Guess what - need help deciding on zero turn

[Shughes717]

No worries, I don't bruise that easy. I just wanted to reiterate why I started this thread to begin with. As of now, I feel the Snapper Pro S50XT is the best deal I've come across with the Kawi Fx, ZT-3100's and that killer iCD deck ($4550). Haven't really checked the Huskies out though.

The husky mzt is a great mower. Has the fs series Kawi and zt3400 hydros in the $5000 to $5500 range. The mz has an fr series engine zt3100 hydros and a thinner 11 gauge deck. It will run in the 4k range. Carscw is probably talking about a gt though. He is a gt fan. If you are looking for a gt Husky does make some good ones. The s50xt is a very good mower. The biggest difference in it and my s150xt is the hydros. There are other small differences such as tire size, but the engine is the same one that's on my mower.

 

[Carscw]

No worries, I don't bruise that easy. I just wanted to reiterate why I started this thread to begin with. As of now, I feel the Snapper Pro S50XT is the best deal I've come across with the Kawi Fx, ZT-3100's and that killer iCD deck ($4550). Haven't really checked the Huskies out though.

I am a snapper fan.
I have a older snapper pro and love it.
I do feel that snapper has lowered its standard some.
But I still think they give the best cut.

The s50xt is a good mower.
Take it for a test drive for about 20 mins if you like then get it.

 

[Carscw]

That is your opinion. I know what my mower will do because I have been using it for three years. I know what other brands will do because I have used many brands. Any brand mower with zt3400 hydros and a commercial engine will mow 10mph. I also know what a gt will do because I have owned and used many. Never been on one that can even come close to the mowing speeds of these commercial ztr mowers. I understand that you can make a gt last forever. That is a testament to how well you take care of your machines, but a commercial ztr mower is much better built than any residential mower (ztr or gt).

Guess I should have said I am being sarcastic.

 

[Shughes717]

Guess I should have said I am being sarcastic.

Nah, just trying to stir a conversation. I guess I should have suggested jd. What do you think? :smile:

 

[Carscw]

Some might get a home grade mower of any brand to cut a 100 yards a week and last forever and that's great, but it is also not the norm, if so there would be no commercial grade mowers. Id rather buy the better built heavy grade than hope for the best. for 5k, you have many choices of great well built mowers. I bought a Husqvarna mzt-52 and I feel it was the best bang for the buck of all I researched.

Not just one but many.

Why spend twice the money for a mower that will not last any longer or do the job any better.

The past 30 years I have used 100s of mowers. I abuse my mowers more then you could ever imagine.

I have big azz mowers and don't use them.
I see it all the time guys buy the biggest name brand mower they can. Just for show. Their yards don't look any better. They can't mow hills. Leave ruts because they are to heavy.
Have to pull a big trailer. Use a lot of gas.

I cut 18 half acre yards today on a gallon and a half of gas.

Lots of commercial ZTR for sale right now

90% say new engine so many hours ago or new drive motor.
I need a mower that last 5000 hours not one that cost money every few months.

 

[Carscw]

Nah, just trying to stir a conversation. I guess I should have suggested jd. What do you think? :smile:

I got a junk deere the other day. As much as I hate them they sell fast for good money.

It's funny people say they like JD because they make the best engine.

 

[Shughes717]

I got a junk deere the other day. As much as I hate them they sell fast for good money.

It's funny people say they like JD because they make the best engine.

That is funny:laughing:. I must admit they do make good farm equipment though. I do like their commercial mowers. I just can't afford one.

 

[Dave1954]

Not just one but many.

Why spend twice the money for a mower that will not last any longer or do the job any better.

The past 30 years I have used 100s of mowers. I abuse my mowers more then you could ever imagine.

I have big azz mowers and don't use them.
I see it all the time guys buy the biggest name brand mower they can. Just for show. Their yards don't look any better. They can't mow hills. Leave ruts because they are to heavy.
Have to pull a big trailer. Use a lot of gas.

I cut 18 half acre yards today on a gallon and a half of gas.

Lots of commercial ZTR for sale right now

90% say new engine so many hours ago or new drive motor.
I need a mower that last 5000 hours not one that cost money every few months.

Able to cut 9 acres on a gallon and a half of gas, (regular I bet ) and 5000 hours of hard problem free use from a cheap home grade mower! its a wonders they can even sell a commercial model :laughing:

 

[Carscw]

That is funny:laughing:. I must admit they do make good farm equipment though. I do like their commercial mowers. I just can't afford one.

Jd does make a good heavy duty ZTR.
Not sure If they are worth all the cash they want for them.

 

[Shughes717]

Jd does make a good heavy duty ZTR.
Not sure If they are worth all the cash they want for them.

Totally agree.