ZTRs on the market. The Cub Cadet ZTX4 is also a great mower. Paul, I am looking for a zero turn mower for a yard that is about 2.75 acres. Im going to be down in the Bradley, Il area the middle of June. Thanks so much for your guidance Paul, much appreciated! I would like your thoughts on my situation if you will, I live in rural eastern NC where the soil tends to have a lot of clay and its necessary to have drainage ditches for storm runoff. If you decide on the Gravely, wait until March 20-28. What model should i be looking at for a rough and hilly yard? Two questions who made that mower for Sears and any idea if I was lucky with the Deere, thi is normal wear (typically 35-50 hrs per season) or this is an issue? Planted a bunch of young 5-8 trees around the property. Larger rear wheel for superior traction. Since my post Ive started looking at the scab patriot 61 inch. Its the same mower as the IKON XD with the stronger ZT 2800 transmissions. The Fastrac is a great mower and the Raptor series has a good reputation especially if you have a good dealer to set the mower up initially. Yes, my 1.5 acres does have slopes. Hi Dante, Thanks for the complete explanation. Hi Mike, Your biggest problem is traction. Appreciate it. Not sure what engine you have for the Hustler option but if it has a kawasaki or honda I would go that route. In addition, the easy access deck makes it very easy to clean and allows you to do your own maintenance on the blades. This is how I make money to keep this website up and running. Tractor Supply sells the Bad Boy brand and they have several models that look good but they are kind of high ($4,400 for the "ZT"), and to round it off Toro (model SS4266) has some in my size and budget range. Its very similar to the ZT X but has the stronger ZT2800 drives. I can buy a 2019 for 6K out the door ? Thank you. Other than that I dont have a preference. The Kawasaki in these mowers is the FR (residential) version. I simply have lost all confidence in residential quality mowers after my previous experience. Hi Joe, Im not a big fan of the 300 series Deere ZTRs. It comes in a 42-inch deck model and a 50-inch deck model. Kawasaki has a lot of name brand recognition with the small owner/operators. I have lower back issues. The lap bars are very adjustable to fit your driving style. I have around two acres to mow, with a lot of flower beds, a large flower/vegetable garden, two out buildings, two houses, two driveways, quite a few trees, fencing along a cow pasture, and a ditch along the highway. My only question is on the new Cub Cadet ZT2 is it worth the extra almost 900 dollars for the serviceable transmissions for a residential owner mowing 2.5 to 3 acres once a week or week and a half? 22.5 HP Toro TimeCutter. -Its very easy to tip up the deck, remove the mulch kit and then use the Accelerator side mount grass catcher if needed. Hi Larry, I have not seen that anyone has possession of one of the new Ryobi ZTRs yet. reviews and youtube clips indicate this thing can mow fast and stripe. Im leaning towards the MyRides at this point. Since Cub Cadet is the newest and they tried to hit all the consumer pain points which includes noise, Ill have to guess the Cub Cadet is quieter. As a result, the durability of Toro zero turns get increases. Not too worried about that because three of my neighbors have similar topography and mow with ZTRs. With hydrostatic transmissions, you want ones that are serviceable and that have charge pumps. They have two that I recommend. Below that list, I discuss the more popular brands and why buying a certain brand may be the best choice for you. The deciding factor was the protection of Costcos Risk-Free 100% Satisfaction Guarantee which guarantees Refunds for products with a limited useful life expectancy, sold with a product-specific limited warranty will be prorated. For long-time, large-volume customers, Costco might generously replace the mower. $4399 $3499 = $900. Exmark and Toro are made in the same factory. Father in law says he believes i could take a 60 inch back there with no problem and just lift the deck to avoid any small stumps etc that was left over from the guy clearing. (I live in central Ohio). Heavy-Duty Fabricated Decks Built with many commercial components so the mower will take a beating Good for acreages, estates, farm lawns, farm ditches, and mowing pastures monthly. The MX5075 is a good choice because of the suspension seat butIn this case, they add the suspension but to keep the cost down they use a normal ZT2200 residential transmission. Can the ZT2 transmission handle that? Thanks again! Check Price. Make sure you idler pulley moves freely and that it spins freely. Toro offers a heavy-duty 10-gauge steel frame. They are the same price. Thanks in advance for your response! The XT2 should give you 10 years of service if you do the normal maintenance on it and dont let teenagers try and wreck it. Hi Mike, The Ariens APEX and Gravely ZT HD are the same mower (just different paint) so if you have a Gravely dealer you may get a better price than the Ariens. 1. It has really helped me through the process of shopping and gaining confidence with my decision. I also noticed that once you like their facebook page their advertising will start to show up in your regular news feed and a lot of those ads talk about sales. I bought a Hustler FasTrack thinking it was going to be my last mower. They do look VERY similar. You are right that the dealer can often make the difference, and the one I got mine from is awesome! You can get it with the two lap bars but they also offer their Joystick Steering System. Great point about the extra torque for hills. Hi Paul, The Toros and the ZT X use the ZT2200 transmissions. Also, Toro mowers have larger caster for cubs with sealed ball bearings compared to John Deere mowers. The best mower in that price range for ride, cut quality, cutting speed and long life components including the drive belts is the Exmark Lazer Z X-Series. If he balks at that try for a tune-up kit, blades or air cleaner etc. ft. Tow-Behind Lawn Sweeper. Seems to be the biggest difference is the forged deck? Thinking I have the wife talked into a ZRT but it would be from Lowes. The idler bracket has a habit of wearing out the pivot hole. Ive been using my Dads Ikonx52 bc his grandson was cutting his yard but that stopped so he needs his back now so my turn to cough up for a ZTM. Thats very helpful. I have 1 acre lot in which my home is 2200 sq ft. My yard is mostly flat in which it has been graded like a bowl. Thought kubota z421kw was nice. It fills the bagger full all the time. Hi Paul trying to decide between the Toro 75750 and the Ikon XD 52. Bad Boy zero turn towing capacity. I like the fully welded frame on the Cub Cadet but on the other hand, you never hear of frame cracking on the Deere either. It is a mid-line ZTR in the Deere lineup and it will last you a long time. EZT transmissions will hold up to regular mowing on normal slopes. Buy Toro 60 in. There is no performance difference. I researched and asked around about the engines and decided that all engines need good upkeep, and good clean air filtration is paramount. It all seems easy enough for me to do it, but its got a 3 yr warranty so what is the best practice? It seems to me Id get a stamped deck, better engine and some comfort things like arm rests if I do upgrade to the 50/52 in either model so the $400 may be very much worth it. I think I have narrowed my choices to the Toro MX5075 and the Ariens IKON XL. In addition, there is an optional jack for it so you can quickly raise the front of the mower to work on the deck. I can get on and off without the rail, but it involves using the deck as a step, which the dealer says is fine. The fastidiously engineered Ultima delivers uncompromised performance and a hydrostatic transmission that maneuvers the mower effortlessly for smooth cutting dependability. price is less of a concern for me than performance. and 2. I think Im leaning towards the Gravley/Ariens product. Since you will buy this from a dealer ask a mechanic to show you how to level the deck. Mowing about 1.2 acres. I was suggested to get a zero turn with steering wheel but I am hearing those are being discontinued and then another dealer told me to get the lap bars. Here is the Country Clipper website to locate a dealer in New Zealand: Country Clipper. Im looking at the Ariens Apex, Gravely ZT HD and Toro Titan all in 60 inch. Im moving into a just less than 3 acre lot/home. One last question: is fabricated deck better than stamped? The flip=up mid-mount deck is unique and works well. However, I just saw your comment that Toro is dropping their steering wheel models, so if I went that direction, Id almost certainly be getting the Cub Cadet, one of the models with a 46 cutting deck. Hi David, Both mulch well with the optional bolt-in mulching kits. He is very hard on the mower (over 150 trees to mow around) and its held up very well. It has the upgraded Toro IronForged fabricated deck. There are over 400 different Zero-Turn Mowers available for your residential lawn. When Kawasaki first introduced their engines in the mid-90s you could buy one $300 cheaper than the competitors. IronForged Deck 24.5 HP Commercial V-Twin Gas Dual Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Riding Mower Available at The Home Depot Also available at Tractor Supply, ACME Tools and your local Toro Dealer. Comes down to maybe the paint color. Zero turning radius trimming ability. I would never mow across the hill horizontally, just up and down vertically. Keep the ZTR off slopes more than 15 degree and change the air filter every 50 hours or less and it will give you a long life. It has the same trannys as the Cub Cadet XT2 but like the ZT-HD/APEX it has the optional powered bagger. I suggest taking a look at the Exmark Radius E and Radius S before you look at the Scag. In other words, you will only get about 2-4 years out of it. Hi T. Dan, Feel free to stop by anytime and tell us how the Jonsered is working out. Just remember, if you mow that way your mower deck can throw a baseball 600 feet so make sure all debris, kids toys, rocks, and garbage are picked up before you mow. Well scratch my last replythe more I talk to my neighbors with riding mowers the more I hear that they wished they wouldve gone with a bigger deck even for our small 1/3 to 1/2 acre yardsIll hear that around 50 is what people think is enough/wish they wouldve gotten. Great info. Thanks Paul, thats great that you drove this and would buy one. It seemed to be better but still after running for a while, it would falter and not be able to get up steeper slopes as it did when new. In addition, some companies want their own exclusive brand so they dont have to price match another retailer. Both have deep 42 stamped steel decks 12 gauge on the Deere and 13 gauge on the Cub, and they both pretty much have the features I want, except the Cub doesnt have arm rests. Ive narrowed it down to the Deere Z345R w 22hp Briggs for $2899 or a Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 w 22hp Kohler for $2699 from TSC. We have one here and my wife has been trying to break it for over two years. I think I like the idea of a lighter, more nimble mower, but perhaps the heavier one is better for most general applications. The mower has a stamped deck (like your Husqvarna) and the Toro engine. There are no other differences. Was looking at Toro with myRide setup.. Hi Dave, the only choice is the MyRide. Its only $300 more than the MX5075 but you get a whole lot more mower. I dont think youll be happy with Husqvarna 254 over the years. Calculator tells me (for my peace of mind) that I ought to be looking in the 50-60 range if I dont want to spend much more than a few hours doing my lawn every other weekend. Zero-Turn Stand On. We do also have a local Hustler dealer, but Im not familiar with what theyve got. The ZT 3400 with charge pumps has no o-ring issues. If you're working on delicate property, these mowers may not suit your needs. 4. By the way it was a trade-in at a local dealer where it was originally purchased and serviced. Its built like a tank, rides well and cuts very well. Any advise would be great. I want something that will last me a very long time. SKU. Toro with its smart speed control allows you to pull much heavier loads than all the other ZTRs. Hi Jerry this suspension goes between your existing seat and the mounting plate. Will definitely refer people to this sight if they ever in need of some good honest knowledge. He started making mowers in the early 90s and always had the idea of keeping the mowers priced so anyone could afford them even if it meant selling fewer than anyone else. KutKwick ZTRs can handle 45-degree slopes (start at $30,000). ), The first contractor I hired used some kind of walk behind mower with a 36 cutting deck, and he mostly rode on a sulky while mowing the hill side to side. Good to know that their ZTRs dont have the issue. Hi Frederic, The 75742 is an excellent choice and a great value. Looked at: Ariens, Walker, Ferris, Skag, Toro, ExMark, JD, Husqvarna, Hustler, Gravely, Troy-Bilt, Cub Cadet, Bad Boy, and Snapper maybe a couple others losing count. Hi JD, You will be a lot happier with the cut of the Toro than the Simplicity. The Toros cut is fantastic but Either one will mow grass 8-12 inches tall in side discharge mode and give you a clean cut. ZTRs are NOT designed to pull things. Zero-Turn Lap Bar. What do you think? The Challenger adds the option of a Deluxe seat, which I might need to smooth my rough yard, but the Edge and Challenger are probably out of my price range. Red dirt sandy soil. I believe the deck shell is the same one used as on the commercial mowers. Hi Paul! And it really helps to have an expert such as yourself to bounce thoughts off of. The smaller deck may let you trim more areas of your woods also. Im thinking its ok to go stamped since I dont commercially mow. The Compacts (all brands) are only for small residential flat areas that have gates you have to deal with. I just noticed that the 48 Accel Deep deck is 10 gauge, that is nice. . $9.99. Its 25% more fuel-efficient and responds to heavy grass a lot faster than the carbd engines. Fabricated Decks Good value residential mowers Best for most people that want a mower that cuts well and will last. I am considering moving on from my 30 Dixon ZTR w/ the B/S 16.5 Intek engine. It appears everyone wants lap bar steering. Hi Paul. Even the engines are the same. Do you have any reason that you would value one over the other? I have some areas where Its nearly a football field long! Another possibility is to go back to a lawn/garden tractor. ), good speed, would like towing capability (limited I suppose), and riding comfort (albeit, reliability is more important to me). One forum post claimed to have tested and found that parts are interchangeable. Best in class seating( bad back) and have 4 to 5 acres to mower. I really, really like the Bradley Standers. They are priced well especially compared to the Kubota and Hustler SD. I always leave my decks at the mowing height. Toro researched and went with Loncin primarily because five years ago the quality control and warranty repairs for some of the other engine brands you recognize was becoming problematic. Yes they are expensive, but then I dont have the maintenance and cost to run. (I did cut the lawn once with a 21 walk behind mower took me 2 hours and 45 minutes, and walking the hillside sideways with that mower was really hard on my knees and hips. Have I helped you? ft. Tow-Behind Lawn Sweeper. There is one close to your price range and I do highly recommend it. Now, The commercial Kawasaki FS and FX are great engines. For it being called a commercial mower, it is NOT one!!!!! Appreciate your passion and what you do for the common folks on here. The Z-force SX 48 has the 24 HP professional-grade Kawasaki FR Series V-Twin OHV engine. The ZT2100 transmissions are too light-duty to pull a leaf vac. Hi Jim, Most homeowners usually buy Mid-April through June so thats when youll see any sales or price drops for the residential machines. I would be interested in buying one of these used, but dont want to buy a basket full of problems if thats the case with these two. They were also the first to use OHV across the entire line so they were more fuel-efficient and quieter. Ive noticed that they offer two different engines though. The MX5050 is an old model. Any recommendations you can provide will be greatly appreciated. Of the 40 or so mowers from the different brands in this size range, its average. It uses the residential grade ZT2200 transmissions so if you mow a lot, have hills or need a heavy duty mower I suggest moving up to the Alpha MP or larger. There are 15-20 trees/plants and 3 buildings (home, garage, shed) to mow around. Extremely noticeable and an advantage if you have any back problems.. ), since Im hoping to do a bunch of that myself. Mow the lawn with the deck raised up a notch or two higher and you should get more life. Lots to still contemplate. I purposely did not expand on my Toro dealer experience. More recently, he has been showing up with a Scag zero turn, with a slightly larger deck. I know they arent the best for hills but it isnt that hilly, gradual slope. Mind you he has like 10 acres he cuts.. so he has a commercial grade Scag with EFI and all that good stuff. Out of the apex and mz61 which one would have the overall better quality and longevity and have the best cut quality. (There are a lot of small assembly shops that do make components for most brands). Which do you recommend to have the best cut and ability for the slope? Thats well worth the extra money. I know I am giving up the warranty but I am still tempted to buy it. 2. You should not use Gator Blades for SIDE-DISCHARGE. Baggers for the MX and HD are very expensive. Really want a 48 deck min. Your site here and responsiveness is some of the best I have seen in my researching journey. The dealer I prefer carries both Toro and Ariens, so that is not a factor. Has a very nice seat. So, yes, if you are willing to spend the money its a very good mower for what you want to do. The Ariens has an offset deck and a 4-point deck. I have two in mind. Ill be mowing my 1 acre, flat-to-mildly sloping residential lawn with minimal trees. I have 15 acres of grass with voles holes/tunnels, berms, bumpy grass and fences. Hi Greg, You have to move up to the Toro Timecutter HD and the Ariens IKON XL to get the larger transmissions. Gravely ZT X 52 with Kawasaki engine $3499 My overall goals were to have a reliable mower that could achieve a good cut and ultimately reduce my time spent mowing. With the belt loose wiggle the pulley on the electric clutch up and down (on the bottom of the engine) there should be no play. It is a pretty smooth lawn, with about 8 trees and a lot of bed lines to cut along in the front half of the lawn. The Ariens/Gravely, Bad Boy Elite, and Toro Titan are all priced around $5000. I have a small lawn that is only about 1/3 of an acre mowable and it has a gentle slope in the entire backyard of about 6-8., However, I have 22, 60+ year old (mostly) oak tree in my yard that makes fall cleanup by hand impossible for someone with a full-time job and two young kids at home. That basically means about a dozen+ trips around the horn in the summer months. 5. And with over 40 commercial brands out there it may never catch on. HI Greg, I use the specs page at toro.com. Join the discussionPaul, what is the blade speed on the Cub Cadet Ultima? Any recommendations? We can get the veterans discount at Lowes and Home Depot. I think i would prefer to keep it under 48 inches as well. I was able to steer it OK, and it handled the sloped areas with no problems. Its very easy to switch from mulch to bag to side discharge. Run your fingers inside the grooves of the pulleys and make sure there is no debris or rocks stuck in them. Hi Dave, Everyone is very satisfied with the Toro/Exmark engine. Mower King Well-Known Member Joined Sep 19, 2018 Threads 20 Messages 663 I was hoping for Ariens (good bang for buck), but they only offer the 2200 transaxles through their X and XDunits and can only get the 3100 axles on the Apex units which are pretty close to the same price as gravely ZT HD. The difference between the Gravely ZT X 52 and the Ariens IKON XD is where its sold. Hi Rob, All of the current name-brand zero-turns are a lot easier to drive than the models made 20 years ago. In reality, they both weigh the same. If I got a tractor, how beefy of a model would I need to get? It wasnt badits just that the email communication back and forth left me conflicted with information I was gleaning on the internetacross several manufacturers by the way. So let me go quickly through some of the options youve mentioned. Ive been looking at Walker and some higher end Hustler and have up to $15000 New Zealand dollars budget ($9500 USD). The Model R is a culmination of over 40 years of commercial experience. I just had a ..make my day Clint Eastwood moment but in a good way (smile). Funny you should ask. The ONLY difference between the ZT2100 and ZT2200 is the 2100 has 3/4 inch axles (900 lb capacity) and the 2200 has 1-inch axles (1000) capacity. Ill make a small commission from the sale. I actually think hes wrong, Husqvarna has been building out the Jonsered name to include more items every year. Great website and resource. It even has a heavy deck and a very good motor. Now it just keeps throwing the belt off. Quality of cut is secondary, because it is a rough country yard. Hi Daron, The differences are so minor between the 50 inch Cub Cadet and the 50 Toro that it almost boils down to Which color you do like? Is the ZT-2800 in the Titan (75312) comparable to the ZT-3100 because of the different drive modes available on the Toro? That said, they are tough enough to keep your woods clear but if you let the growth get over 11 inches or so you may have to mow the area 2 or more times before you get a clean cut. I was also able to drive a zt1 50 at a cub dealer but he told me I could not engage the pto as then it would be considered used. The next most important factor is a comfortable ride as my yard, although flat, can be a bit bumpy. Hi Brian, Thats a tough choice. Dealer did mention that Cub Cadet is the hottest mower they sell now, even though he had a Toro shirt on ha ha. He said he prefers the Toro with the Kawasaki engine over the Cub. Its being replaced with the Z560 https://www.husqvarna.com/us/products/zero-turn-mowers/z560/967929901/. I dont have red squirrels eating out of my hand, but my hens and roosters do every day! Of course, durability is important. My current tractor mower is a Husqvarna 46. Will the 42 suffice or should I get 46 or 48. Exmark has its own decks and its tuned for the commercial operators who like to mow as fast as the mower will go. The Deere cuts well. Ariens XD (Which is best between Kohler or Kawasaki) I like this cause I heard these are the best engines for lawnmowers so Im sure they are reliable. Hi Mike, If you want shaft drive you have to buy a Grasshopper or Kubota front deck mower. I mow a little over 1/2 acre that is flat but not smooth or soft ground. Hi Kurt, Im always a little partial to the Exmark. And with my analytical mind, I go back and forth and change my mind on many of these. That said. So inclined to think the Cub might be better overall for towing. Hi Paul, Im looking to spend around $3k or less for the mower; what would you suggest? Hi Paul, I think my earlier attempt at a reply went astray. Its worth the $5100 but the question is do you need that much mower? I am more confident with the purchase now. Main Street Mower 6.22K subscribers Comments 300 That Toro model is a higher class than the ZT Elite it is a $5,999 model vs the ZT - Elite at $4,999. Hi Glen, if stripes are your thing and it doesnt do the best for you Gravely does make a stripe kit for that deck (Ariens and Gravely are the same). The new governor system on it is a lot quicker to pick up under a heavy load and the engine does not bog down. The Kohler is the latest design and most fuel-efficient. Is it just a matter of finding which dealer is right for me? Finally, I am a little concerned that your local dealer cant get a CA compliant mower. I was thinking of the Toro Timecutter 75742. The Titan Max checked all of these boxes, reducing my mowing time by 30 minutes with an excellent cut and awesome warranty. Do you think using the deck for a step is acceptable? With occasionally pulling a small cart of wood/ mulch, should I go with the 2800 transaxle over the 2200 transaxle? Thank you for your input! No one else has this type of control because Country Clipper has the patent but its by far the best zero-turn steering on the market. Im not sure if Havener/Bradley would be buying decks and frames from Schiller/Bob Cat but Ill check next time I talk to them. Hi Paul you have a great site, easily the best reviews around! Going to demo the Walker very soon and if I can manage to escape the seduction, Ill head down the road and pick up the Clipper saving a few bucks. (Because of the way the Walker steers it does not need the heavy-duty transmissions) Believe it or not, I didnt have to replace the blade belt but about two years ago. The Titan Max replaces my 52" cut Grasshopper 718 that was starting to show it's age. Hi Frank, there is only one the Ryobi 38 inch rider. They are both great engines. A Walker mower has a lot less stress on the transmission than the mid-mount ZTRs. In this case, though the Kawasaki is a residential engine. Great website and I love how you respond to everyones questions cause I actually browsed all your comments to help with my search and narrowed down my choices. Why? Hows the hustler dash, toro timecutter, or the ryobi rider? Hi Daron, There is no difference in the mower just the service after the sale. Hi Tommy, My first choice for mowing one acre and pulling a cart is the 42 in. Have you done any testing with the Husqvarna or any other mower manufacturers? Troy-Bilt Zero-Turn Mower Review Inexpensive Quality ZTRs. Very long time a model would i need to get the Kubota and Hustler SD mulch well with the of... 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