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THE ZERO-TURN MOWER WITH ZERO COMPROMISES ON QUALITY OR PERFORMANCE.

This is the mower that just begs to be compared to every other model out there. The same commercial quality construction from our professional line of mowers is at the core of this zero-turn marvel. 1/2" steel front forks, 2" x 2" tubular steel framing and 7-gauge solid steel deck powered by high-horsepower engines usually reserved for commercial models, the numbers all add up to the best value in a residential mower ANYWHERE. Featuring auto-neutral handles, electric deck height and electric blade start, it’s a commercial quality mower in an easy-to-use, homeowner-focused Bad Boy orange package.

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Prices Start At
$4,499

Subject to change. Financing, destination and setup charges not incluaded.

Model	Engine	Deck	Fuel Tank	Speed
5000 ZT	27HP Briggs Pro Series	50"	11 Gallon	Up to 7 mph
5000 ZT	27hp Kohler	50"	11 Gallon	Up to 7 mph
6000 ZT	27hp Kohler	60"	11 Gallon	Up to 7 mph
5000 ZT	FR 726cc Kawasaki	50"	11 Gallon	Up to 7 mph
6000 ZT	FR 726cc Kawasaki	60"	11 Gallons	Up to 7 mph

Deep down, aren’t we all professionals?

There’s just no getting around it, the ZT challenged the entire industry on strength, power and price. Was it built for pros or homeowners? Was it priced for small lawn care companies or folks with a little bigger yard they wanted mowed considerably faster? The answer — of course — is yes.

Superior Spindles.

This is what separates the men from the boys. Our self-lubricating, completely sealed commercial-grade spindles are the best in the business.

The Guts To Go.

With virtually all mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems accessible with a flip of the seat, the ZT is as easy to maintain as it is to operate.

Easy Operation.

Packed with features usually found on mowers twice as expensive — such as electric blade start and electric adjustable deck height — and all right at your fingertips.

3100 Hydro-Gear® Drive System.

Our ZT drive system features a 10cc Hydro-Gear® pump and all-steel gearing with heavy-duty steel bearings with easily serviceable and replaceable filters, hydraulic fluid reservoir, and heavy-duty construction. Built to last a lifetime of residential use, it’s the quiet, smooth secret at the core of our ZT’s success!

Specifications

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	27 HP Kohler	FS726cc kawasaki
Cutting Width	5000/50"; 6000/60";	5000/50"; 6000/60"
Cutting Height	1.5"–5" with Deck Height Control System	1.5"–5" with Deck Height Control System
Blades	5000/1/4" x 2 1/2" x 16 1/2", High Lift, Heat Treated 6000/1/4" x 2 1/2" x 20 1/2", High Lift, Heat Treated	5000/1/4" x 2 1/2" x 16 1/2", High Lift, Heat Treated 6000/1/4" x 2 1/2" x 20 1/2", High Lift, Heat Treated
Lift and Height Adjustment	Instant Lift Electronic Actuator	Instant Lift Electronic Actuator
Blade Belt	Single V-Belt Spring Tension	Single V-Belt Spring Tension
Anti-Scalp Rollers	5000/4 Total (2 On Front, 2 In Rear) /6000/6 Total (4 Front, 2 Rear)	5000/4 Total (2 On Front, 2 In Rear) /6000/6 Total (4 Front, 2 Rear)
Deck Flotation	Floats on 2 Chains & 2 Front Leveling Arms	Floats on 2 Chains & 2 Front Leveling Arms
Deck Thickness	3/16" Thick Solid Steel	3/16" Thick Solid Steel
Engine
Gross Horsepower	27HP Air-Cooled Kohler Courage	Air-Cooled Kawasaki
Cylinders	90 Degree V-Twin	Two Cylinder
Displacement	725 cc	726 cc
Maximum Torque	37 ft. lbs. @ 2400 RPM	42 ft. lbs. @ 2600 RPM
Fuel Requirement	Unleaded Gasoline (87 Octane or higher)	Unleaded Gasoline (87 Octane or higher)
Fuel Capacity	11 Gallons	11 Gallons
Fuel Filter	Replaceable In-Line Filter	Replaceable In-Line Filter
Cooling System	Air-Cooled	Air-Cooled
Ignition	Electronic	Electronic
Starter	12 Volt	12 Volt
Charging System	16 amp	20 amp
Drive System
Transmission	Dual Integrated Hydrostatic Transaxle	Dual Integrated Hydrostatic Transaxle
Pump Drive	Integrated Axial Piston Pump & Motor w/Gear Reduction	Integrated Axial Piston Pump & Motor w/Gear Reduction
Wheel Drive	Integrated with Commercial Grade Gear Reduction	Integrated with Commercial Grade Gear Reduction
Hydrostatic System Oil	20W50 Motor Oil	20W50 Motor Oil
Hydraulic Filter	25 Micron, Replaceable Spin-On Type, 1 Per Axle	25 Micron, Replaceable Spin-On Type, 1 Per Axle
Pumps (2)	10cc Pump and Motor Integrated in one unit	10cc Pump and Motor Integrated in one unit
Hydraulic Coolers (2)	7" Cooling Fan per Unit	7" Cooling Fan per Unit
Dimensions
Weight	5000/804 lbs; 6000/858 lbs.	5000/804 lbs; 6000/858 lbs.
Overall Height	46"	46"
Overall Width	5000/49 1/2"; 6000/61 1/2"	5000/49 1/2"; 6000/61 1/2"
Overall Length	74 1/2"	74 1/2"
Tire to Tire Width	45"	45"
Tires - Front	13 x 6.5–6 Smooth Tread	13 x 6.5–6 Smooth Tread
Tires - Rear	5000/6000/20 x 10–8 Turf Tread	5000/6000/20 x 10–8 Turf Tread
Steering	Dual Lever Steering, Independent Control	Dual Lever Steering, Independent Control
Turning Radius	Zero Degree, Turns Within Unit Length	Zero Degree, Turns Within Unit Length
Ground Speed (Forward)	Up to 7 mph	Up to 7 mph
Parking Brake	Internal Parking Brake	Internal Parking Brake