Input as I prepare to buy a ZTR

[imracefan24]

We have had a JD G110 (sold at big box store) for 8 years and for our 3 acre lot, it has been a continual maintenance hassle. Typically replacing axle/spindle and steering sector gears every 1 1/2 seasons. Lots of obstacles to mow around. I have looked at ExMark, Kubota, Grasshopper, JD, Simplicity, Toro...all at local lawn sales/service centers. Not a fan of Briggs & Stratton engines. Def want a fabricated deck and 18000 fps blade speed. Gas tank size not high on priority. Suspension ride or seat is high on list. New to the forum, ready for your feedback! Thanx in advance!!

 

[RatRacer]

Welcome To LMF JG-Fanboi:laughing:

Nice spread of brands/desires. But, the bigger question is: How far do we get to empty yo pockets.
Just like House Hunters, the granite counter tops are a $$$ upgrade....:wink:

4 Key points:
1-$$$
2-Motor
3-Tranny
4-Deck

 

[lawn mower fanatic]

I don't know if they meet your other requirements, but 2 mowers that have good suspension / suspension seats are Ferris and some Exmark Lazer Z's. See details below:

Lawn Mower Suspension System | Ferris Mowers Zero Turn Technology

http://exmark.com/pdfs/Comfort_Upgrade.pdf

 

[djdicetn]

Welcome To LMF JG-Fanboi:laughing:

Nice spread of brands/desires. But, the bigger question is: How far do we get to empty yo pockets.
Just like House Hunters, the granite counter tops are a $$$ upgrade....:wink:

4 Key points:
1-$$$
2-Motor
3-Tranny
4-Deck

Good basic considerations!!!! With 3 acres, lots of obstacles and the JD repair history user imracefan24 should allocate enough $$$ to at least invest in an entry-level Commercial ZTR. Like you said, if we were to recommend with a bottomless pocket of money we would probably put him in an $8K-$9K Industrial grade Commercial ZTR:0)

 

[imracefan24]

I can go $6000 roughly

 

[jekjr]

I am sure everybody on here has opinions and they can back their opinions up with facts. I run Kubotas and as far as I can tell there are Kubotas and then there are others. If you are willing to pay the price Kubota will be very hard to beat.

 

[Carscw]

I am sure everybody on here has opinions and they can back their opinions up with facts. I run Kubotas and as far as I can tell there are Kubotas and then there are others. If you are willing to pay the price Kubota will be very hard to beat.

I agree you can not beat a kubota.
They cost more than the OTHERS but well worth the money

IMO JD is at the bottom of the food chain

(( racing is the only sport that you need two balls ))

 

[Jehelam]

I think the mower that best fits your criteria is the Gravely Pro Turn. The 52" should be able to be had for $6300. It has the Kawi FS motor (commercial grade), zt3200 hydros (step up from the zt3100 that are usually in this price range), same deck geometry as the highly regarded X-Factor II (just 10 ga instead of 7 ga and lacks some adjustable baffles), and the seat is very comfortable. I just demoed it last week on my property. The seat itself has very comfortable foam, but doesn't have a spring/damper suspension. Have to go higher up the line for that. It does have rubber isolators between seat and frame. Overall way more comfortable than my Huster Sport which does have springs.

Other mowers I think worth considering are the Hustler FasTrak and the Bad Boy CZT Elite. I don't know anything about the Bad Boy other than the price, engine (Kawi FS), and tranny (zt3400) meet your requirements. The Hustler has only zt3100 tranny, but I like the control better and has longer warranty than Gravely.

It seem like JD, Kubota, and Exmark are great, but have to go over $7k to meet your requirements. Toro MX might fit the bill, but isn't as compelling as the Gravely and Hustler.

 

[jekjr]

You can buy a Kubota for 0 down and 0 interest. You can even get it insured through Kubota and pay it monthly through your payment. It is the best deal out there if you are going to keep it for the long haul and if you are going to run it hard. Nothing is tougher than a Kubota.

 

[awcs64]

We have had a JD G110 (sold at big box store) for 8 years and for our 3 acre lot, it has been a continual maintenance hassle. Typically replacing axle/spindle and steering sector gears every 1 1/2 seasons. Lots of obstacles to mow around. I have looked at ExMark, Kubota, Grasshopper, JD, Simplicity, Toro...all at local lawn sales/service centers. Not a fan of Briggs & Stratton engines. Def want a fabricated deck and 18000 fps blade speed. Gas tank size not high on priority. Suspension ride or seat is high on list. New to the forum, ready for your feedback! Thanx in advance!!

After researching the stew out of zero turn mowers I went with the Kubota Kommander 127S. I looked at all other brands and kept coming back to the kubota. 4year 300 hr warranty that encludes the engine and built like a tank with no extra baggage (ok suspension seat and LED lights). Mow about 2.5-3acreas with it (sloped with terraces), coming from a tractor and finishing mower. Did it speed up my mowing time NO! because my son and I were fighting over who was going to cut what. Cut is excellent and fast. Havent cut with any of the others so I cannot comment, take all the advise here and choose what you will be happy with. Priced at $5749.00 plus tax.