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blitzen
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I have a 2005 Hustler Super Z that I bought new and it is still going strong, I cut about 4 acres weekly and usually double cut the lawn. Takes about 3 hours to double cut everything. Hustler gets my vote for quality of cut and reliability...Ive loved my commercial Hustler for the past 5 years
WinterDeere
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Exmark
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Hustler
Observe what the pros in your area are running, you’ll never go wrong copying them.
blitzen
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I think Exmark is the most popular-probably for good reason. Skag is another top commercial mower. I cut a hundred lawns a week for years. I am well pleased with the Hustler brand and would buy again if the need arises...
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2010 Gravely Pro Turn HD 160. Still going strong. I think Gravely make a great mower. If I were to buy new though, I would strongly consider the Ferris with suspension. My back is not in the best shape and I would like to take some of the jolts off it.
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Where's the OP, with the info requested??? 43 reply posts, and only a "thanks" - so far... 
bought a toro , titan thanks , thanks thank you for your valuable timeWhere's the OP, with the info requested??? 43 reply posts, and only a "thanks" - so far...
mowed last nite , first time no bumps or bruises on the mower hope it stays that way , that kawasaki has some power , now my Jd lx 280 is going down the road
Duds13
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If the quality of cut is so good, why do you have to double cut? Not trying to be a wise a$$, just curious
YLee Kioti
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So quick scan did not reveal details of what little I have learned so here it goes.
I bought a Gravely 48", wish I didn't overthink it and got the 52".
Why a Gravely? Because my local tractor dealer in Shiner and treats me well.
Having said all that here is what I learned. The first time it slung a belt, wow what a deal.
Once in the barn, saw how accessible the two belts really are.
A rope with a good handle to remove tension spring and reinstall belt and done!
Now, over time have tried to help a guy with same issue on a scag. The undercarriage on many others are so packed that field re-installs can be really difficult!
So will you be taking it in for service or are you a DIY guy?
Look at you own weight, slops on property and then look at the lb-ft of the Hydros on the mowers.
The ZT2800 would not have the torque to haul me back up a slopes we have on our property.
Mine has the ZT3200 and I service them, easy peasy to do.
Hope this tidbit helps.
Be well all...
I bought a Gravely 48", wish I didn't overthink it and got the 52".
Why a Gravely? Because my local tractor dealer in Shiner and treats me well.
Having said all that here is what I learned. The first time it slung a belt, wow what a deal.
Once in the barn, saw how accessible the two belts really are.
A rope with a good handle to remove tension spring and reinstall belt and done!
Now, over time have tried to help a guy with same issue on a scag. The undercarriage on many others are so packed that field re-installs can be really difficult!
So will you be taking it in for service or are you a DIY guy?
Look at you own weight, slops on property and then look at the lb-ft of the Hydros on the mowers.
The ZT2800 would not have the torque to haul me back up a slopes we have on our property.
Mine has the ZT3200 and I service them, easy peasy to do.
Hope this tidbit helps.
Be well all...
