Since our current mower is 46 inch deck we would like a slightly larger deck, I think we are leaning towards the 52 inch deck size. 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. Both mowers are good residential machines but I will have to say the Bobcat is a little more heavy-duty and it also will ride over rougher lawns better. (Its been flawless) It also has a fabricated 42-inch deck. Hi Jeffery, No, I havent been paying attention but: Go to ariens.com and sign up for the newsletter. Yes, The Boulevard is a great choice and I have no issues suggesting that it is the best choice especially since you have a local dealer. Go visit them and see which dealers you like. The IKON XL is actually the toughest mower of the three. The Toro residential lineup of zero-turn mowers are available through Tractor Supply Company, Toro's trusted network of independent dealers and at The Home Depot. I am leaning towards the Ryobi, but there isnt much online about it besides the HD and the manufacturers site. My first choice is the Toro Model 75742. They also have the traction to get up that slope. There are Exmark, Hustler, John Deere and Toro dealers near me. The orange AUTOMOWER Model 535 AWD 967 85 34-66 is their commercial version. Even the engines are the same. The second choice is the Toro Titan with MyRide. The Toro is the highest-rated. Much appreciate the insight. 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. Any advice would be appreciated. So if you are nervous about the Briggs Intek in the John Deere lets focus on two Toro mowers. The small front casters will make it ride rougher than many of the other mowers in that price range. It delighted may users with its powerful and reliable Briggs engine which allowed it to outperform other mowers in its price range and deliver commercial-grade cutting power and speed. After diving deeply into the specs of both residential and commercial mowers, the Toro Titan Zero is my top pick. Good to know that their ZTRs dont have the issue. Be aware ZTRs even the ones in this price range are lawn mowers. The deck sticks out farther to the left on this one and with the larger 20-inch rear tires its great for trimming. Messages. Its as heavy-duty as many of the commercial machines. Wanted to get your thoughts on both. Its a nice mower but I have been having issues with cut quality. Thank you sir, the 75746 it is!! It uses the same commercial deck they use on all the other models. But he also has the commercial Toro. I appreciate any suggestions that you can offer. 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. That said, I dont recommend it for rough bumpy lawns and especially not areas like your 1 1/2 acres that you dont mow every week. 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.. It will do the job for you. Who knows? That mower should be in the $2700 range and the fact you have to spend an EXTRA $160 for a hitch is ridiculous. Im not sure on that. It will easily last you 10 years or more. Learn more in our Kubota vs. Bad Boy zero-turn mower comparison. I rate products differently than most sites. And the seat doesnt adjust as easily as the seat on the Deere, and well likely have different size operators rather frequently. Im leaning towards a 42 inch deck for either mower I choose. 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. The Z335 48 is the only ZTR I know of with 13 front / 20 rear tires under $3000, so it has me smitten. 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. I am considering the Ariens Apex or a Bad boy MZ MAGNUM both based on price point and features. The second contractor uses a Walker mower. 5. 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. Its a good mower for your 3 acres and will last a long time. The Ryobi is holding up well and the owners like it a lot. 2. It mows very well and is the right size for one acre. He mentioned and agreed but also suggested that the Cub and Toro will tow the same. I managed to ride it up and down the hillside a couple of times before it died on me. I really feel you are paying extra for the green paint compared to the Toro or even the Cub Cadet. Hi Rob, Yes, there is a substantial difference between the Timecutter and HD models. 24.5 HP TimeCutter IronForged Deck Commercial V-Twin Gas Dual Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Riding Mower, Toro TITAN 54 in. Personally, Id go with the 48 inch but the 54 and 60 inch models will get you done faster. TodaysMower.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, and we get a commission on purchases made through our links to Amazon. The Vanguard is B&S true commercial engine. (I live in central Ohio). , DO not know enough about the hydraulic drive motors to know what is the best of the HD motors. The easiest way to explain the cost difference is: If the Cub Cadet Ultima lasts 5 years without any major issues mowing 10 acres the Toro will go 7 years and the Ariens 10 years. I will have to think hard about the collection aspect I am seeking. Ariens Edge 42. Hi Paul, 3. Was more of a general question. You will like it. Its a much lighter weight mower than the Toro or Cub Cadet. I had a guy come in and clear the wooded area, as it was heavily overgrown. Hi Tommy, The 2200 is not as weak as everyone wants you to believe. I actually think hes wrong, Husqvarna has been building out the Jonsered name to include more items every year. Fab 22.5 HP V-Twin Gas Zero-Turn Riding Mower with Smart Speed, Agri-Fab 44 in. Buy Toro 60 in. My craftsman mower that recently died on me did a far superior job with the mulching. Yes, Husqvarna does have two new models that will handle hills. It is a nice machine. Hi I was wondering what you thought about the new Riding ego zero turn 360 mower battery one Im looking at getting that maybe at the end of the year or next year Right now its a low too expensive for my taste. The Toro is harder to work on. The Toro has the option MyRide suspension that really smooths out the bumps. Do you need it for mowing 2.5-3 acres of lawn every week? I actually would prefer the Exmark or Toro. (cost divided by the years of use) 2-3 years for the lawn tractor, 3-5 years for the Jonsered zero-turn and 10 years for the Ultima. Paul, this almost seems like destiny. I would like a bigger deck, at least a 54inch so I can be donestyle points on grass not important. When not in use, should the deck be kept at a specific height (all the way up or down)? 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? The Ikon XLs blades will last 3-5 years or longer and youll only need to sharpen them once a year. Mowing about 1.2 acres. . Thought kubota z421kw was nice. Use the cart alot in the summer it seems to move alot. Do you know of any difference between the ones you get from the dealer and the big box stores? Hi Anthony, Serviceable transmissions are something the internet wants but in reality, these transmissions hold up well. Stamped Decks Inexpensive Mow well, bag well, and are great for smooth lawns. Personally, I use Mobil One in all my engines and Ive never had an engine failure on any of my gas powered equipment, cars or trucks. Love your site. They are expensive and Im not sure if the listed price includes installation. They still convince municipalities to purchase them but the municipalities quickly realize the ZTRs are better for the type of mowing they do. Both Gravely and Toro will be around for parts and service for years to come. ), since Im hoping to do a bunch of that myself. My question is are the Ferris mowers worth it compared to some of these on your list? This will be fairly detailed, since I read in another comment that details help you. Ill make a small commission from the sale. What model should i be looking at for a rough and hilly yard? It costs more than the Raptor because it has a few extra features like arm rests. I got 1/3 acre to mow with not much obstacles in the way (4 trees). Do you think using the deck for a step is acceptable? They own the Huskee brand name. I would greatly appreciate your advice regarding the best mower for my needs. Pages - Toro Product Details Gift Ideas Fall Clean Up Snow Blowers Zero Turn Mowers Lawn Mowers 60V Flex-Force Tools Trimmers Blowers/Vacs PUC Hour Meter Debris Management Garden Equipment Chainsaws DIY Irrigation Other Toro Items Bundles & Kits This product cannot be found. Considering the lack of step and handrail, would the Boulevard still be your first choice for me? Z-BEAST 62 25 HP Briggs & Stratton Zero Turn Mower (62ZB Yellow) Ariens Edge 42 Seems like Im hung up on Toro because of the Ex-mark connection. Their quality is what you expect. The Cub Cadet is the hottest probably because he gets a little more profit so he pushes the sale a little harder Do you recommend replacing blades annually? I couldnt be happier and you gave me some good advice last year, so thanks for that. I used to cut it with a Bobcat 48 W/B but would like a rider now. The Gravely ZT HD is the same mower as the Apex. Hows the hustler dash, toro timecutter, or the ryobi rider? Hi Larry, I like the Ariens XD if your lawn is fairly flat and youre mowing 3 acres or so. Hi Paul, I have 1 acre of land, flat, with fenced backyard and trees on the side in the front yard. I appreciate your suggestion, and I am going to check out the Gravely ZTRs this week, at my local dealer. They revised it and its now called the EDGE. Its Ariens Decision not Home Depots. The two best are Stihl and Husqvarna for the U.S. market. Both are good engines. I like them both and cant decide which would be best for me. It has a normal seat but with the large front and rear tires, it really rides well. They dont have many dealers but if you order from them they will always take care of you if you ever have a problem with their products. Looking for a new zero turn 54 and under $3500 and under from Lowes. Again, I suggest mowing at 4 inches and then mow in the late afternoon. The hauler is rated to carry up to 1,000 pounds. In your case I suggest the Gravely. Its worth the extra $400 over the Toro has better transmissions than the Toro and cuts as well as the Ariens. It appears Cud Cadet has tried to up their game with the big boys. In all honestly, there are so many different brands, it can be a challenge to keep track of them all. Hi James, I made a comparison list of the two here: Product comparison. Theyve always made the best commercial mowers. What are your suggestions for my yard .35 acres, flat land, no trees in the back but I do have 3 in the front and on the side. Looking for a workhorse that will last, not difficult to maintain, power through high grass, good cut and smooth ride. My understanding is he was originally a part owner in Bad Boy mowers he didnt like the direction Bad Boy was heading so he started his own brand of ZTRs. Ive been hearing good things about the g5 gator blades but havent found a fit for the new ultima models. 25 cu. You helped me purchase my last mower which was a 46 Craftsman Pro and it worked out great for our needs at our last home (hills/very few trees). Paul, I purchased a 2018 Gravely ZTHD52 last spring. It has a very small, cheap engine. I would like something in the 48 inch to 52 inch cut range. There are two models that are within your budget. SKU. The most important thing to me besides the bagger is reliability. I was thinking of the Toro Timecutter 75742. The JD dealers seems good and I looked at the Z700 series. I reached out to you before on some suggestions. Both have an excellent reputation. They are both great engines. Based on my reading here (and other online platforms), Im pretty much in line with everyone elsereliability, durability, maintainability, reasonable cut (dont need golf course perfection! The Toro engine is not as well-known as the Kawasaki FR but has better reliability. Whats odd, the closest dealer that stocks the mower I want is 50 miles away. It has smooth-running V-Twin and bags well. They have not been around long enough to know for sure. Walker will gladly come out and demo one on your property. I visited the nearest Jonsered dealer today, and he said that Husqvarna has bought up several brand names and hasnt figured out how to deploy them in the marketplace. Bigger wheels- 22 inches in rear, 12 in front. If you really want a Toro it would be the Toro Titan Model 75310. The Costco units. The grasshopper has a hydraulic deck lift and a few others have electric. I also like one of my Ariens/Gravely dealers. 6. 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