Are Ferris zero-turn mowers really smoother?

srs · Jan 10, 2008

Again, I thank everyone for their responses and suggestions. Stanley

artfull dodger · May 7, 2008

I work at a dealer that sells both the Kubota, grasshopper and Ferris ZTR's I personaly like the Grasshoppers with the Kubota diesels in them, smooth, I prefer the front mount deck over a mid mount. The Ferris is nice, we have one waiting for final check out prior to deliver that packs a 3 cylinder CAT diesel engine in it. All I can say is WOW! Cheers Mike

Dargo · May 7, 2008

botamike said:
I work at a dealer that sells both the Kubota, grasshopper and Ferris ZTR's I personaly like the Grasshoppers with the Kubota diesels in them, smooth, I prefer the front mount deck over a mid mount. The Ferris is nice, we have one waiting for final check out prior to deliver that packs a 3 cylinder CAT diesel engine in it. All I can say is WOW! Cheers Mike

I either own, or have owned, each unit you talk about. I completely agree with you. Ferris makes a very nice mid mount mower that rides better than the other mid mount mowers. I had to laugh when I read the post worrying about suspension parts wearing out. I suppose that would hold true for cars as well, but I'll continue to buy all of my vehicles with suspension!

What surprised me was that the front mount Grasshoppers do ride better than even the suspension mid mount machines. Some of the mid mount machines are built far stronger than any operator will be!

Kokomo, huh? I bought my last suspension seat at HipHuggers.

unit40 · May 7, 2008

Dargo, we continue to wait for that video. At least LB finally posted his pics.

Dargo · May 7, 2008

unit40 said:
Dargo, we continue to wait for that video. At least LB finally posted his pics.

Nothing personal, but I thought I already made it pretty clear that I don't waste my time to prove to people things on the level such as water being wet and the earth being round. Sorry man, I can't help you. You'll have to find someone else who has more time on their hands to help you out a bit.

unit40 · May 8, 2008

Dargo said:
Nothing personal, but I thought I already made it pretty clear that I don't waste my time to prove to people things on the level such as water being wet and the earth being round. Sorry man, I can't help you. You'll have to find someone else who has more time on their hands to help you out a bit.

Apologies Dargo,
Don't waste your time, I really don't need any help with anything. Besides, it would have been impossible for you to meet the challenge had you accepted it anyways, (Buk Bok Bok). At least you can find the time to post on this forum and keep everyone abreast of your infinite wisdom and experience. Keep on believing what you want. I'm right till proven wrong. Case closed brother.

dqdave1 · May 8, 2008

Dargo; after reading this I had to chuckle
1982 19" Murray push mower (upgraded to B&S 8 hp engine!)
1978 Ford pickup, stick shift, 300ci 6 cyl
1973 14'X52' with skirting and concrete steps
2006 Harbor Freight claw hammer (bought 2nd one for a spare!)
2007 Wire brush with wood handle
-in the works-
Chicago Electric 4" grinder (bad year - not gonna happen)

I hope you have a good year in 2009 so you can get the grinder or maybe Harbor Freight will put it on sale!

melb · May 2, 2012

Hey Guys,
I'm new to industry, Looking for a ztr, test drove a ferris IS1500 48inch cut good price on unit. new 2010 model. need a smooth ride, with good cut,easy maintenance. the dealer is a long ways away. Is the ferris worth the investment.

SteveCornell · May 2, 2012

I just purchased my fist ZT mower, I purchased a BadBoy Outlaw XP which has the rubber suspension front & rear and I also added the Grammer seat..... all I can say is WOW! I've only mowed with it once so far but I can't believe how smooth it rides.
My yard has a pretty good grade to it and several rough spots, I have mowed for the last 4 years with a Kubota L3940 with a 72" rear finish mower.
I was mowing MUCH faster than I thought I would because of my rough spots but I am really impressed with the ride of this mower and its performance so far.

Turbys_1700 · May 2, 2012

People that I know in the business like the front mount grasshoppers for best ride...
In this neck of the woods Toro has a big share of the market...
My son works at the golf course and they have had better service out of the Toro versus Ferris...