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Residential ZTR Recommendations
Posted on 4/9/21 at 6:52 pm
Posted on 4/9/21 at 6:52 pm
Looking at a Hustler Raptor X, Bad Boy ZM, And Big Dog Alpha 42” unit. They are all about the same price point 3000-3300 between the brands. I have about a half acre to cut, so nothing very large. Any of you have experience with any of these or other suggestions?
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Posted on 4/9/21 at 9:03 pm to TheBoogyDown
You don't need a ztr for 1/2 acre
Posted on 4/9/21 at 9:11 pm to TheBoogyDown
I've had a Hustler for 11 years. Other than a deck bearing, it's been great. Don't know much about the Raptor though. I have a mini-Fastrak (42" cut).
Posted on 4/9/21 at 9:28 pm to Bayou
I understand that. It’s a want rather than need.
Posted on 4/9/21 at 9:29 pm to UPGDude
Thanks UPG
Posted on 4/9/21 at 10:23 pm to TheBoogyDown
Looking at the specs and kawasaki engine on the Hustler Raptor X, I would think that would last you a LONG time on an 1/2 acre! And super quick cuts!
Posted on 4/10/21 at 9:49 am to Bayou
But all the neighbors have one.
Posted on 4/10/21 at 10:18 am to TheBoogyDown
I know it wasn’t one of your options but I’ve got a gravely ZTR 42. Best mower I’ve ever owned.
Posted on 4/10/21 at 10:29 am to RotorheadTiger
quote:
gravely ZTR 42. Best mower I’ve ever owned.
Year 6 with the same mower. Zero issues and still gives a beautiful cut!
Posted on 4/10/21 at 12:29 pm to TheBoogyDown
Hustler
Posted on 4/10/21 at 12:54 pm to TheBoogyDown
My brother just bought the Bad Boy. It is legit. Has the Kohler, not the Kawasaki, but it is really stout and I like the design of it.
Posted on 4/10/21 at 1:50 pm to Bayou
quote:
You don't need a ztr for 1/2 acre
No, but for my half acre I've used:
-push mower
-old Murray "tractor style" riding lawn mower
-42" ZTR
Wanna guess which one didn't make me wanna bang my head against a solid object?
Yep, the ZTR.
And a half acre ain't shite....until you just got off work, that afternoon shower is coming and you absolutely have to cut the jungle.
Posted on 4/10/21 at 3:21 pm to TheBoogyDown
I just bought the Hustler raptor X 42” and love it. I cut about half an acre plus my parents yard. It’s smooth and fast. I highly recommend it.
Posted on 4/10/21 at 4:14 pm to TheBoogyDown
Gravely
Posted on 4/10/21 at 4:33 pm to lsuchamps23
Thanks for the suggestions guys. I picked up a Hustler Raptor X 42” this morning. All of those zero turns are pretty difficult to find in stock. The dealers really have no clue as to when more will arrive. I got pretty lucky finding this one. Happy hunting to all that are in the market.
Posted on 4/10/21 at 7:57 pm to TheBoogyDown
What motor does it have?
Posted on 4/10/21 at 9:25 pm to Deerhunter62
Anyone out there using one of the new Ariens ztr's?
Posted on 4/11/21 at 12:45 am to Bayou
I got the Ikon xd 52 last year. Zero complaints at all, well put together and satisfied for the price.
Posted on 4/11/21 at 7:02 am to dukesilver72
The decks and warranties on the Ariens is attractive
Posted on 4/11/21 at 8:04 am to TheBoogyDown
I have a hustler raptor sd. It has been great but doesn’t throw wet grass at all. I have bungee cord so I can lft the safety up a bit.
Half acre you can mow in minutes...then drive around for an hour inspecting it...and your trees will thank you for the zt.
Half acre you can mow in minutes...then drive around for an hour inspecting it...and your trees will thank you for the zt.
This post was edited on 4/11/21 at 8:15 am
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