Theย Snapper 550Z zero turn riding mower is a pitched as a professional-grade product. This zero turnย mowerย has a welded, all-steel construction withย a steel front axleย andย all-steel, wrap-around engine enclosure. With Snapperโs Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 hydrostatic transaxle technology, and itsย wide, heavy-duty 52-inch and 61-inch fabricated mower decks, theย Snapper 550Z providesย a smooth cut.
Snapper 550Z Zero Turn Riding Mower Features
Notably, the zero turn mower features a convenient deck-lift that adjusts grass cut height from 1.5 to 4.5-inches. Theย Snapper 550Z zero turn riding mower can cut grass atย speeds up to 8 mph. For those looking to cut larger areas youโll want to look at some of the stepped up higher speed models in theย Snapper Pro line.
Controls on theย Snapper 550Z areย intuitive withย a fuel-level indicator and smooth steering. Snapper also made sure theย 550Z zero turn riding mower is service friendly. A removable panelย gives youย convenient access to the top of the deck.
Mowing Deck Sizes
Theย Snapper 550Z series includes fourย models with differing motor options and deck sizes:
- Snapper ย 550Z-24/52 โย Kawasaki FR730V, V-Twin OHV engine, 52-inch deck
- Snapper ย 550Z-25/52 โย Briggs & Stratton Commercial, V-Twin OHV, 52-inch deck
- Snapper ย 550Z-24/61 โย Kawasaki FR730V, V-Twin OHV engine, 61-inch deck
- Snapper ย 550Z-25/61 โย Briggs & Stratton Commercial, V-Twin OHV, 61-inch deck
Under the Hood
The Snapperย 550Z-25/52 andย 550Z-25/61 areย powered by high-performanceย Briggs & Stratton commercial series V-Twin OHV engine, which has the edge to perform advanced debris management system and has an improved cylinder block. The Snapperย 550Z-24/52 and 550Z-24/61ย areย powered by a Kawasaki FR730V, V-Twin OHVย engine whichย offers smooth power output and durability in a compact design.
Snapper 550Z Zero Turn Riding Mower Key Features
- Durable Hydro-gear transaxles
- Briggs & Stratton Commercialย or Kawasaki FR730V engine
- Intuitive, easy-to-use controls
- Heavy-duty, welded construction
- Steel front axle to an all-steel, wrap-around engine enclosure
- Fast Mowing,ย heavy-duty 52โณ or 61โณ fabricated mower deck
- Speeds up to 8 mph
- Simple height-of-cut adjustmentย from 1.5 to 4.5 inches
- Service-friendly deck access via removable panel
Snapper 550Z-25/52 Zero Turn Riding Mower Specs
- Engine: Brand Briggs & Stratton
- Engine Model: Commercial Series, V-Twin, OHV
- Gross Horsepower: 25
- Engine Displacement (cc): 724
- Cylinders: 2
- Choke/Throttle: Separate Controls
- Fuel Tank Capacity (U.S. Gallons): 5.5
- Battery (cca): 300
- Transmission Type: Hydro-Gear ZT-3100
- Forward Speed (mph): 0-8
- Reverse Speed (mph): 0-4
- Brakes: Internal
- Chassis Frame: 11-Gauge Welded
- Front Axle: Steel, Fixed
- Front Tires (inches): 13 x 5
- Rear Tires (inches): 20 x 10
- Seat: 18โณ High-back, Adjustable
- Number of Anti-Scalping Wheels: 4 Front
- Steering: Twin-lever
- Mower Deck Type: Fabricated Steel
- Cutting Width (inches): 52 (61 in. model available)
- Number of Blades: 3
- Height-of-Cut Range (inches): 1.5-4.5
- Height-of-Cut Positions: 12
- Blade Engagement Electric
- Deck Thickness: 10-Gauge
- Deck Suspension: Frame Hung
- Spindles: Aluminum
- Mower Deck Lift: Mechanical, Foot Operated
- ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure): Standard
- Rear Bumper: Standard
- Hour Meter: Standard
- Cup Holder: Standard
- Fuel Level: Indicator Standard
- Armrest: Optional Accessory
- Assembled Length (inches): 78
- Assembled Width (inches): 63
- Assembled Height (inches): 66
- Warranty: 3-Years (Residential); 90-Days (Commercial Use); Lifetime (Fabricated Mower Deck)
- Price:ย $4,899 MAP (Minimum Advertised Price)
Snapper 550Z-24/52 Zero Turn Riding Mower Specifications
- Engine Brand: Kawasaki
- Engine Model: FR730V, V-Twin OHV
- Gross Horsepower: 24 HP
- Engine Displacement (cc): 726
- Cylinders: 2
- Choke/Throttle: Separate Controls
- Fuel Tank Capacity (U.S. Gallons): 5.5
- Battery (cca): 300
- Transmission Type: Hydro-Gear ZT-3100
- Forward Speed (mph): 0-8
- Reverse Speed (mph): 0-4
- Brakes: Internal
- Chassis Frame: 11-Gauge Welded
- Front Axle: Steel, Fixed
- Front Tires (inches): 13 x 5
- Rear Tires (inches): 20 x 10
- Seat: 18โณ High-back, Adjustable
- Number of Anti-Scalping Wheels: 4 Front
- Steering: Twin-lever
- Mower Deck Type: Fabricated Steel
- Cutting Width (inches): 52ย (61 in. model available)
- Number of Blades: 3
- Height-of-Cut Range (inches): 1.5-4.5
- Height-of-Cut Positions: 12
- Blade Engagement: Electric
- Deck Thickness: 10-Gauge
- Deck Suspension: Frame Hung
- Spindles: Aluminum
- Mower Deck Lift: Mechanical, Foot Operated
- ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure): Standard
- Rear Bumper: Standard
- Hour Meter: Standard
- Cup Holder: Standard
- Fuel Level Indicator: Standard
- Armrest: Optional Accessory
- Assembled Length (inches): 78
- Assembled Width (inches): 63
- Assembled Height (inches): 66
- Warranty: 3-Years (Residential); 90-Days (Commercial Use); Lifetime (Fabricated Mower Deck)
- Price: $5,099 MAP (Minimum Advertised Price)
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