I've had an eXmark, a Gravely ProTurn and two Ferris mowers. The ride of the Ferris is hands down the best and if you are older or have any back issues it is the obvious choice. A suspension seat does not compensate for the independent suspension of the Ferris. Add a suspension seat to the Ferris and you'll be amazed at the difference between a Ferris and the other machines. Also, I have found the Ferris mowers to be significantly higher quality machines than the Gravely with better quality materials, better durability and better design.

@wardor9214

Жыл бұрын

I have a Gravely Proturn 260 i love it but i do hear that Ferris and Scag have the best seats. Idk how a seat could get much better unless it has a flat platform similar to the Gravely Proturn 660

@Anto-kz5hk

Жыл бұрын

Good to know. I wanted to go with ferris but the closest dealer is 2 hour away, so I got me a 52 in comercial Gravely. My dealer is really good.

All very cool machines, don't think you could go wrong! I'm loving that Gravely though.

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

Much agreed, hard to go wrong. Gravely is a great machine! Thanks

Bought a new 60'' Lazer Z back in 2000' for just under $10,000 with the Kohler 25hp. I added their suspension seat and their mulching kit and never looked back. It'll literally cut 1.6 acres in 18min flat. After all these years we're at less than 10.00 a year in parts! Let alone it plowed one hell of a lot of Wi. snow on a 100' x 25' driveway with a custom plow. Kudos to one of the best on the damn planet!! ALSO, if you want to erase ALL your heavy fall leaves get yourself one, add a mulching kit and say good bye forever to raking blowing and vacuuming. A simple cross hatch pattern and it looks perfect in no time flat! Freaking amazing machine. I do 3 fall cleanups/mulches in this manner at 3" and the lawn looks like a freakin' golf course. No matter the leaf mess, it's proven itself in a thick surrounding woods for decades. It's actually a pleasure to keep up a lawn since, seriously!

You can put straight lines in anything with the Ferris but the exmarks have great cut quality and stripe quality.

I run a ZT HD in my business. I know it’s considered residential, but it’s built and equipped like an entry level commercial.

I’ve had a Gravely 48 for about 4 years and checked out my mates ZTs, they are all similar in many respects however the important features for me are the ease of deck lift “Gravely” and the ride quality “Ferris”. Hope this helps.

@bowling8203

2 жыл бұрын

Just picked up a 2022 48” HD for my acre lot. Gonna be great!

@dnsmithnc

2 жыл бұрын

Your deck lift must be different from mine. Another thing I don't like about the Gravely 252 ProTurn is the awkwardness and difficulty using the deck lift. And I have a Ferris with a 72" deck and another Ferris with a 61" deck. Both are much easier to use. Just are better designed.

@michaeltobin2014

2 жыл бұрын

@@dnsmithnc Mine has a foot pedal and hand slots to lock, I often find myself lifting with the pedal to travel over gravel or to unclog

Ferris has the better specs. You get the Suspension, Bigger hydro’s and better engine if you go with the FS series Kawasaki upgrade over the Briggs. The FR Kawasaki’s on most mowers are the residential version. FS is entry level commercial right under the FX line. It’s also the fastest due to the larger and more powerful hydros. Ferris wins!

AWSOME video for quick understanding on ZTM of beginners like me! Thank you for sharing!

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Henry and thanks for the comment. Glad we can do it and hope to get more coming in the future!

Ferris 100% out of the mowers listed without a question. I have used Ferris, Hustler, Toro, Exmark etc. Given this isn't a full commercial model, but I have an IS3000Z 61" and it puts all the others to shame. The build quality of all other brands of the same year isn't even comparable and the ride quality of the Ferris is way ahead of all the others and as you get older that becomes more and more important. The cut quality is just as good as my Toro proline as well and the Toro's are known for their cut quality.

I mow 3 cemeteries in va about 178 acres combined we use exmark 60 and 72 they are amazing and easy to maintain

Gravely good shape ! nice !

Wow just priced that Ferris IS600 here in PA 07/2022 23hp 52'deck at 8513.00 ,went up quite a bit from the 5700.00 for yours.

@jklbubbublkj7939

Жыл бұрын

that exmark is up about 6000 too, inflation sucks!

I expect this mower will last several seasons with decent care. kzread.infoUgkx1VWTrayKBdCKAjzAcZ_Eg4dhHTae3LkN also recommend Also, I ran across the problem with it not starting the 2nd time I used it. There is a safety switch which is pushed in by the chute or mulching piece being attached to the deck. I took the cover off and it wouldn't start. Put it back on, no problem. It takes only a minute with 2 easily accessible wingnuts and no tools. This mower starts up first crank each time and it is a joy to use. It also mows in reverse by putting the key to the reverse area after starting and pushing in the triangular button. It will stay in reverse mode until you turn it off. All in all, for my homeowner needs, I really like this mower-and at 70 bucks a cut here in Miami, it's already more than 1/3 paid for itself in a month.

💯👍🏼 Review!! I appreciate it, it helps a lot. Definitely will get one of these toys

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for the comment. Let us know which one you pick!! :)

@michaelmactavish4445

2 жыл бұрын

love the kubota wich they have engine options gas and diesel

I've never used a zero turn but from what I saw I like the gravely but I'd want a 60" deck. I was expecting more from the Kubota. Great video though

@BeverageTractor

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mr. Dean for your comment. The ZT HD 60 is a great machine with Gravely. They all seem quite competitive for the price range and build. It does seem as thought eh Gravely and Exmark have a few more options on cut and engines than the Ferris and the Kubota on that size, but still seem to hold up for that size quite nicely. Let us know if we can ever help with the zero turn option for you and I am sure you would get the hang of it quite quickly! Thanks again.

@adielpiedra3533

3 жыл бұрын

That’s how more shyt brakes always kubota diesel first then Ferris yanmar diesel second can’t go wrong with either and keep their value the best

I managed to buy a brand new Ariens Ikon X 42" a couple years ago for just over $1,200. Yeah, better believe I took that deal. Overall, I love the mower. The Hydros whine a little more than I'd like and the ride was a bit to rough. Otherwise, awesome mower! I added a Trac Seat spring suspension to it a month ago, world of difference! The next mower I get will probably be a higher end Ariens or Gravely, even though it is the same company.

With price not being an option, what mower would you choose between Ferris and Kubota Commercial diesel 60 inch?

@BeverageTractor

7 ай бұрын

With this video being a bit older and options and models changing. Both are great mowers. Ferris makes a great machine and the Kubota is going to have their diesel in it and built with a strong machine around it. Typically would recommend checking options and features out on both for preferences. The ZD series with Kubota may come in a bit cheaper than the Ferris Diesel but both would get the job done. Hope this gives some direction and help with a choice.

Gravely or Kabota? Which would you buy?

Just bought the zthd 52 gravely out the door for 7grand. I would have to say the price has increased by far.

@BeverageTractor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. Yeah since this video was made we have all seen a few price increases across the board on all equipment. Nice mower though, congrats!

@ryanracolta1069

2 жыл бұрын

@@BeverageTractor yes, it’s a very nice machine. Is that normal to see the price increase over a 1,000$?

@BeverageTractor

2 жыл бұрын

@@ryanracolta1069 no not year to year by any means. But with some upgrades and being in unusual times with materials and goods going up, it’s not too bad in comparison. Hope that helps. Still worth it in our opinion. The HD is a great machine.

Imagine if the Ferris had a Air Suspension seat option like the Kubota, talk about a Cadillac ride !

I'm between the Ferris, and the Exmark E with the upgraded seat. Which is the better choice for 4 acres?

@BeverageTractor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. Either one would be great for your acreage. Our suggestions is to test drive them both and go with what is most comfortable and fits you. Let us know what you decide! :) thanks!

@joesshop3622

2 жыл бұрын

Do the Exmark! look above....

I'm saving up for the same exact gravely mower

Can you do a diesel zeroturn comparison of the different brands you carry?

Ferris is my new brand I have the ISX3300 and the cabnair on it and man what a mower...........

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

That’s great!! Thanks for the comment and nice machine with that cab and air!!! 🔥 🌬 🥶

The Gravely is so dependable.

Kubota mowers have always served us well !

Ferris all the way

@ifyoutip

3 жыл бұрын

Ferris is good. Depends on the model.you get what you pay for. Simplicity,snapper, snapper pro, and ferris are All owned by Briggs I think. I like my exmark but it is a commercial one. Not a residential.

@rondaconner2087

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I wwwee eat

@Jay_Hall

3 жыл бұрын

@@ifyoutip Briggs went bankrupt!!!

@ifyoutip

3 жыл бұрын

@@Jay_Hall really? That's interesting. Not surprised though. When was that? Lately or a few years ago?

@Jay_Hall

3 жыл бұрын

@@ifyoutip A few months ago.

Those are fantasy prices now

@BeverageTractor

11 ай бұрын

Ha isn’t that the truth. I think the video needs a redo/update with these models too. :)

Like to see this in 30 inch mowers 😊

Farris Suspension is the ticket.

Interesting that all those plus my z720 john deere all run the same hydro pumps. I'm glad I got what I got

Great review. Thank you.

@BeverageTractor

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and the comment! Hoping to do another updated one this year.

How different is the ariens apex compared to the zt hd

@BeverageTractor

2 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for the comment. These 2 mowers are very comparable and could say one of the same. The Ariens can be sold in big box stores and so the service aspect is different than buying from a dealership. Gravely is only sold in the dealerships, although Ariens can be too. The Gravely has a few more engine options and made a little heavier than the Ariens, but virtually these 2 machines compare well. Gravely has more option getting into the commercial line up over the Ariens as it stops at the Apex. I hope that gives some direction and helps. Thanks again.

What does the ROPS for the Gravely cost?

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

Check with your local dealer, but should be right around $450 or so.

What is the tops system

I am in between the Kubota and the eXmark. What do you prefer?

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

How much are you mowing? I would say really sit on the them, check out the features and drive them. You may like some features on the Kubota over the Exmark and vice versa. Both great machines!

@AcidicElm39898

3 жыл бұрын

@@BeverageTractor I am mowing about 2.5 acres. hilly land. My main concern is reliability and longevity , the features dont concern me too much. Thank you for the reply btw

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

@@AcidicElm39898 yeah no problem- happy to help if we can. I think either way you would be happy. The Exmark Radius E has a little larger front caster. Depending on your budget you could even look at the Kubota Z422 series. That is one to really consider for your application. I don’t have video on that one yet but plans in the future! :) thanks.

@gregchampion4889

3 жыл бұрын

@@AcidicElm39898 Kubota for sure man mine chews threw acre after acre and it actually cuts amazing at full speed no issues

@rocknral

3 жыл бұрын

The Gravely.

Nice job

@ 4:30 - Gotta love the "Made In The USA" sticker that's stuck on there crooked. Yep, good ole American workmanship

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

:) Never noticed that. Just a little crooked.

@TheSkitd

2 жыл бұрын

The assembly line worker probably doesn't have time to stand back and look at it from their couch because they are doing 15 other things besides putting this sticker on while it's moving.

@thehopeforunderstanding9263

2 жыл бұрын

Sure as hell no Americans in America . A bunch of drama queen bought ratings civil war news watching bios opinion bought ratings worm news watching idiots clueless about what they stand for whining about guy kneeling clueless about what stand for lie down

@thehopeforunderstanding9263

2 жыл бұрын

@@goaheadmakeourdayscooterpe9644 so what who you pretending to be known to proclaimed three times over before you born by known to the true virgin mother creator and the living Son of Man born out womb known before I was born Spirit was made for the body blessed is the three times over before he was born blessed is he the world doesn't deserve. Out womb and in man born again in life out womb whole of 3 in one perfect known self reborn returned to one.

@thehopeforunderstanding9263

2 жыл бұрын

@@goaheadmakeourdayscooterpe9644 all I can say is fake hell self be proclaimed people proclaimed you proves fake as hell for sure if it anything

What has been the feedback on the ex Mark brand motor? Would love to see a Kawasaki on this machine.

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

I think we agree, would of course increase the price but the Kawasaki is nice. As far as the Exmark engine- no complaints and no issues. The Exmark, Gravely, Toro, and many other brands that brand the engine with their name typically use the same company for the engine. BMW from my understanding uses this company to produce some engines as well. We have had great luck with them! Hope that helps. Thanks for the question and comment.

@rocknral

3 жыл бұрын

If they are the same as Toro (and probably are), they are the Loncin brand. Chinese of course but quite capable. Think they are similar to Vanguard which has roller bearing mains. Dont know about longevity though. Time will tell. My JD branded B&S has just hit 1500hrs. If it can get near that they'll be a winner.

@boward6686

3 жыл бұрын

Last summer I bought exmark radius X series 60 inch deck and it has the 25 horse Kawasaki engine and it is a beast! I Will mow anywhere from 1 to8 acres each time I mow! It has a adjustable spring seat very comfortable!!

@Jay_Hall

3 жыл бұрын

@@rocknral Not for the USA worker! :( After Covid, China can get ###***!

@rocknral

3 жыл бұрын

@@Jay_Hall Yeah, i know what you are saying. Im an Aussie and china is doing a standover job on Australia with grains, seafood, wine, coal... Yet they want us to buy everything from them the bullies but stop our exports. As capable as the Loncin engine is, Toro should be looking somewhere else or actually state what the thing is. It aint a Toro engine.

Explain to me what is a rops, system?

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

The “ROPS” is the Roll Over Protection System. It is made of course if the machine was to roll over it would protect you from it rolling on you. Some systems are foldable and others are solid. The machines that do not have them you will notice also do not have a seatbelt. If it has ROPs it has a seatbelt. More can be explained there as well. Hope that helps. Thanks for the comment and for watching! :)

Exmark is the best mower out there only real deal cutters know!

I think ur price on the exmark is wrong I never seen that model for 5k

@BeverageTractor

10 ай бұрын

This video is now for older comparison. It’s a bit old on pricing now since it was posted. Your right they are not this cheap now. The older Radius E series was but not with model changes is increased.

How about adding SIMPLICITY to the comparison mix.

@BeverageTractor

2 жыл бұрын

There is a plan to try and do a large comparison video of several brands and update to this video in the future! Thanks for the comment and input! Hopefully be in the works soon.

Ferris comfort and mowing for hours and hours

Nothing stripes like an ex mark. To bad he isn’t showing the z series

@BeverageTractor

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Bob, thanks for the comment. Those Exmarks can leave quite the stripe! This video was intended for the more residential/prosumer. I do want to do another in the future highlighting some more specs and options on the more commercial mowers as well. Thanks for the feedback!

Why are the front casters on the gravely off center

@BeverageTractor

2 жыл бұрын

Great question. It’s off center to account for the deck cut. The smaller the cut the less the caster is turned, the larger the deck, the more to help with stability. Hope that helps.

@TheSkitd

2 жыл бұрын

To make it easier to trim, not having the caster in the way.

@Honda1k

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSkitd that makes sense

@TheSkitd

2 жыл бұрын

@@Honda1k Glad I could help

Bought a ferris is1500z. Quality is horrible. Motor mount bolts broke off, lug nuts striped on the back wheels. It does have a Kawasaki engine that is awesome. Heard they no longer offer the kaw motor, I wouldn't buy another.

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

Man, sorry to hear about your bad experience. They do still make the Kawasaki engine and some of them on it.

@jeffowens8722

3 жыл бұрын

@@BeverageTractor that's excellent! I noticed that after I watched all of your video. Excellent video btw. Very good information. I actually just changed my hydro filter and fluid. Just under 500 hours on mine. Thanks again for the quality video

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

@@jeffowens8722 Thank you for the kind words! Glad it is helpful.

@Jay_Hall

3 жыл бұрын

Briggs is Bankrupt! Now I see why!

Thank You Sir

3500 for exmark good!?

Xmark best

My dad used to be the boss of the gravelys

@justiceleaguer9108

3 жыл бұрын

We'll put that in the "who gives a fuck file".

@scottieodle7606

2 жыл бұрын

@@justiceleaguer9108 along with your comment

Toro & Exmark!!!

Do y’all not offer bobcat mowers?

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

We do now offer Bobcat mowers and Cub Cadet at our Danville Location (Collie Equipment) we did not at the time of this video. Thanks!

Ditched JD for Kubota. Love my z251!

@BeverageTractor

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats! :) Smart move! That Z200 series is a great machine.

@gregchampion4889

3 жыл бұрын

I've ran most of these and easily the Kubota cuts the beat for me

@rocknral

3 жыл бұрын

What model JD? I'm thinking of getting the k421 to replace a 1500hr z655.

@ichor20

3 жыл бұрын

@@rocknral x320

Having the gas tank under the seat can be a service nightmare, ($$$), and in case of a fire,,,well....

Not even a contest. FERRIS all the way.

@Mich-jk2ze

3 жыл бұрын

Nah exmark stripes better.

They're not "pumps" they are hydraulic motors.

@dustyj4037

3 жыл бұрын

We'll put that in the "who gives a fuck file".

@alfre4554

2 жыл бұрын

They have to be both. A hydraulic motor is driven, a pump drives.

@justiceleaguer9108

2 жыл бұрын

@@alfre4554 no. A pump moves fluid. A motor moves a machine

@alfre4554

2 жыл бұрын

@@justiceleaguer9108 really? Ok, let's take it down to 5th grade. An energy source connected to a pump moves fluid(drives) a (driven)motor with fluid pressure from said pump(driver) that absolutely can among many other things create or control movement.

'' Beverage '' tractor ? ......hmm....do they give away a large box of beer, when a purchase is made ? .....if not, maybe name it " LEVERAGE TRACTOR.....and no, i willnot lever alone...

Way to weak for mowing 4 ACRES 🥴🥴🥴🤒🤒