Grasshopper mowers

[MultiMow]

Grasshopper is near the top of the heap. They are priced that way as well.

I'm looking at a 930D with cab, snow blower, 72" rear discharge, and a blade for $7,000. It has less than 2000hrs on it.

 

[MultiMow]

I have a 722D and a 725D, both front mount diesels. I love them. They are rugged but comfortable, and do a great job on the lawn and trails I mow. I treat mine like a brush hog sometimes, but have never had any major issues. I had to replace a solenoid on the 722D after 8 years I think, and it was only a few bucks. The bearings on one rear wheel on the 722D also needed replaced once, and that included some spacers and other parts but was still less than 20 bucks I think. I tow a trailer with them, use them to spread fertilizer, and tow my 12' boom sprayer. On the down side, like any diesel they are heavy. That's about it.
Dealer support is important. I have a couple I can use, and have more GH dealers around me than Kubota dealers. My closest Kubota dealer is also a GH dealer, if that tells you something.

Thanks for the input!

 

[MultiMow]

I have a 721-D and a 725-D they mow really great...

The 725 has a noticeable amount of power over the 721, but both mow good.

I also blow snow with the 725 in the winter, it works surprisingly good!

SR

Thanks a bundle!

It's good to know the extra horses are noticeable, as I'm looking at a 930D. I just wonder if the 900 series is significantly heavier. That may be a problem, given it will be a nearly dedicated rough cut/brush mower... and soils can get fairly damp and loamy around heavy undergrowth.

 

[MultiMow]

I have this. It was made by Grasshopper back in 1994. I have no idea how it will hold up but i'm bullish on it. I see some Snapper Z-rider diesels in NC (Craigslist) that I would consider if I were you.

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Those Woods brand mowers are good machines. As I recall, they are basically Grasshopper chassis outfitted to Woods specs (different casters, etc.).

Too bad they didn't make them with the same 30hp engine before Tier 4 Final, as I like their rear caster setup better.

 

[MultiMow]

Once you've flipped up the deck to clean it (even better if you have power lift, I don't ) you'll wonder how you lived without it. I love the front mounted deck to go under corrals, the roller on the side of the deck allows you to mow right up to buildings, both save time weedeating. Never seems short of power (I have a 721D, G2) and I can mow at nearly full speed if needed, cut down my mowing time by at least 2/3rds. And less time mowing is more time enjoying the place.

Thanks for the input!

 

[6thgpSF]

I've got an older 928d that I found on C.L. I payed $5,000.00 for it.It's the best mower I've ever owned.It's a front mount 60" deck.I'm going to change the truff tires over to the rib style to give me better traction as I mow a couple acres of my property with it.There are plenty of vendors around here that sell them as well as parts as they are made here in Ks.If you need help you can call GH and they give good feedback on problems you are having...russ

 

[Sawyer Rob]

930 is a bigger heavier mower than my 725, I hear they have really good power output... I just didn't feel I needed that extra power of the 930 when I bought my 725.

SR

 

[Huskerfan]

I use the 725d for mowing, leaf collection and snow blowing. The winter enclosure stays on year round. I mounted a small RV fan inside and had an upholstery shop convert the vinyl side window doors to nylon screen and zippers on the vinyl so ventilation is adequate. They are tough, working, beastly unstoppable machines. They complement a tractor for other tasks.

Get the Kendra turf tires and the tandem rear dual tail wheel option and the extra flotation will leave no tracks even when wet. If time is an issue get a grasshopper. Just put in the ear plugs and the ear muffs. Very loud.

 

[Poopdeck Pappy]

I haven't used one with a diesel engine, but I love my 729BT 61" deck with the Vanguard 29hp Big Block in it. Mine has the PowerFold deck, and it will really spoil you when it comes to blade changes and deck cleaning.

Grasshopper mowers are built like tanks.

 

[Redneck in training]

We have 725 K (gas) 27 HP Kohler over 1200 hours. It needed a new generator (corrosion), two electric clutches (worn out), several tires, new spindle bearings and few other small things. It cuts about 8 acres full of obstacles (about 2000 trees) and quite hilly once a week. They are very easy to rebuilt I suppose. My estimate for all new bearings, engine, hydraulic pumps/motors, pulleys, linkages etc about 7500 to rebuild to like new condition. I would buy used and fix it as needed.