Hustler Mini Super Z - Manual

Starter

12-volt (.8 kw), solenoid shift positive engagement

Ignition

Electronic

Charging System

12-volt, 15-amp

Fuel

Unleaded gasoline with octane rating of 87 or higher

Fuel Filter

Replaceable, automotive-type

Air Filter

Heavy-duty air cleaner to extend the service interval for

excessive, dirty applications and improved performance

Cooling

Air cooled. Fly-wheel fan

Governor

Mechanical

TRACTION DRIVE SYSTEM
Type

Dual hydrostatic. Individual pumps power two direct-drive

wheel motors. Hydrostatic system operates on 10W40 motor oil.

Transmission drive (oil) cooler for increased system life.

Pumps

Two variable displacement, axial-piston type. Each pump

powers one drive-wheel motor. Mini Z: Hydro-Gear BDP10 Super

Mini Z: Hydro-Gear BDP16

Pump Drive

V-belt drive from engine crankshaft

Hydraulic Lines

Stainless-steel, high-pressure lines with Parker

Seal-Lok™ O-Ring Face-Seal fittings. Hydraulic lines and fittings

guaranteed to never leak!

Final Drive

Direct-drive high-torque wheel motors. One for each

drive wheel. White CE 12

Filter

40 micron, spin-on type

Ground Speed

Infinitely variable

Mini Z: 0-9 mph (0-14.48 kph) forward, 0-7 mph (0-11.27 kph)

reverse. Super Mini Z: Forward 0-13 mph (0-20.92 kph) forward,

0-7 mph (0-11.27 kph) reverse

Steering

Twin-lever SmoothTrak™ steering provides independent

control of each drive wheel. Speed, forward, reverse, brake, and turns

are all controlled with hand-operated controls

Turning Radius

True zero degree. Turns within its own length.

Counter-rotating, independent drive wheels

BRAKES:

Service:

Hydrostatic dynamic braking

Parking:

Automotive-style drum brakes. When steering levers

are placed in neutral position, integral park brakes are

automatically engaged

Mower Drive

Single V-belt drive from engine with electric clutch.

Spring tension idler for extended belt life.

TIRES:

Front:

13 x 5.00 – 6, rib tread

Drive:

23 x 9.50 – 12, turf tread

CAPACITIES:

Fuel System:

12 US gal (45.4 l)

Hydraulic Oil:

2 US gal (7.57 l)

DIMENSIONS:

Height:

40 in (101.6 cm)

W/44 in Deck

Length:

72 in (182.88 cm)

Overall width:

45 in (114.3 cm) with disc. chute up

Tire-to-tire width:

44 in (111.76 cm)

Weight:

985 lbs (446.79 kg)

W/52 in Deck

Length:

75 in (190.5 cm)

Overall width:

53 in (134.6 cm) with disc. chute up

Tire-to-tire width:

44 in (111.76 cm)

Weight:

985 lbs (446.79 kg)

Safety Features

Operator presence system connected to deck and

drive clutches. Stabilizer rollers at rear of tractor

Seat

Standard: Molded-vinyl seat with armrests. Fore and aft adjustment

Construction:

Mainframe is 1.5 in x 2 in x .125 in (3.8 cm x 5.08

cm x .32 cm) rectangular steel tubing. Drive motors mounted to .179

in (.45 cm) welded steel. Front caster wheels mounted with roller

bearings on each wheel. Front caster forks are .375 in (.95 cm) steel

Deck Lift:

Foot-operated deck height adjustment. Pin for setting

height, detent for transport position

Controls

: Hand-operated choke/throttle, ignition switch, electric

mower clutch. Integrated parking brakes

Indicators:

Hour meter, engine warning light

Cup Holder:

Two cup holders molded into the left side fuel tank.

Accommodates nearly any cup size including Big Gulp

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MOWING DECKS
44”, and 52” side-discharge decks
Type

Free-floating mower using three blades with center blade to

the front. Mower is suspended at the corners. Includes deck-mounted

rollers to improve flotation in rolling and uneven terrain.

Construction

11-gauge deck plate with an 7-guage deck plate

doubler with.125 in (.317 cm) welded steel. Solid 1 in x .375 in

(2.55 cm x .95 cm) steel bars reinforce impact areas on trim edges.

.187 in x .375 in (.47 cm x .95 cm) box-section reinforced front edge.

Steel deck housing is 4 in (10.16 cm) deep to provide room for high-

capacity mowing.

Deck Lift

Raise and lower deck from driver’s seat with simple foot-

operated deck height adjustment. Pin for setting height, transport

position. Change cutting heights, hop curbs and trailer more easily.

Cutting Heights

Foot-operated deck height adjustment. Pin for set-

ting height, detent for transport position. Height adjustment in .25 in

increments from 1 in to 4.5 in (2.55 cm to 11.43 cm).

Mowing Blades

Heavy-duty, heat-treated, high-lift steel blade

44 in: 16 in x 2.5 in x .20 in

52 in: 18 in x 2.5 in x .20 in

Blade Tip Speed

44 in: 16,100 fpm

52 in: 18,300 fpm

Blade Drive

V-belt drive to all three spindles. Spring tension idler

pulleys.

Spindles

Machine aluminum housing, 1 in (2.5 cm) diameter high

carbon steel shafts and sealed ball bearings.

Flotation

Suspended mower floats on four spring-assisted chains. 6

anti-scalp wheels are standard.

Width of Cut

44 in: 44 in (111.76 cm)

52 in: 52 in (132.08 cm)

Trim Capacity

(left side)

44 in: .5 in (1.27 cm)

52 in: 6 in (15.24 cm)

ACCESSORIES
BAC-VAC™ Catcher

Rear-mounted, 9-bushel hopper is dumped

from the seat without leaving the machine. Blower is powered from

right-side deck spindle (no pony engine required). Hopper and blower

can be added or removed in seconds.

Rear-Mount, 2-Bag Catcher

6-bushel capacity. Hand-dump wher-

ever you like or line with trash bags for easier handling. Blower is

powered from right-side deck spindle (no pony engine required).

Mulch Kit

Recycles clippings under deck allowing clippings to be cut

and recut, then discharged down into the grass. Reduces handling

of clippings, improves appearance, and recycles nutrients back to

the soil.

Hitch Kit

Optional bolt-on hitch with 7/8-inch hole. Will accept any

standard ball.

Flex Forks

Flex Forks

™

smooth out the ride producing a more even

cut especially over uneven terrain. A smoother ride allows for greater

operator comfort at higher speeds. Mow faster, get done sooner.

Light Kits

An aftermarket kit that mounts easily to the fuel tanks.

The light kit will allow you to start earlier and finish later. Available

for the FasTrak

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, Hustler Mini Z

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and Hustler Z

™

.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

Form No. 787416 4-06

H u s t e r Tu r f E q u i p m e n t

M i n i Z

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& S u p e r M i n i Z

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H u s t e r Tu r f E q u i p m e n t

M i n i Z

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& S u p e r M i n i Z

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Mini Z

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/Super Mini Z

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Specifications

Form No. 787416 4-06

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Model

Kawasaki

Kawasaki

Kawasaki

Honda

Kohler

Horsepower

19

23

25

24

20

No. of Cylinders

2

2

2

2

2

Displacement

41.2 cu in (675 cc)

41.2 cu in (675 cc)

41.2 cu in (675 cc)

40.9 cu in (670 cc)

38.0 cu in (660 cc)

Compression Ratio

8.1:1

8.1:1

8.1:1

8.3:1

8.5:1

Max. Torque

37.0 ft lbs @ 2400 rpm

39.8 ft lbs @ 2400 rpm

41.0 ft lbs @ 2400 rpm

37.5 ft lbs @ 2500 rpm

36.2 ft lbs @ 2600 rpm

LAWNCARE CONTRACTORS HAVE DISCOVERED

THAT SMALLER IS BETTER, IN MANY CASES.

The Hustler Mini Zs merge compact size and high horsepower. Its dimensions
ensure maximized efficiency. The horsepower ensures cutting power and top
speeds in the class, 13 mph in the case of the Super Mini Z!

The Mini Z and Super Mini Z address other needs of the lawncare
professional as well, delivering comfort, safety, and ergonomic
support throughout long days on the job. A comprehensive set of
features unique to Hustler make these mowers the most convenient,
most accessible, most easily and safely operated in the mini class.

The Mini Zs will demonstrate their true worth over many long mowing
seasons. Year to year, their ease of maintenance, their rugged durability, their
ready-when-you-are reliability will prove again and again their value, design,
and craftmanship.

Dependability shows itself over time. Serviceability is a day-to-day issue.
And no other mower in the class comes close to the Hustler Minis’ absolute
simplicity of maintenance.

Thousands of lawncare pros and high-end residential users know the Hustler
Mini Zs cut a big job down to size.

SOMETIMES, SIZE DOES MATTER!

A patented automatic parking brake system – a simple straight-
forward starting sequence; enhanced safety in starting on slopes;
easier dismounts – no protracted gyrations to engage brakes,
clutch, or engine ignition, as with competitive machines.

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