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Hello everyone,

I 'm new to this forum and I'm trying to look for a zero turn mower for my dad. Can anyone recommend a good one? I'm looking for one w/ a bag too. Thank you for your time!

It all depends on how much you want to spend, deck size, engine preference and if you are looking for a residential or commerical machine. A used commerical unit with a bagger will be hard to find and to get one new will be quite expensive.

Search Z-Turns in the forum. This subject has been gone over many times in the last 3 months.

slc10844 said:

It all depends on how much you want to spend, deck size, engine preference and if you are looking for a residential or commerical machine. A used commerical unit with a bagger will be hard to find and to get one new will be quite expensive.

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Im looking for a residential one and probably in a range of 2k-ish.

The devil is in the details.
obstacles?
lawn size?
terrain?
exercise?
health of the operator?
quality of the task?
the future?
economics?

Now, for me
This task must be done well, no clumps, no scalping , little wasted time..
.5 acre
many flower beds, many buildings,ect
rough terrain
72 years of age
health problems
Solution??
Two mowers?
One with swivel front wheels ?
Or , the Toro 30" one on steroids...

earthworm said:

The devil is in the details.
obstacles?
lawn size?
terrain?
exercise?
health of the operator?
quality of the task?
the future?
economics?

Now, for me
This task must be done well, no clumps, no scalping , little wasted time..
.5 acre
many flower beds, many buildings,ect
rough terrain
72 years of age
health problems
Solution??
Two mowers?
One with swivel front wheels ?
Or , the Toro 30" one on steroids...

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wth...i just need a to know which mower is a good one!

I'd look at a toro or Husqvarna residential ZT.

Toro ss 4235

bcdinh said:

Im looking for a residential one and probably in a range of 2k-ish.

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If you want a ZTR for 2k-ish I'd start shopping Craiglist if I were you, that would be about the only place you're going to buy a ZTR for that price.

Toro Timecutter ss4260 42" 22hp - $2700 (Oldsmar)

Date: 2012-05-13, 8:19PM EDT
Reply to: 93tsd-3013712629@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Brand New 42" Toro ss4260 - V twin Zero Turn Riding Mower. Mower has been used (3) times and too much mower for our property.

Please call if you are interested.
813-781-4702

HUSTLER ---SUPER -- 60-- INCH CUT -- ZERO TURN - $3800 (LAKELAND )

Date: 2012-05-07, 1:40PM EDT
Reply to: gxnxh-3001428058@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
RX7 DECK -- 60-- 2009 -- HUSTLER SUPERZ -- READY TO GO 3800.00 CASH FIRM 863 370 2485
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bcdinh said:

wth...i just need a to know which mower is a good one!

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Well, in that case, they are all good...So, then, we have not advanced even one step...We have ten different posters promoting ten different mowers.

Do some research - you will find maybe 50 different mowers.
The devil is still in the details.

Have to agree with Ric, there are some bargains on craigslist... as well as some to stay away from. I bought mine off craigslist for $2300 and it only had 27 (less than 1 y/o)hours on it. This years model was around $3500. I saw a $1200 snapper pro model with 48" fabricated deck i would have considered, mostly because I had such a good experience with my previous snapper. Most places have the toro timecutter 4235 for around $2599 and the 4260 for $2999. I would take whoever will be using it to some dealers. they will let him test ride them, the box stores will not. At 72 years young... he might not like how responsive the zt type mowers are. The timecutters have a speed control to reduce the max speed from 6mph to 3mph.(at least I think it was them.

Thank you so much everyone for your input!

I haven't had any experience with a tractor or a zero turn mower but would you guy invest money in a zero turn or a normal tractor mower?

bcdinh said:

Thank you so much everyone for your input!

I haven't had any experience with a tractor or a zero turn mower but would you guy invest money in a zero turn or a normal tractor mower?

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Depends what you'll be using it for. If all you want it to do is cut grass then you want a ZT. If snow removal or pulling carts of dirt and mulch are needed then you want a tractor.

Parkmower said:

Depends what you'll be using it for. If all you want it to do is cut grass then you want a ZT. If snow removal or pulling carts of dirt and mulch are needed then you want a tractor.

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Thanks. I'm just looking for a long lasting dependable mower for my dad to cut his grass.

Ok, if buying new a basic residential ZT is gonna cost about $1500 more than a basic tractor. Just for your research, I bought a cub cadet rzt 42 with a bagger for my home. So far so good.t I only have about 25 hrs on it. This is my first cub product. The bagger works excellent! I live in ny and fall is serious biz. I mowed twice a week and it did a fantastic job on the leaves. I bought it from my local dealer and they were great. They delivered it to my home and offer free pickup for the first year of the 3 year warranty. And keep my name and mower on file so if I need parts I just stop in and say I need a filter, and they know exactly what to give me. I don't need to bring any info.

That new CC RTZ , $5K or so seems to be the king of the hill, for those who need such a mower...This depends on his age, financial situation , and lawn size.
CC = Cub Cadet.

earthworm said:

That new CC RTZ , $5K or so seems to be the king of the hill, for those who need such a mower...This depends on his age, financial situation , and lawn size.
CC = Cub Cadet.

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Your talkin about the rzt-s. Has a steering wheel.
Mine has lap bar controls. With the bagger and tax it came in under $3k

I work on mowers to pass time, I am retired. I service many units over the years and I can tell you that the Toro Time Cutter is the easiest to service, built very well, good craftsmanship. These units will last a lifetime.

thank you for your input!