my new Raptor SD 54

[JPR]

In very excited to have my new raptor SD 54. I have only done one cut so far... 1.25 acres. Had a blast. But after a very fully tank of fuel, there is now only about 1/2 inch that I can see in the fuel window.

Is that considered efficient? The yard didn't really need cut. So it wasn't over worked in any way.

 

[exotion]

Efficiency is measured by your ability to make the job faster. Can you do better? How? Will it affect the quality of the job? That's what makes it efficient

 

[JPR]

Efficiency is measured by your ability to make the job faster. Can you do better? How? Will it affect the quality of the job? That's what makes it efficient

M my question was specifically regarding fuel efficiency. Do you think it is normal to go through almost the entire tank in 1 hour and 25 minutes?

I researched this mower quite a bit prior to purchasing. Most, if not all reviews, tout the fuel efficiency.

 

[MRCo.]

Keep in mind that the fuel tank sits a ways lower than the gauge window. Lift the seat and see how much is left.

 

[chemingthroughtheleather]

I have had the same thoughts but my technique is probably very inefficient.I have almost lost it a couple of times trying to get around trees,until I get my chops I'm giving trees a wide birth.This is my first experience with a Z mower,I'm intimidated a little about the power/speed this machine can muster.

 

[Kremeneon]

I agree, the fender cutout to see the fuel tank is about worthless. lift the seat.

 

[djdicetn]

M my question was specifically regarding fuel efficiency. Do you think it is normal to go through almost the entire tank in 1 hour and 25 minutes?

I researched this mower quite a bit prior to purchasing. Most, if not all reviews, tout the fuel efficiency.

What engine do you have???? For comparison, I have a 22hp Kawasaki FX691V on my 52" Gravely Pro-Turn 100XDZ and I average 5 hours of mowing per 4.5 gallon tank which is a little over an hour per gallon. I consider that fairly decent "mileage" but have never really tracked my lawn mower gas consumption with any of the other mowers I have owned. On that note.....an entire tank(how many gallons does the tank hold) in 1.5 hours does seem like really bad performance:0(

 

[JPR]

What engine do you have???? For comparison, I have a 22hp Kawasaki FX691V on my 52" Gravely Pro-Turn 100XDZ and I average 5 hours of mowing per 4.5 gallon tank which is a little over an hour per gallon. I consider that fairly decent "mileage" but have never really tracked my lawn mower gas consumption with any of the other mowers I have owned. On that note.....an entire tank(how many gallons does the tank hold) in 1.5 hours does seem like really bad performance:0(

Sorry djdicetn, it appears I missed your response. Here are the answers to your questions...

Kawasaki, 24HP, FR691V and 3 gallon tank.

 

[Kremeneon]

The consumption on my RSD54 seems to be right at about 1gph.

 

[JPR]

The consumption on my RSD54 seems to be right at about 1gph.

Sounds good Kremeneon. Someone pointed out that the tank goes a little further down than the window shows. I believe I am gettting about the same as yours when all things are considered.

Have you noticed any issues with tire lines, or cut lines? I lowered the deck a tad, and noticed some pretty deep "tracks".