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Swisher Z-Max 60-Inch 26 HP Zero Turn Radius Riding Mower (Non-CARB Compliant) #ZT2660B
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Swisher Z-Max 60-Inch 26 HP Zero Turn Radius Riding Mower (Non-CARB Compliant) #ZT2660B
- 60-inch 26 HP zero-turn-radius riding mower for professional-grade manicured lawn
- Provides 60-inch cut with 3 high-performance mulching/discharge blades
- Powerful 26 HP Briggs & Stratton ELS engine
- Includes deluxe high-back seat with arm rests, ergonomic steering handles, and beverage holder
- This item is not for sale in California/Non CARB compliant
Amazon.com Product Description
The Swisher 60-inch 26 HP zero-turn-radius riding mower delivers a professional-grade manicured lawn in mowing times once only offered by large landscaping services. With a powerful 26 HP Briggs & Stratton ELS engine, this machine also boasts an electric clutch, hydrostatic transaxles, and infinite height adjustment of the cutting deck. Operating up to 6 mph, it provides a 60-inch cut with three high-performance mulching/discharge blades. The rear tires measure 20 by 10 by 8 inches, and the 10-1/2-by-3-1/2-by-5-inch front tires swivel to save wear on your lawn. Comfort features include a deluxe high-back seat with arm rests, ergonomic steering handles, and a beverage holder. This riding mower comes with a 2-year warranty.
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Swisher Z-Max 60-Inch 26 HP Zero Turn Radius Riding Mower (Non-CARB Compliant) #ZT2660B
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- Publisher: Swisher Mower & Machine Company
- Label: Swisher Mower & Machine Company
- Studio: Swisher Mower & Machine Company
- Average Customer Review: based on 6 reviews
- Sales Rank in Tools: #98770
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful:
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Summary: Good Value, Good Performance 2008-07-22
Comment: I am on my 2nd summer with my Swisher Z-Max and it has been a pretty decent machine. If it was powered by a Honda, in my opinion it would be the best value going. Don't get me wrong, the briggs has worked well, but I have another 60" mower powered by a Honda that handles taller grass much better and gets better fuel economy.
Mine has had some minor issues:
One steering arm pivot point came loose (inside the chassis)
Front frame member to front pivot axle member bolt came loose and fell out
When mowing, driver tends to get a fair amount of grass in their lap that blows up from the front of the deck
Gator blades are junk
I have 50 hours on mine and have replaced both deck belts. (seems a bit excessive)
Yes, it does have a few issues, but when compared to what is available in the same price range it looks pretty good. Although I have had to do a bit of wrenching on it, I have to say that it is pretty easy to work on.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
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Summary: Best buy for the money 2008-05-26
Comment: I've put 30 hours on mine so far and wow! I bought mine from Sears last year but only after trying a Craftman 50" zero turn. The craftsman was not what I thought it would be and returned it... but the Swisher has lots more quality and thought put into it.. The exta money spent is well worth it.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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Summary: Solid , Fast and Dependable 2008-03-17
Comment: I bought my ZTM last year . I picked up mine at a Tractor supply store and it was assembled and ready to go . It's differnt than driving a regular mower but easily mastered the first time you mow . It does a great job and is solidly built . I own a cub cadet ( 1045 ) that will be three years old this year and have had three issues with it and no help from the factory (if the cub is under warrenty why do I get to pay ) . So I needed somthing to mow the lawn and went with this machine . I called swisher first and asked about the spec's and they were very helpful . I mow three acres with it and it's fast .
The only problem I have is two of my neighbors tried it and one keeps calling to voluneer to mow my lawn , and yes it is fun to ride .
Check it out you won't be disappointed , TSC has days where they let you try the machine at there place , well worth looking into .
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
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Summary: BUILD TOUGH 2008-02-16
Comment: I OWN A SMALL LANDSCAPING BUSINESS AND I HAVE ALWAYS USED CUB-CADET MOWERS UNTILL I RESEARCHED THE SWISHER Z-MAX. THIS IS A COMMERCIAL QUALITY MACHINE FOR HALF THE PRICE OF OTHER BRAND NAME COMMERCIAL MOWERS. I FIRST SAW THIS MOWER AT MY TRACTOR SUPPLY STORE AND I WAS SO MUCH IMPRESSED W/ THE QUALITY I KNEW I HAD TO TRY ONE W/ MY BUSINESS. WELL THAT WAS 2 YEARS AGO AND I HAVE HAD NO MAJOR REPAIRS. THIS MOWER IS TOUGH AS WELL AS HEAVY(910 LBS). I WENT BACK (LAST MONTH) TO THE TRACTOR STORE TO PURCHASE ANOTHER ONE BUT IT WAS NOT IN STOCK. THEN I DID AN ONLINE SEARCH AND FOUND THIS ONE, MODEL ZT2660B, ON SALE THROUGH AMAZON AND PURCHASED IT RIGHT AWAY. IT ARRIVED TODAY IN A CRATE AND MY EMPLOYEE UNCRATED IT AND PUT THE HANDELS ON IT IN LESS THAN 20 MINUTES.
THE ONLY COMPLAINT I HAVE IS W/ DELIVERY. THE DELIVERY TRUCKS LIFT GATE WAS TOO SMALL FOR THE CRATE AND THE MOWER HAD TO BE UNCRATED ON THE TRUCK. WITH THAT SAID ALL WAS GOOD... I POURED 4 GALLONS OF GAS INTO BOTH TANKS AND IT STARTED UP RIGHT AWAY. BEST OF ALL IT IS BUILT IN THE USA. I AGREE W/ THE OTHER REVIEWERS ...5 STARS ALL THE WAY.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
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Summary: An excellent value in a near commercial ZTR 2008-01-16
Comment: Updated 4/17/2008 after 1.5 months of actual use:
After years of very costly and sometimes frustrating lawn service experiences, I decided I would start doing my lawn again after 17 years. However, I wanted to spend as little time as possible in the process, and started looking for a ZTR to conserve time.
I received the Swisher ZTR2660B model in January. It is difficult to comprehend it is not a true 'commercial class' mower. Yes, the engine is a B&S ELS series and the deck is 11 gauge vs the 7 gauge (or better) decks out there, but it is a comparatively minor trade off for the homeowner who maintains his/her equipment. I definitely will, and expect this mower will last quite some time. Some may say the above features cheapen the unit, but when the +/- $4k cost is compared to the $7-8.5K for similarly equipped commercial units, it makes a compelling argument to give it a try. That said, I can't complain.
Setup was quite easy. After un-crating the mower, just connect the hand bars, connect the battery, check the oil (it was in there) and add the fuel (be sure to open the fuel valves on each tank). It then roars to life! If you are unfamiliar with a ZTR (I was), it takes some practice, but once that's behind you, the lawn cutting process will take far less time.
The unit is very substantial in every way. The Eaton hydros work well (though a bit twitchy) and the speed is more than adequate. The frame is heavy (the unit is 910 lbs) and the construction is quite good. The deck is 'massive' and makes light work out of a large mowing assignment. The 11 gauge metal does not present issues regarding durability since it is fabricated and far better than stamped decks. At this price point it is superior. The manual deck lift works well and is very easy to adjust.
The retailer bent over backwards to satisfy me on this transaction. My unit's battery failed immediately but was replaced without any hassle. A second battery then failed attributed to a bad voltage regulator / rectifier. They repaired it all with a smile - and quickly.
The unit is very powerful and creates a huge draft under the deck. The mower tracks straight as an arrow. Cut quality is very good (and even) and the mower is capable of very precise movements once you get the 'hang of it'. My 1.25 acre property has many trees and is still completed in around 40 minutes.
I have hooked up a Cyclone Rake system to this ZTR. I worried that the rear 'bumper' could not handle the torsional stresses involved in a 'non pivoting' hitch setup but have not had any issues to date. The combined strengths of each unit cuts and vacuums the property very effectively. However, using this configuration requires a fair amount of engine power. The Swisher easily delivers on this. In fact, the combined length of the configuration is 12ft, and the total weight (when the 'Rake' hopper is loaded) approaches 1500-1550 lbs. (910 for the ZTR unit - 600 in 'Rake' hardware and grass/leaf debris. Aside from it feeling a bit unwieldy, the mower handles the stresses involved and never bogs down.
The overall feedback of other Swisher owners is good. I intentionally made contact with a local Swisher repair service and he confirmed they rarely have issues. Of note, he said the Gator blades do a thorough job provided the grass is not too long. If it is, he recommends doing multiple passes on the lawn surface (lowering the deck each time) to avert any clumping. I also made contact with Swisher customer service two times and they answered calls quickly and were informed and responsive. My experience with them I'd rate an 'A'. I have since bought a second set of blades and drive belt. The cost was reasonable and the materials were received quickly.
Drawbacks - Though an excellent product, its not perfect. I found a few things to point out:
1) The control bars do not meet when operating, and therefore two hand operation is a must, even in straightaways. That means one will have a tricky time moving low hanging branches out of the way or taking a sip of something from time to time without a full stop.
2) The battery placement is difficult to get to, but is accessible if you lay on the ground. Surprisingly, there is a tray under the operators seat which appears to be designed to hold the battery. It would be a far better placement to simplify operator access when necessary. I may configure the machine with a second battery since I now have a backup. I recommend setting up a trickle charge circuit as is done with motorcycles to assure battery health in periods of non-use.
3) Oil changes require the use of a plastic tube (supplied - but a bit short) to drain the crankcase. It's difficult to access and Swisher should have placed a drain whole in the engine cradle so the oils could drain vertically instead of horizontally. It's an ineffective setup.
4) The tires are good but I have found them to easily slip on soft ground which then places ruts on the lawn surface. One needs to be careful to avoid this since it can make a real mess of things.
5) The flat paint tends to collect far more dust than a gloss painted surface.
6) The lack of a cup holder is more an annoyance than anything else.
The real test is durability and reliability and though I am optimistic all will go well, I have no crystal ball. Therefore I have a 3 year service contract. I tend to cover my bets but think it may be a waste of money in this case. Seeing how my (former)lawn service charges were about to spiral to $8000 a year, I am content that this purchase will pay for itself before the 2009 New Year arrives! If all goes as planned I'll spend the saved $4k on a vacation at that point.
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Swisher Z-Max 60-Inch 26 HP Zero Turn Radius Riding Mower (Non-CARB Compliant) #ZT2660B
