Features
6-inch Wide Caster Wheels
Durable 6-inch wide front casters with pneumatic tires provide long life and are easy on turf.
Removable foot pan
Removable foot pan for easy access to deck belt pulleys, spindles and clean-up.
Pedal-assisted cutting deck lift
Ergonomically designed deck lifting system offers precise cutting height adjustment. Easy and quick adjustment from the operator’s seat.
Oversized chassis
2'' x 3'' tube chassis combined with large rear and front tires provide superior strength and improved ride quality.
Transmissions
Longer life due to premium integrated zero-turn transmissions featuring charge-pumps, larger drive axles and expansion tanks.
Durable cutting deck
The heavy-duty fabricated cutting deck features twin sheets of 11 gauge steel for added support for spindles and increased overall strength.
Cast Aluminum Deck Spindles
Durable blade spindles with aluminum housings for effective heat dissipation.
Easy-access service points
Oil and filter maintenance, hydraulic drive system components/adjustment, electrical system and battery are all within easy reach so you can quickly get back to being productive.
Hour meter with service minder
Indicates when it's time to service your mower.
Comfortable steering
Dual levers with foam-padded hand grips and viscous dampers that reduce vibration, create a comfortable operator experience.
Comfort & Support
Deep cushions and generous bolsters combined with EVC technology to offer superior comfort and reduced vibration transfer
Adjustable tracking
The easily accessible adjustment allows fine-tuning of straight line tracking without tools.
9 Bushel Collection System
Increase productivity and versatility with a 9 bushel triple bag collection system. Unique design removes or installs in a matter of minutes.
Endurance V-Twin Engine
Powered by Briggs and Stratton, this engine features premium air filtration, chrome plated valves, super finished bearing surfaces, and an oversized cooling fan for extreme durability and superior performance.
Zero-turn steering system
Individual, hydraulic wheel-drive provides very precise maneuvering and allows the mower to rotate around its own axis, without any turning radius.
Specifications
| MODEL | MZ61 SKU: 967 27 75‑01 |
MZ61 SKU: 970 46 77‑01 |
| Capacity | ||
| Productivity | 4.2 acres/hr | 4.2 acres/hr |
| Speed forward max | 8.5 mph | 8.5 mph |
| Speed forward min | 0 mph | 0 mph |
| Cutting deck | ||
| Cutting width | 61in | 61in |
| Cutting deck type | 11-gauge fabricated | 11-gauge fabricated |
| Cutting methods | Collect/Mulch/Side discharge | Collect/Mulch/Side discharge |
| Cutting deck material | Steel | Steel |
| Deck thickness | 11 gauge | 11 gauge |
| Cutting height steps | 12 | 12 |
| Blade engagement | Electric clutch | Electric clutch |
| Clutch rating | 200 ft.lb | 200 ft.lb |
| Blades | 3 pcs | 3 pcs |
| Blade-tip speed | 18,500 fpm | 18,500 fpm |
| Anti-scalp wheels | 3 | 3 |
| Nose roller | Yes | Yes |
| Deck lifting system | Manual, foot assisted | Manual, foot assisted |
| Powder-coated cutting deck | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle/mandrel type | Cast Aluminum | Cast Aluminum |
| Greasable mandrels | Yes | Yes |
| Deck Wash Port | No | No |
| Cutting height, min-max | 1.5-4.5 in | 1.5-4.5 in |
| Dimensions | ||
| Base machine, length | 75 in | 75 in |
| Base machine, height | 42 in | 42 in |
| Base machine, width (chute down) | 76 in | 76 in |
| Base machine, width (chute up) | 62.3 in | 62.3 in |
| Weight | 770 lbs | 770 lbs |
| Tire size, front Width | 6.5 in | 6.5 in |
| Tire size, front Diameter | 13 in | 13 in |
| Tire size, front Diameter wheel | 6 in | 6 in |
| Drive System | ||
| Transmission type | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Transmission manufacturer | Hydro-Gear | Hydro-Gear |
| Transmission manufacturer | Hydro-Gear | Hydro-Gear |
| Pump displacement | 10 cm³ | 10 cm³ |
| Fan-cooled pumps | Yes | Yes |
| Engine | ||
| Motor/engine manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton | Briggs & Stratton |
| Engine name | Endurance Series | Endurance Series |
| Power output | 27 hp | 27 hp |
| Cylinder displacement | 810 cm³ | 810 cm³ |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Engine cooling | Air | Air |
| Air filter type | Auto-type Paper | Auto-type Paper |
| Power/fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Engine lubrication type | Full pressure | Full pressure |
| Oil filter | Yes | Yes |
| Fuel tank volume (with reserve) | 5 gal (US) | 5 gal (US) |
| Fuel tank location | Side (Single) | Side (Single) |
| Equipment | ||
| Seat material | Vinyl | Vinyl |
| Seat spring | Yes | Yes |
| Seat back height | High | High |
| Hour meter type | Digital with pre-programmed service intervals | Digital with pre-programmed service intervals |
| Cup holder | Yes | Yes |
| Hinged armrests | Standard | Standard |
| ROPS | Optional | Optional |
| Seat type | Premium High back 21" with armrest | Standard high back, arm rests |
