ZT XL
Zero-turn performance and best-in-class cutting precision combine to make the Gravely ZT XL riding mowers total beasts on your back 40. With professional-level quality, these residential zero-turns make the business of lawn care a total pleasure.
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10-Gauge Fabricated Deck
Fully Welded Tubular Frame
Plush, High-Back Seat
| Model | Deck Size | Engine Manufacturer | Engine Rating | Drive System | Fuel Capactiy | Ground Speed | Acres/HR | CARB Compliant Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 915216 | 60" | KOHLER® 7000 Series V-Twin HD w/Smart Choke™ | 26 HP/747 CC | Hydro-Gear® ZT-2800 Transaxles | 2.8 gal (10.59 L) | 7/3 mph (11.3/4.8 km/h) | 4.2 | - |
| 915218 | 60" | Kawasaki FR V-Twin | 24 HP/726 CC | Hydro-Gear® ZT-2800 Transaxles | 2.8 gal (10.59 L) | 7/3 mph (11.3/4.8 km/h) | 4.2 | 915242 |
| 915200 | 52" | KOHLER® 7000 Series V-Twin HD w/Smart Choke™ | 25 HP/725 CC | Hydro-Gear® ZT-2800 Transaxles | 2.8 gal (10.59 L) | 7/3 mph (11.3/4.8 km/h) | 3.7 | - |
| 915204 | 52" | Kawasaki® FR V-Twin | 23 HP/726 CC | Hydro-Gear® ZT-2800 Transaxles | 2.8 gal (10.59 L) | 7/3 mph (11.3/4.8 km/h) | 3.7 | 915240 |
| 915202 | 42" | KOHLER® 7000 Series V-Twin HD w/Smart Choke™ | 24 HP/725 CC | Hydro-Gear® ZT-2800 Transaxles | 2.8 gal (10.59 L) | 7/3 mph (11.3/4.8 km/h) | 3.0 | - |
| 915206 | 42" | Kawasaki® FR V-Twin | 21.5 HP/726 CC | Hydro-Gear® ZT-2800 Transaxles | 2.8 gal (10.59 L) | 7/3 mph (11.3/4.8 km/h) | 3.0 | 915238 |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Ratings Distribution
40%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Ergonomic grips (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Large lawns (3)
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- Avid do-it-yourselfer (3)
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Comments about Gravely ZT XL 60 Zero Turn Mower:
I have a 2 acre residential lot with many trees. Purchased the ZTXL in April of 2017. The more handles and cuts very well. All the problems have been with the bagger. The bagger cover has a rubber seal along the back edge. This seal started coming off right away. I tried all kinds of different adhesives with no luck. After a month, the metal rod frame that creates the top of the bagger came apart and is bent. Now after 3 hours of us, the rear chassis frame is cracked almost all the way through. The cause is obviously the bagger weight be to much for the frame to handle. Crack is right at on of the notches cutout to make the 45 degree bend in the frame. Love the mower, hate the bagger!
Pros
- Ergonomic Grips
Cons
- Been to the dealer 5 times since 4/2016
- Cuts Unevenly
- Requires Constant Maintenance
Best Uses
Comments about Gravely ZT XL 60 Zero Turn Mower:
Bought in April 2016, been back to Lake Jackson Equipment 5 times for belt issues.
Pros
Cons
- Requires Constant Maintenance
Best Uses
- Large Lawns
Comments about Gravely ZT XL 60 Zero Turn Mower:
I bought this machine to cut my property which is big. I'm already having constant issues with it! Bogey wheels on deck keep falling off and belt pops off.
Pros
- Adjustable Cut-Lengths
- Easy to Push & Steer
- Ergonomic Grips
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Large Lawns
- Small Lawns
Comments about Gravely ZT XL 60 Zero Turn Mower:
Mowing 1 1/2 acres, sure beats my old riding mower, although it did do a great job, but not as fast or easy, don't have to back track to get missed places, just "zero turn", and get er done. would recommend to a friend, ps, the dealer was great also.
Pros
- Adjustable Cut-Lengths
- Easy to Push & Steer
- Ergonomic Grips
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscaping
- Large Lawns
- Mulching
- Small Lawns
Comments about Gravely ZT XL 60 Zero Turn Mower:
I mow 1-1/2 acres...and used to dread it! This thing feels like a commercial mower. I look forward to mowing now. Its well made and a great value!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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75%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Adjustable cut-lengths (3)
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Comments about Gravely ZT XL 52 Zero Turn Mower:
We have 5 acres to maintain, the Gravely is easy to use and does a great job.
Pros
- Adjustable Cut-Lengths
- Easy to Push & Steer
- Ergonomic Grips
- Fast
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Large Lawns
Comments about Gravely ZT XL 52 Zero Turn Mower:
never thought I'd say this but I enjoy mowing now. As long as I can beat my wife to it.
Pros
- Adjustable Cut-Lengths
- Ergonomic Grips
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Large Lawns
Comments about Gravely ZT XL 52 Zero Turn Mower:
I researched for six months on what type of mower I wanted. I had a John Deere 320 that was becoming a money pit, so it was time to buy something different. I visited the Gravely dealer in Sandusky Michigan five times to make up my mind. Finally when they had their Mowerfest, I was hooked on the ZTXL52. I purchased it and it is the best machine that I have ever had for mowing. I mow five acres with it and my mow time was cut down drastically leaving me more time to spend elsewhere. Thanks Gravely and Ball Equipment. Hooked for life.
Pros
- Adjustable Cut-Lengths
Cons
- Poor performance on uneven terrain
- Slips and slides easily on minor slopes
Best Uses
- Under 2 acres of FLAT even terrain
Comments about Gravely ZT XL 52 Zero Turn Mower:
Returned a cub RZT L 46 Fab w/ 22 hp honda that I got for a smokin deal of $2200 OTD thinking I was upgrading...Dare I say that the cub with the weaker EZT cut almost as good and was faster! Had smaller wheels/tires, but was easier to steer and they perform equally on hills and uneven ground. ROUGH ride. Not worth the extra $2000! Wishing I woulda got a Husqvarna MZ 52 or 61 selling for $4295. Shoulda done more test driving!...Now I'm stuck with a disappointing slow mower...dealer won't allow a return since it's been used.
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Most Liked Positive Review
ZT XL 42"
Love my Gravely. Great performance, cut my time in half. So easy to use a CAVEMAN could do it!!!! Able to get it through my front fence with ease. Excellent fuel...Read complete review
Love my Gravely. Great performance, cut my time in half. So easy to use a CAVEMAN could do it!!!! Able to get it through my front fence with ease. Excellent fuel capacity. Had 3/4 of a tank and still had just under a quarter to spare at the end. Thanks Gravely for an awesome machine!!!!
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Most Liked Negative Review
Great Machine - Poor Cutting w/mulcher
I love this machine, durable and easy to use. it does use a lot of gas and when using the complete mulch kit, it cuts poorly. We went round & round with...Read complete review
I love this machine, durable and easy to use. it does use a lot of gas and when using the complete mulch kit, it cuts poorly. We went round & round with the dealer (who was very helpful - Harrington & Sons Emmitsburg, MD) trying to figure out why it cut so poorly with the mulcher, to which they agreed. We ended up putting the regular cutting blades on it with the mulch baffles still installed. It cuts much better, but still leaves some uncut grass. See video - it is difficult to see, but if you watch closely, you can see the strips of uncut grass. This video is with the full mulch kit installed.
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Comments about Gravely ZT XL 42 Zero Turn Mower:
I look forward to mowing. Have replaced the molded rubber chute with a heavy steel 3d part door, and fabricated a "striper" that I mounted to the frame, between the hitch plate and the mower frame. Have had for about 2 months now, and it operates on my small front yard, and larger back yard with lots of trees, exceptionally well. Also use it to mow daughters much larger lawn.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Adjustable Cut-Lengths
- Easy to Push & Steer
- Ergonomic Grips
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscaping
- Large Lawns
Comments about Gravely ZT XL 42 Zero Turn Mower:
What makes this outstanding mower even better is the most incredible customer service I have EVER received from any dealer of any kind - and I'm talking about Anderson Tractor in Carthage, Texas. I live in Western Louisiana and purchased my mower from them - bypassing my Gravely dealer who is 10 minutes away - because of their unbelievable customer service. If you are contemplating buying a great mower, please try these people - even if you do not live in East Texas. They will deliver it to your door - at a better price than what your local dealer would charge you for the exact mower. I have never witnessed the kind of service and care I've received from this company. Unheard of today. Anyway, I've had Dixie Chopper, Toro & Husqvarna - none of them are near the quality of my Gravely. Thank you Gravely and an even bigger thank you to Anderson Tractor in Carthage, Texas - Mr. Anderson, Melissa and ALL of their employees! You people are the BEST!
Pros
- Adjustable Cut-Lengths
- Easy to Push & Steer
- Ergonomic Grips
- Lightweight
Cons
- Noisy
Best Uses
Comments about Gravely ZT XL 42 Zero Turn Mower:
Took 2hrs to change break in oil and filter.There is nothing consumer friendly about the design of this model mower.Its almost as if someone who never saw a mower designed it.
Comments about Gravely ZT XL 42 Zero Turn Mower:
Love my Gravely. Great performance, cut my time in half. So easy to use a CAVEMAN could do it!!!! Able to get it through my front fence with ease. Excellent fuel capacity. Had 3/4 of a tank and still had just under a quarter to spare at the end. Thanks Gravely for an awesome machine!!!!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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2015 ZT XL 42"
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Comments about Gravely ZT XL 42 Zero Turn Mower:
This mower turns with the greatness of ease, I have 24hp FR730V Kawasaki motor. I mow over 2 acres with it in rough quack grass. I maintan
depth at 4.5 in 10 " high grass and 3.5 with grass 6 high with no problem.
After I changed the break in oil to 10 -40w Vavoline the motor starts easily and runs great in 12 inch grass. I had 2012 42zt with belt and plugging problems . This mower makes the 42 zt a tinker toy..
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Merchant response: We're very sorry to hear that you're experiencing issues with your machine. If you have a very large yard, then this may not have been the right machine for you. Either way, please work with your local dealer to help resolve the issues you're experiencing with the mower. They will be happy to get you back up and mowing as soon as possible! Thank you for your patience and understanding!
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