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In this video, I go over the best commercial zero turn mowers. Check them out here 0:42 Cub Cadet PRO Z 972SDL EFI - https://www.cubcadet.com/en_US/commercial-zero-turn-mowers/pro-z-972sdl-efi/53FLLVUYA50.html?fitsOnModel=false#start=4 2:03 Ferris ISX 3300 - https://www.ferrismowers.com/en-us/products/isx3300-zero-turn-mower 3:05 Honda ProZision Autonomous ZTR - https://powerequipment.honda.com/zero-turn-mowers/prozision-autonomous-ztr 4:35 Scag Tiger Cat II - https://www.scag.com/product/zero-turn-riding-mowers/tiger-cat-ii/ 5:56 Toro Z Master Revolution Series - https://www.toro.com/en/product/Z-Master-Revolution-Series 7:08 Gravely PRO-TURN 600 - https://www.gravely.com/en-us/power-equipment/zero-turn-mowers/pro-turn-600 8:07 Bad Boy Rogue - https://badboycountry.com/mowers/rogue 9:11 John Deere Z950M - https://www.deere.com/en/mowers/commercial-mowers/commercial-zero-turn/z900-series/z950m-mower/ Want FREE Shipping With Amazon Prime? Get a 30-DAY FREE TRIAL by signing up here http://www.amazon.com/tryprimefree?tag=thechrisreview-20 DISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for the support!
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If you're maintaining large properties, sport fields, or acreage on a regular basis
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a standard riding mower simply won't cut it. Handling that kind of workload usually means
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using a commercial zero-turn mower, and these are designed to cover more ground and stand up
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to long hours of use. But with so many models available today, finding the right one can be a
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challenge. So to save you some time, I did the research and narrowed it down to the eight best
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commercial zero-turn lawnmowers. Whether you prioritize speed, comfort, or durability, there's a good chance you'll find one that fits your needs. And if you find something you like
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I'll leave links to all the commercial zero-turn lawnmowers in the description below
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First up is the Cub Cadet Pro Z 972 SDL EFI. And the main reason to consider this mower is its
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stability. With dual rear wheels and weighted front rims, it's built to feel
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more secure on uneven ground and slopes up to 25 degrees. So if your work includes
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hillsides or large properties with rolling terrain, this machine gives you more control than a standard zero turn. And power is another strong point. It runs
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on a 30.5 horsepower EFI engine paired with a Hydrogear 5400 transmission and it can reach
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forward speeds of up to 12 miles per hour. And you should also know that this comes with a 72
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inch deck so it's built for some serious work with the triple seven gauge steel design and extra
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reinforcement on top bottom and sides now the seat can tilt up to 15 degrees left or right which keeps
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the operator more balanced and less tired when mowing across slopes you also get a power deck
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lift so adjusting the cutting height is easier still at around 25 600 on sale this isn't a
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casual purchase you need the right workload enough space and a proper trailer setup to make it worth
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it. And if you like the self-leveling seat and a heavy duty deck but don't need a dual rear wheel
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setup, Cubcadet also offers the Pro-Z 972L EFI and other Pro-Z models in more conventional
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configurations. Up next is the Ferris ISX 3300 and this one highlights what Ferris does best
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Thanks to the forefront suspension, a lot of the bumps and jolts get absorbed before they reach you
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and that can be especially helpful when you're mowing several properties back to back
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Of course, it also has the performance to match that comfort. You can choose between a 60 inch or 72 inch deck depending on whether you need something
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easier to manage or something built to cover wide open properties faster
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For power, Ferris offers high output commercial engine options, including a 38.5 horsepower
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Kawasaki setup and a 40 horsepower Vanguard option Either way this isn short on muscle And across the lineup you get dual Hydrogear ZT 5400 transaxles with cooling fans which makes it better suited for long workdays
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and high hour use. Now the cutting system is also upgraded. Ferris uses its ICD plus deck and a two
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belt design. And the mower has Hercules two cast iron spindles for a more heavy duty feel. So if
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rough terrain is part of your everyday route, the Ferris makes a lot of sense. Next is the Honda
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Procision Autonomous ZTR, which is the most futuristic mower on this list. And the big
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difference is that it can work in both manual and autonomous modes. You can drive it yourself
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or use Honda's web app to teach it a route by mowing the property just once. And during that pass
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the machine records the path using satellite positioning and Honda software, then optimizes
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the route and can repeat it later with an accuracy of about 3cm. For commercial crews dealing with
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labor shortages or repeat mowing contracts, that can be a major advantage. On top of that
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four LiDAR sensors and four radar sensors give the mower a 360 degree view, so it can detect people
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or objects, slow down your obstacles, and stop if the route stays blocked. You also get emergency
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stop controls and dual authentication for extra security. Now the hardware is strong too. It has
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60-inch deck with three seats of 21-inch micro cut twin blade rear discharge and load control that
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slows the mower in thicker grass to protect cut quality. Deck height adjusts electronically from
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one and a half to 5.25 inches and power comes from six lithium ion batteries running five
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40 volt brushless motors. Honda says it can cover up to 15 acres per charge depending on conditions
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Now the main limitation is terrain. It can handle 15 degree hills in manual mode
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but only 10 degrees when running autonomously. So it's better for repeatable routes than steep
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slope work. Next up is the Skag Tiger Cat 2. And what I like here is that Skag doesn't lock you
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into one setup. You can go for a 48 inch deck for tighter commercial routes, a 52 inch deck for good
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all-around size, or a 61 inch deck if your jobs are more open. And the engine choices scale that
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way too. You can keep it practical with 22 or 23 horsepower setups, move it into the mid-20s with
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EFI, or go up all the way to 36 horsepower if you want more power under your seat. But the heart of
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this mower is still the Velocity Plus deck. Skagg uses a tri-plate shell with nearly half an inch
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of steel in key areas, so the deck has some serious build without making the whole mower oversized
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Its airflow design also helps lift the grass, improve cut quality, and spread clippings more
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evenly and tougher cutting conditions Now depending on the setup price sits at around to The spindles still need grease but the top mounted fittings make them easier to reach
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And you also get a rubber ISO mounted seat to reduce vibration, along with a tiger eye
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display that keeps important information like hours, voltage, and PTO status within view
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Just be aware that it has a suspension seat, but not full suspension
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And items like a catcher, mulch kit, or discharge control are gonna cost extra
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And if you want to check any of these commercial zero turn mowers out, I put links to all of
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them in the description below. Up next is the Toro Z-Master Revolution Series, which is a great option for crews that want
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to go electronic without giving up a true commercial zero turn layout
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And what really sets it apart is the power system. Toro packs in a hypercell lithium-ion setup with 23.4 kilowatt hour of Toro capacity spread
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across 10 batteries. So instead of dealing with fuel stops, oil changes, and engine maintenance, you're mainly
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managing charging schedules and battery usage. And since it keeps the proven Z-Master frame
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along with a 7-gauge turbo-force deck, the mowing experience stays familiar if you're
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already comfortable with Toro equipment. Deck options include 48, 52, and 60 inches
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plus a 60-inch rear discharge model if you prefer clippings directed behind the mower
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and a 60-inch MyRide version for added comfort. And besides that, you can also adjust blade tip
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speed, fine tuned the drive response, and even changed the deck rake angle to balance runtime
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and cut across different grass conditions. And with a full charge, you could expect anywhere
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from about four and a half to over seven hours of operation depending on the workload. So if
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you're looking for quieter, cleaner commercial mowing, the Revolution Series is one of the
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strongest electric zero turns available. Next up is the Gravely Pro Turn 600. And this is a
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traditional gas commercial mower that puts operator comfort higher on the list. And a big part of that
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comes from the suspension. When the ground gets rough it takes the harshness out of the ride so
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you can keep mowing at a good pace without every bump wearing you down. It also self-adjusts so
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there's no complicated setup before your first pass. And up front you get the x-factor 3 deck
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built from 7 gauge steel and redesigned to move grass out more cleanly. Now large front and rear
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tires also help with traction and stability when the ground changes from smooth turf to rougher
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sections. Now the lineup includes 52, 60, and 72 inch deck models with Kawasaki engine options
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including EFI on some versions. Now dealer pricing often starts in the $17,000 range and climbs from
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there for larger decks and EFI packages. So if you want something with a strong deck, better traction
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and a more controlled ride the ProTurn 600 is worth a look Next up is the Bad Boy Rogue and what stands out right away is how much strength is built into the platform With an all welded steel frame cast I rails
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and a reinforced fabricated deck, this mower clearly puts durability ahead of flash. The
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suspension gets plenty of attention too and Bad Boy combines an independent front suspension with
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a rear three-link system which really starts to pay off once the mowing route gets longer
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and the terrain gets rougher. Now deck sizes range from 54 all the way up to 72 inches
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while engine choices include Kawasaki, Kohler, and Vanguard options, with the most powerful setup
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producing up to 40 horsepower. Beyond that, the large 13-gallon fuel tank reduces fuel stops
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while the larger rear tires provide extra traction when conditions aren't ideal. And you also get a
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built-in stripping kit for a cleaner finish and adjustable handles that make it easier when
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multiple operators share the same machine. The main drawback is its size. Even the 54-inch version
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weighs around 1,500 pounds, so it's better suited to larger properties and demanding workloads
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Finally, we have the John Deere Z950M, and I like this one because it can handle a wide mix of
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properties. If your work is mostly open grass, the 7-iron Pro side discharge deck is a strong fit
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Available in 60 and 72-inch sizes, it spreads clippings out wide to help you cover larger
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properties more efficiently. For tighter areas with landscaping, the 54-inch mulch on-demand
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deck gives you more control. And you can switch from side discharge to mulching with a lever
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instead of stopping to change hardware. And for public areas, the 72-inch rear discharge deck
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keeps clippings behind the mower, which reduces the chance of sending material towards sidewalks
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traffic, or just nearby obstacles. Now, the fuel tank holds 11.5 gallons, but the smarter detail
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is the single fill design with an angled filler neck, so refueling stays faster and cleaner when
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you're moving between jobs. Service access is simple too. You can check and fill oil from the
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top of the engine, drain it cleanly into a pan through a guide tube, and reach the canister-style
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air filter from the rear without tools. For comfort, John Deere adds the Comfort Glide seat
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It moves up to 2 inches forward and back to absorb bumps, but it can also be locked into place for a
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firmer ride. And just so you know, this is a traditional gas model with a 27 horsepower engine
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not the EFI version. But the warranty is still strong, running up to three years with no hour
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limit for the first 24 months. So if you don't want to overthink deck choices and maintenance
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but still need pro-level results, the Z950M does a lot of work for you. And that's all for today
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I hope this list helped you find the perfect commercial zero-turn lawnmower. And if you find
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something you like, don't forget to check the description to find links to all the commercial zero-turn lawnmowers mentioned in this video
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