Mowing Down the Line

LC/DBM HorsePower - April 2013
For your maintenance jobs, there's many different ways to cut grass. You can use attachments on skid loaders, or use ride-on, reel, zero-turn or even robot-controlled mowers. Pick what's best for your business. For your convenience, these mowers have been arranged by price.

Kut Kwick
Model No.: SSM38-72D
Engine: Yanmar Diesel Turbo
Horsepower: 38
Deck: 72"
Speed: 8mph
Accessories: Canopy, gauge package, light kits.
Special Features: Capable of mowing slopes up to 40 degrees.
Warranty: 1 year machine, 2 years engine
Cost: $56,774

Lastec
Model No.: 4520ZSR
Engine: Kubota turbo charged diesel
Horsepower: 45
Deck: Five articulating 25" decks, total 120" cutting width
Speed: Up to 9 mph
Accessories: California cab, all weather package, golf package.
Special Features: Steering wheel control, zero turn radius maneuverability, and 4 wheel turning for turf-tear reduction.
Warranty: 2 years parts, 1 year labor
Cost: $55,988

Hustler Turf Equipment
Model No.: Super 104
Engine: Kawasaki FX 1000
Horsepower: 35
Deck: 104"
Speed: 11mph
Accessories: Mulch kit, anti-scalp kit, light kit, steering lever extension kit.
Special Features: Wide area of cut, HyperDrive(TM) hydro system - industrial pumps and motors, simple design, SmoothTrak(R) steering.
Warranty: Limited 2 years no hour limit; 5 years/500 hours limited
Cost: $28,400

BigDog
Model No.: X Diablo
Engine: Kawasaki FX 1000
Horsepower: 35
Deck: 60"
Speed: 14mph
Accessories: Bac-Vac, mulch kit, steering extensions, flex forks, light kit, no-flat caster tires, suspension kit, gator blades, wavy blades, hitch kit, rear anti-scalp wheels.
Special Features: Welded steel decks. Not Stamped; proven separate pumps and motors ; heavy-duty air cleaner for increased engine protection; optimal center of gravity for improved stability.
Warranty: 4 years/500 hours limited commercial
Cost: $11,339

Tiger Corp.
Model No.: TG3073
Engine: Kohler Command Pro
Horsepower: 30
Deck: 73"
Speed: 14mph
Accessories: Canopy, striping kit, up-lift knives, work llights.
Special Features: Power deck lift, dual pump and wheel motors.
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: $11,250

Wright Manufacturing
Model No.: Stander ZK
Engine: Kawasaki
Horsepower: 25.5 & 27
Deck: 52" & 61"
Speed: 13.5mph
Accessories: Jumbo Grass Gobbler (grass catcher).
Special Features: Low center of gravity and large wheels for hillside stability; short overall length for greater maneuverability.
Warranty:2 year limited warranty
Cost:$10,809 to $11,309

Land Pride
Model No.: ZT360
Engine: Kawasaki air-cooled, with commercial filter
Horsepower: 27
Deck: 60"
Speed: 10mph
Accessories: Optional mulching blades and baffle kits; optional light kit.
Special Features: Lockable floating front axle provides smoother ride, more uniform cut and optimal traction capability. Telecaster(R) front fork suspension allows the wheel forks to absorb the rough terrain, allowing deck to continue to cut even, and gives you more comfortable ride.
Warranty: 3 years/750 hours limited warranty
Cost: $9,812

Dixie Chopper
Model No.: 2960EFI Silver Eagle
Engine: Kohler EFI (electronic fuel injected)
Horsepower: 29
Dex: 60"
Speed: 5.3 acres per hour
Accessories: XT3 collection system, snow blade, suspension seat, springer forks, electric deck lift system, magic mulcher, rear hitch, run-flat tires.
Special Features: Electronic fuel injection, X-Blade technology, patented Operator Controlled Discharge Chute system, stainless steel body.
Warranty: 5 years limited
Cost: $9,599

Walker Manufacturing
Model No.: MBK23
Engine: Kohler OHV V-Twin
Horsepower: 23
Deck: 36" to 56"
Speed: 8mph
Accessories: 47" dozer blade, 36" snowblower
Special Features: EFI (electronic fuel injected) engine saves 30 percent in fuel costs over competitive engines - almost $800 per year for commercial operators.
Warranty: 3 years on engine and drive system and 1 year on remaining parts of tractor
Cost: Approximately $9,200 (depending on deck size)

Gravely
Model No.: 994112
Engine: Kawasaki FX691 V-Twin
Horsepower: 22
Deck: 52"
Speed: 9mph
Accessories: Mulch kit, operator-controlled discharge baffle, grass catcher attachment kit
Special Features: Dial-adjust height-of-cut, dual deck lift controls, flip-up suspension platform.
Warranty: 2 years
Cost: $8,399

The Grasshopper Company
Model No.: 126V-52
Engine: Briggs & Stratton commercial turf
Horsepower: 26
Deck: 52" wide, 5.5" deep DuraMax®
Speed: 8mph
Accessories: PowerVac(TM) collection system, mulching package, work light kit, bar tread tires, Edge-EZE(TM) edger attachment.
Special Features: Fully hydraulic, integrated Parker HT Series transmission; 300-hour transmission fluid change interval; Cordura(R)-covered, padded seat and armrests; large turf-style drive tires and front caster wheels
Warranty: 2 years/800 hours commercial, 3 years engine manufacturer
Cost: $6,625

Havener Enterprises
Model No.: Bradley Stand-On Zero Turn Mower
Engine: Kawasaki
Horsepower: 18
Deck: 48"
Speed: 6mph
Accessories: Mulch kit, grass catcher.
Special Features: Removable standing platform easily converts to walk behind, hydro-gear drive system.
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: $4,399

Reel Mowers, Etc.
Model No.: Mascot F-5-92
Deck: Five gang reels - 92" wide cut
Speed: 10mph
Accessories: Optional sharpening kits - sold separately.
Special Features: Mowing height adjustable from approximately one to three inches, 92 inch cut, pull with a 12-15 HP tractor, ATV or other vehicle.
Warranty: 5 years
Cost: $3,090

Billy Goat Industries
Model No.: HP3400
Engine: Briggs & Stratton
Horsepower: 10.5
Deck: 34"
Speed: 3mph
Accessories: Grass catcher: PN 521401, mulch kit: PN 521400.
Special Features: Baffled 2-blade deck, space saving, ease of service, simple height adjust.
Warranty: 90 days commercial
Cost: $1,650

Masport
Model No.: Olympic 660
Engine: Honda GX-160
Horsepower: 5.5
Deck: Steel
Speed: Variable
Accessories: Steel collection basket standard
Special Features: Reel mower for precision cutting
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: $1,650

Eastman Industries
Model No.: SPX21 (Zone, BBC or Push)
Engine: Kawasaki
Horsepower: 6
Deck: Cast aluminum with edge guards
Speed: 4.1mph
Accessories: Optional mulch plug.
Special Features: Rear axle hub fitted with grease-able bearings. Extreme duty height adjusters- interchangeable; 9" wheels, replaceable rubber tires.
Warranty: 1 year commercial, 3 years engine
Cost: $899 to $1099

Seago International
Model No.: M800ST SP
Engine: Briggs and Stratton, 190cc 675 Series
Horsepower: 6
Deck: 21"
Speed: 3.4mph
Accessories: Aero catcher bag and mulch plug included.
Special Features: Single handle height of cut adjustment, self-propelled, 3-in-1 (rear bag, mulch, side discharge).
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: $550

Husqvarna
Model No.: HU800AWD
Engine: Honda(R) GCV 190cc
Horsepower: 4.6mph
Deck: 22"
Speed: 3 mph
Accessories: Premium comfort grip control bail and variable drive speed the operator is able to mow more comfortably and adjust the mowing speed according to the needs and condition of the lawn. Premium wheels with new rugged tread tires provide excellent traction without tearing the grass.
Special Features: All-wheel drive which provides users with balance and power to all four wheels in hilly, uneven terrain and other tough mowing conditions. A 3-in-1 cutting system allowing it to bag, mulch and side discharge, as well as a side bumper that doubles as a grass rake to pull in the grass for a clean trim.
Warranty: 3 years
Cost: $499.95