Hi Wilson, Wow, what a wonderful list to work with! I really have to say if you dont buy from The Home Depot go to a dealer you trust in your area. I have two in mind. Its only $300 more than the MX5075 but you get a whole lot more mower. The John Deere 345r and the new Cub Cadet Ultima mowers are the best right now for bagging. I have 2 acres I mow Is this too much acreage for a mulch kit?i feel like Im shortening the life of the mower by stressing it. My first choice for slopes is the Ariens IKON XD 52. Watch this video: Paul hope all is well. Whats odd, the closest dealer that stocks the mower I want is 50 miles away. It cuts very well and its biggest feature for you is you can get an optional powered bagger. The deck also sits out front so you can trim under stuff and with the 48-inch deck, it will trim right around fence post and landscaping without leaving anything to trim. I understand your frustration with power sports engines. For that money is there a better brand i should consider that has serviceable parts like John Dear, Toro, or Husk? I really appreciate your website, your keen insights, and all your help. So at least Ive narrowed it down to 4 potential brands. Im not sure what Sears is up to so Im not recommending their mowers until I know where the company is headed. Owners never complain about grass build up under the deck. Kawasaki slowly increased the price but because of the brand acceptance the owners kept buying them. I know you said, walking is a pain but there is the Toro TimeMaster 30 in. But at the end of the day its irrelevant the Bradley looks more than durable enough on its own,. It is more on the lush side in the spring and fall. The usage will be 2-5 acres Texas Gulf Coast, mostly flat, no big slopes but some shallow ditches, some trees/obstacles, mostly turf grasses but with some rougher stuff. Im also very impressed with the Worx LANDROID L 20V (4.0AH) CORDLESS ROBOTIC LAWN MOWER W/ GPS. Super Lube 82016 Anti-Corrosion & Connector Gel, Translucent Amber Amazon 2 $599 USD Dreamscape PermLine Aluminum Landscape Edging - 15 Strips, 8ft Each (120 Ft Total) , Bronze Duraflex Professional Quality Landscaping Border, Aluminum Divider for Lawn, Garden, Flowerbed Amazon 3 $17 USD In other words, you will only get about 2-4 years out of it. Do you have an opinion on these two units or recommend a mother brand in the same price point? I prefer the 50 inch model because the deck sticks out the side farther which makes it easier to trim around stuff. Remove the deck belt (you may want to remove the deck) spin each blade. Have you done any testing with the Husqvarna or any other mower manufacturers? It has ZT3100 commercial trannys. 2. I also like one of my Ariens/Gravely dealers. Spec-wise they are almost identical. 4. Just the Toro has that extra feature. I also have balance challenges and some minor fine motor control issues (mild multiple sclerosis). https://www.homedepot.com/p/Toro-42-in-22-5-HP-TimeCutter-Commercial-V-Twin-Gas-Dual-Hydrostatic-Zero-Turn-Riding-Mower-with-Smart-Speed-75742/310836498 The deck sticks out farther to the left on this one and with the larger 20-inch rear tires its great for trimming. I do like the ZT1 by Cub Cadet as well and the Z335E by John Derek. If you let your lawn get over 10 inches you may have to go back over areas to get a clean cut. Do they really ride that much better? All the other lap bar ZTRS will struggle if they can mow it at all. Its worth a $1000 more because the frame, deck, and transmissions are all more heavy-duty than the Ultima Series and the Toro Timecutter. Even though the John Deere cuts very well I just have a problem with the price. I favored the Kohler, but I dont care for the black and yellow or the dune buggy look. Im cutting about 3 acres now thatll likely go up to around 10 acres as I help my father in law. Youll need to sharpen the blades twice a year and replace them every 2-3 years. Its good for up to 1/2 acre and 25 degree slopes. Im starting off this article with a list of my choice for the best zero-turn mowers for 2022. John Deere Z530M. Besides beast-like performance, you will like its ergonomic and compact design. If you go lap-bar I STRONGLY suggest that you demo it on your yard to see if the mower will hold on your slope. Hi Mark, Im not aware that Tractor Supply has a robotic mower. Hi Laurrelle, The Walker is one of the best for hills. Youll be able to mow your whole property in about four hours. What would you suggest? How does the Ikon xd 52 stripe. If you are mowing one acre and less properties the Walker will be faster overall. Thats very helpful. They both have the best cut. Ariens Apex (overkill) So let me go quickly through some of the options youve mentioned. Toro TimeCutter MX6050 60 in. Hi Kathy, You will be very happy with the Patriot. I dont have any issues with Hustler mowers. It gives you a much better experience if you ever have an issue with your mowers engine. Thanks again! Thank you so much Paul. Everyone really likes this mower. 1. Hi Paul, (Im assuming your lawn is rough). 679 cc Fuel Injected (EFI) V-Twin Engine Dual Hydro Gas ZeroTurn Riding Mower with Steering Wheel Control. The 52 Vanguard is $4800 at SLE, but it only gives you 4 more deck.. Why? Thanks. If you are going ANYWHERE near a ditch you need a 60 inch or larger ZTR and the angle should be less than 15 degrees. Would the HG-2800 hydros on the toro be any concern for longevity going up my hilly terrain. We do have wet grass often in the spring. Paul YouTube. Ill give you links at Amazon for two sizes. Mowers in the price range are built tough enough to handle a sapling or 2-inch stump without damage but again thats not what they are designed to do. When it died, I decided I didnt want to put more money into having an old mower refurbished. 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. Hi Dick, The Toro TimeCutter and Cub Cadet XT1 will give you about the same life expectancy as your old Toro. Anything you can tell me will be greatly appreciated. Yes, they look cool but if you put one next to a comparable commercial mower (Toro, Exmark, Scag, etc) you will find cheaper parts in the Spartan. My five is in engine, transmutation and durability with Max cut height in mind. I like them both and cant decide which would be best for me. (Im in Arkansas, and I think the closest place for Toro service is 50 miles away.) -I have a Ferris IS3200 mower with wide cut. This 54-inch zero-turn has a 26-horsepower Kohler engine with the Pro Air Cleaner and uses HG-2800 with charge pumps. Cub Cadet ZTS (steering wheel ZTR) 50 inch and larger can handle 20-degree slopes because the front steering wheels help to hold the mower on the slope. I meant the Z355E 48, not 335. Cub Cadet Ultima ZTX Zero-Turn Mowers Better, Bigger, Badder! They are called the ZT XL and ZT HD. Best for 1/4 to 3/4 acre. After diving deeply into the specs of both residential and commercial mowers, the Toro Titan Zero is my top pick. 2. (Home Depot Link) this mower mows well and will handle the ditch. The back third is one long, flat, but fairly steep hillside, with a uniform slope at around 14-15 degrees, with one small section or dip that reaches 20 degrees. It makes the mower capable of avoiding cold start wear. Im pretty sure Ive narrowed down the candidates to the Toro SS 4225, the Deere Z335M, or Deere Z345M/R (unless you recommend something else), but Im not super pumped about the Briggs engines in each of them. Not so much focused on comfort. Thanks for all you do ! I have a .5 acre yard planted with centipede grass with a drainage ditch along the road frontage. Im looking at the 42 inch airlines ikon x and the hustler raptor. Guys who blow them up try to mow hills over 15 degrees, overheat them by not cleaning the fins once in a while, dont change the oil and air cleaner regularly. I own a summer camp with 3 large sport fields. Easy-to-operate controls. The Ariens IKON XL and Gravely ZTXL (Same machine) are good choices. I do not need to tow anything. I always leave my decks at the mowing height. The Kohler is the latest design and most fuel-efficient. Want the best bang for the buck, if I am going to spend 12 to 17 grand for a mower. Would this be enough to see a difference? Hi Ryan, Id stay with the Deere. Yes, I like the Ariens but if you put the Ariens and Country Clipper side-by-side youll go with the Clipper. I love the battery idea, just wondering about battery life. (I grew up with International Harvester tractors so the Reb/Black paint scheme appeals to me too!). It appears Cud Cadet has tried to up their game with the big boys. Others buy or lease a new machine every two-four years and then do nothing to it. It was the kubota z421kw (54/60 inch) with the kawasaki engines. The Kawasaki option does not seem to be available unless I want to order through a big box store. Hi Adam, The Apex is comparable to the Cub Cadet Z-Force in price and features. lol I was originally thinking the Toro 75742 or cubcadet ULTIMA ZT1-42 solely based on customer reviews and price but now Im wondering if I should spend the extra to get the Toro 75755 due to the MyRide. 24 hp jaw. I had no idea where to start looking, but thanks to you Im on top of it now. There is a huge selection to pick from including Cub Cadet ZT2, Toro, Ariens etc. Personally, Id go with a little heavier machine. Ive been looking at the Ariens Ikon XD 42 which seems well reviewed. Also I wonder if they all have 2200 axles, I thought I read that the toro had 2800s. Hello Paul! The Kawasaki has the best fan club. It will last for you if you do two things. 2. Trust me all the compacts will slide into the ditch and most likely turn over. The MX series is in between the TimeCutter and the Timecutter HD. I didnt leave the Cub Cadet/Toro dealer feeling very confident as they didnt seem overly confident in their product and also having difficulty getting parts/units in because of the pandemic. The mower will be used for residential 5 plus acres. Flat-out, straight-line mowing its faster than the Walker. Remember the 2018 will have the full warranty the used 2016 will not have the same warranty, if any. The smaller deck may let you trim more areas of your woods also. But I do know the mother of one of the Cub Cadet higher up personnel that could probably run interference for me on warranty repairs if need be. Appreciate it. -Its very easy to tip up the deck, remove the mulch kit and then use the Accelerator side mount grass catcher if needed. Pretty set on a Kaw engine. In my opinion, it will be faster than a DR leaf vac plus you dont have to mess with that extra engine I couldnt be happier and you gave me some good advice last year, so thanks for that. I really appreciate your help. Hi Thomas, The Big Dog Alpha is a Hustler Raptor painted red. I primarily side discharge the clippings during the summer months but do mulch all of my leaves in the fall. About half the lot is sloped from 11 13.7 degrees (measured with angle finder phone app calibrated with a level). Hi Robert, On paper, the Liberty Z meets all the criteria for a good $4500 ZTR. If you feel there is an different product that would better fit my needs then Id love to hear from you! When we need parts and service, I imagine we may end up going to Tractor Supply well see. Worldlawn 52 diamondback 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 think i would prefer to keep it under 48 inches as well. Not because of serviceability but most of the other brands mow a lot better. Am I right Im thinking that the Toro MX5000 has the Hydro Gear 2800 and the Ariens Ikon X has the smaller Hydro Gear 2200? Edge, I like the Kohler. Who Makes The Best Lawn Tractor or Zero Turn For You? Exmark, Hustler, John Deere and Toro all make standon ZTRs. The Toro has the Smartspeed and is great for trimming, hauling, and learning how to drive the mower. Its 25% more fuel-efficient and responds to heavy grass a lot faster than the carbd engines. If you try to pull too much the transmissions can overheat and if you do it often enough they will fail. Check it out here: Ariens Ikon 42. The dealer will do the tuneup and make sure everything is working perfectly. 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