The 2016 is $900 cheaper, and I would ordinarily be tempted, but it looks a little rough, including some tears in the seat. The cut of my cub cadet is pretty good so I assume the ultima would be as well. I would prefer one with mulching capacity that doesnt bog down, create mohawks, or leave grass clumps on my lawn or, worse, my sidewalk and driveway. Id like to stay cost conscious but I am willing to pay more for an exquisite end result. We are finally in the position to invest in a new mower and we are considering the 2020 Husqvarna Power Zero Turn Mowers Commercial M-ZT61 Kawasaki (967 17 70-08), $7,000. p.s. I have two in mind. It has a built-in oil filtration system and a changeable air filter to keep the dust, debris, and other pollutants away from oil and engine. The Ariens IKON XL is one of the best at cutting taller grass. Paul If I went with the Toro, I would probably purchase it from Home Depot online. Now, if you have no one around when you are mowing and have strict instructions with all the kids and adults in your neighborhood not to come on your yard when you are mowing you may try lifting the side discharge chute high enough so the grass clippings spread evenly. Appreciate your passion and what you do for the common folks on here. Thanks. Hi Larry, There is nothing wrong with the Toro or ExMark except the sales didnt meet Toros expectations. Speed is nice, but the landscape will keep me moving slow to stay in the seat. John deere Z540M with the Kawasaki engine 48 While the ZT2 would last much longer, my boss decided to go with the Jonsered tractor and its Costco guarantee even though Costco does not guarantee any product past the manufacturers warranty. Hi Ryan, My first concern is service and parts availability. The most important thing to me besides the bagger is reliability. Price-wise the Gravely is more but you get proportionately more. The seat is thick, padded and has springs to help the ride. Out of the apex and mz61 which one would have the overall better quality and longevity and have the best cut quality. Thank you very much, I appreciate your input. Hi Daron, There is no difference in the mower just the service after the sale. Hi Paul, Ryobi 75AH Less maintenance for upkeeping but couldnt find anything along with reliability, cut/bag/mulch, and they only sale at home depot (heard you should stay clear from big box stores for equipment). Bottom line is how your gut feels about spending the extra dollars. Bradley is a small Midwest company thats been around for years. The Intek is the standard Briggs engine and is found in lawn tractors under $2000 and ZTRs under $3000. We are looking for something with good construction and good cut with reasonable price point. It has Toros great V-twin engine. 26 HP Titan MAX IronForged Deck Commercial V-Twin Gas Dual Hydrostatic Zero Turn Riding Mower at Tractor Supply Co. Great Customer Service. Really appreciate the breakdown there! The Kohler 7000 is an extended life engine. Great point about the extra torque for hills. Just the Toro has that extra feature. Hi Dave, Everyone is very satisfied with the Toro/Exmark engine. John Deere Z345R Yard is pretty flat with a little slope to get down to that wooded area.. but i also want to ask u if its safe for the mower to cut back in that stuff. The Cub Cadet is the hottest probably because he gets a little more profit so he pushes the sale a little harder The Ariens IKON XL 42 comes to mind. Also I wonder if they all have 2200 axles, I thought I read that the toro had 2800s. How do you feel about the Bradley and the way I am leaning? The Toro is the highest-rated. The B&S Vanguard engine option is about $450 more than the B&S Commercial Turf. Being disabled money isnt coming in like it used to be but my back is very sensitive so wondering if it is worth the extra cash? Z700 SERIES. You and Consumer Reports make me think the Toro MX5075 would be great. John Will look to get something off the website too to help you!! Even the engines are the same. I also have a tow behind cart I use for hauling dirt, rock and mulch. Do you have an opinion on these two units or recommend a mother brand in the same price point? By Paul Sikkema. Hi Joe, that would be the Ariens IKON XD 52. The deck couldnt handle the bumpy ground. You can get different variations of each mower, but both machines weigh in between 862 and 925 lbs. Its a very tough mower and with the suspension seat you can mow up to 10 acres a lot faster than the three you mentioned. Bookmark the permalink . When the mower is out of service, should the deck be at a specific height, like all the way up or all the way down? 2. Any advise would be great. Ive heard good and bad things about both brands. That said, for 2 acres the Toro TimeCutter MX5075 with MyRIDE Suspension is a good choice. Remember the 2018 will have the full warranty the used 2016 will not have the same warranty, if any. 10 gauge decks. For that money is there a better brand i should consider that has serviceable parts like John Dear, Toro, or Husk? Others suggest Hustler, Bad Boy, and Husqvarna. Gravely ZT HD. I do have a fence, trees and a few other yard obstacles. I was set on Scag, but now I think if I go with Scag, it should be the Patroit. HD is about 200 cheaper right now. For example, I like my local Toro Dealer a lot. Country Clipper Boulevard (deck tilt) About Paul Sikkema Lawn/Garden Tractor. It also has the heavy-duty ZT2800 transmissions. Will the toro be underpowered? In general, stamped decks cut better fabricated decks are tougher and handle more abuse. Appears to be a heavy duty estate class machine, has 2800 hydros, Kohler 7000 engine, and even larger tires. Deck Vibration: Its very common that a mower deck will have a harmonic vibration at certain RPMs. 4. So inclined to think the Cub might be better overall for towing. A 900-hour machine is ripe for $300-$1500 of minor repairs. (here is the link) I dont know if you are familiar with the brand but its been around for over 35 years and is primarily sold to rural property owners just like yours. Many thanks to you and for your website! Decent engine, decent transmissions and built well. Which One Is Best For You? In your case I suggest the Gravely. 600 hours later the Honda v-twin 20hp had a $700 hickup and then 6 months later one of the Hydrogears self destructed and apparently Hydrogear no longer makes a replacement so off to the scrap yard. The second brand is Country Clipper. 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 too am a stand-on guy so I really like your list. Hi Steve, Please ask the Home Depot store manager. Hi iamdgw, The Titan does not have the Smart Speed. Without concern about the leaf vac, I was looking at the Cub Cadet ZT2 54-inch or the Toro TimeCutter 54-inch (75754) I judge those to be about the equivalent. Thank you! The Tractor itself is good but they put a cheap Briggs Intek motor in it. SKU. 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. Have someone engage the deck and watch the belt, idler bracket, spring, and each pulley. I am strongly leaning toward a DR Leaf and Lawn vac for fall and spring clean up and am concerned with weight of that being pulled by the mower. We can get the veterans discount at Lowes and Home Depot. I like them both and cant decide which would be best for me. Jonsered, Poulan Pro, and Husqvarna residential zero-turns are basically all the same. When you increase the rpms to mowing speed the vibration goes away. You dont need the armrests because of the way you drive the Walker. He mentioned and agreed but also suggested that the Cub and Toro will tow the same. 7. In other words, you will only get about 2-4 years out of it. Hi Paul, really enjoyed reading the article and comments I feel so much more informed now. There are a several dealers not too far from my location near AA so I will go and see what they are like. It has a normal seat but with the large front and rear tires, it really rides well. Also, do you know anything about the toro engine compared to the Kawasaki. Hi Deb, A year ago Bobcat the skid loader company purchased Bob-Cat mowers from Schuler Industries. Hi Paul, A 50-52 inch mower has a wider stance so youll feel more comfortable on your slope. That stuff is not covered by Costcos guarantee. 1. Youll be able to mow your whole property in about four hours. It will handle the Cyclone Rake Z-10. The next most important factor is a comfortable ride as my yard, although flat, can be a bit bumpy. The Kawasaki has the best fan club. 7. So I spent about $450 at local dealership to replace drive belt, tune up, etc. So thanks for providing that information. Unless you have a dependable, local dealer, Id stay away from it. Im not sure if he does anything different with the Scag. Ill look then up. My ground is uneven in places, due to settling. Appreciate the input. It is easy to understand and I can see youve done your homework. Its the 48 inch Bradley Stand-On. The last option Ive thought about is to use a robotic mower for the back hill, and go with a lower priced mower for the flat part. Q: What are your thoughts about transmissions with and without charge pumps? Hi JD, You will be a lot happier with the cut of the Toro than the Simplicity. Titan IronForged Deck 24.5 HP Commercial V-Twin Gas Dual Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Riding Mower with MyRIDE, Cub Cadet Ultima ZT3 60 in. I have been trying to decide on a new mower. Paul a number of years ago I purchased a Craftsman 42 inch mower (T2200) that you recommended. You are getting twice the mower, as Paul mentioned. Love the tire size for stability, traction, and to ease the bumps. Most cost $8000 and up. Evaluating the following ZTRs: Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50. I usually go out and mow them as they fall (every 4 or 5 days) and then use the sweeper to clean up the fine leaf clippings once or twice. Just tell your friends about Todaysmower.com and MovingSnow.com. These have the better tranny with the ZT-3100 but I feel like I read on your site that for towing a leaf vac maybe even more would be required? When I first bought the property, the previous owner left me an old (and basic) Craftsman riding mower, which he had used for mowing. It will give you 2 3 x the life with less breakdowns and problems. The Frames are different so the Deere looks lighter because it uses smaller tubing. I just want to make the best choice I am not stuck on any one brand. I live in south Alabama and have some pretty tough grass/weeds. The hillside is mostly tall fescue with some clover and ground ivy. But at the end of the day its irrelevant the Bradley looks more than durable enough on its own,. If you have a problem they take care of it or get you to a local dealer for the repairs. If there is a grinding noise or when you spin the blade it does not feel perfectly smooth replace that spindle. The only maintenance is sharpening or changing the blade once a year. Watch this video: Paul hope all is well. That said. Can you tell if your local Home Depot uses an authorized John Dear or Toro dealer for assembly, setup, delivery for their ZTs? I dont recommend lawn tractors for slopes over 15 degrees. It is a mid-line ZTR in the Deere lineup and it will last you a long time. I only mulch, and as often the case in the NW , the grass here is damp. Robotic Mowers. Hi iamdgw, My first choice is the Gravely/Ariens ZT-HD/APEX. I can get 10% off at HD or Lowes so I plan to buy from one of them unless I find other deals I cant pass up. If Im creeping up toward 6K, is there any other brands that I should be looking at or are the specs all going to be about the same? TayMac MM410C Single Horizontal/Vertical Mount 1-Gang Weatherproof In-Use Electrical Outlet Cover for Home Improvement, 2.75 in, Clear. There should be almost no sound. Thanks, It will ruin your engine! Which one is quieter? The SS4225 is a good ZTR with Toros good single cylinder engine. Could you narrow it down to 2 Hi Jim, Most homeowners usually buy Mid-April through June so thats when youll see any sales or price drops for the residential machines. Edge, I like the Kohler. heavier deck, and stronger transmissions. price is less of a concern for me than performance. I wanted to have beefier Transaxles. Oct 2, 2019 / Bad Boy ZT Elite vs Maverick #3 mower king said: The ZT Elite was our #1 seller in Bad Boys until the Mavericks came out..
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