Hustler Super ZT - Manual

H u s t l e r T u r f E q u i p m e n t S u p e r Z

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& H u s t l e r Z

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Engine Specifications:

A plethora of engine options

await you when you chose your Hustler Z or Super Z.
Honda, Kawasaki, and Kohler gasoline engines from
23 to 31 hp. Liquid-cooled and EFI models, also. Even
Shibaura diesel engines are available.

Super Z

™

and Hustler Z

™

Specifications

Form No. 782698 3-08

The 9-bushel BAC-VAC™ fiberglass catcher
empties from the driver’s seat and features
a flow-through venting system

THE HUSTLER Zs: BE DIFFERENT. BE BETTER.

With an extremely wide footprint, the lowest seat height in the industry,
and idealized placement of weight over the drive tires, Hustler Zs & Super Zs
both deliver superb machine balance, resulting in improved traction and
exceptionally responsive handling. In fact, the new Hustler Zs & Super Zs
handle better on slopes than any other midmount rider. Because of its heavier
construction, the Hustler Zs & Super Zs will perform like a mountain goat on
the most intimidating inclines.

At the same time, the Z incorporates all the details of Hustler design,
the extra added touches that distinguish this mower from any other
Z-rider out there.

• Thicker foam padding on steering levers for ideal comfort in

any operating position

• Seat and steering levers are adjustable to guarantee a perfect

fit for nearly any operator

• Very high blade-tip speed for superior quality of cut and ideal

distribution of clippings

• Cutting heights from 1” to 5” in 1/4” increments.

• 1” spindle shaft for maximized durability

• Oil cooler with cooling fan on the Super Z

Demo a Super Z or Hustler Z today. Waiting for you will be the most durable,
most productive, most feature-rich Z-rider on the market. At one of the
industry’s lowest purchase prices among 60-inch-deck models – legendary
Hustler performance and reliability at a very affordable price.

Experience the difference.

A rocketing 15 mph top-speed

on the Super Z

Announcing the newest trend in Z-riders:

TH E S O U N D B A R R I E R

The spoiler is not just for looks: the Hustler Super Z™ is fast, at a scorching 15 miles-
per-hour, the fastest z-rider on the market. While the Super Z makes quick work of
even the largest, most obstacle-prone mowing jobs, it delivers a professional-grade
cut, a finish that belies the speed of the mowing. From the toughest front caster forks
in the industry to the day-long 14-gallon fuel capacity, the Super Z has been built for
speed. Large Hydro-Gear hydraulic pumps and White wheel motors draw power from
fuel-efficient, high-horse Honda, Kawasaki, or Kohler engines. An oil cooler protects
the hydraulics, dramatically extending the system’s life at top speed. And – with its
wide stance and low, low profile – the Super Z clings goatlike to slopes, stable and
sure, as flat-out productive as on the level straightaways.

Like the Super Z, the Hustler Z™ has been built tough in an almost military way.
Heavy-gauge rectangular tubing for the mainframe, drive motors mounted to welded
steel, roller bearings for the front caster mounts, high-horse engines up to 29 hp, a
12-volt positive-engagement starter, dual hydrostatic traction drive with big Hydro-
Gear pumps and Ross high-torque wheel motors – the components of a mower with
long, hard use on its mind. No other mowers can match Hustler Zs in the unbending
strength of their frames, front forks, decks, and blade spindles, each supported by
warranties with serious teeth.

Hustler Zs are quick out of the shop too, with the simplest maintenance requirements
in commercial mowing. As you’d expect with a Hustler, the warranties are anything
but fast – a full two-year bumper-to-bumper deal, parts and labor, with a lifetime
guarantee backing up the frame and leading edge of the deck. Even the hydraulic
hoses and fittings are guaranteed to never leak!

That loud boom which often accompanies the arrival of Super Zs in the
neighborhood?

Pay it no mind.

B E SI M P LE. B E STRONG.

The Hustler Zs bring along all the toughness, all the
durability, all the proven reliability of legendary Hustler
engineering. A patented automatic park-brake system
makes the mower’s starting sequence much more
natural and instinctive, and it greatly enhances the
mower’s overall safety: easier engagement of brakes
on slopes, simpler and safer dismounts with the engine
running. When the steering levers are placed in neutral
position (folded out), the automotive-style drum brakes
are engaged. Simplicity itself!

Everything about the Hustler Zs have been designed
for trouble-free long-term performance. The Hustler
Zs are simply the strongest, most ruggedly durable
midmount riders ever built.

BRAKE OFF

BRAKE ON

Hydraulic oil cooler,

cooling fan and

spoiler on

Super Z

Form No. 782698 3-08

H u s t l e r T u r f E q u i p m e n t S u p e r Z

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& H u s t l e r Z

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H u s t l e r T u r f E q u i p m e n t • H e s s t o n , K a n s a s 6 7 0 6 2 • 1 - 8 0 0 - 3 9 5 - 4 7 5 7

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n :

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The XR-7

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Deck

with attached

mulching kit for

flawless

dual side

trimming.

Starter

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

Ignition

Electronic

Charging System

12-volt, 15-amp

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. Super Z
features transmission drive (oil) cooler for increased system life.

Pumps

Two variable displacement, axial-piston type. Each pump

powers one drive-wheel motor. Hydro-Gear BDP21 (Super Z),
Hydro-Gear BDP10 (Hustler Z)

Pump Drive

V-belt drive from engine crankshaft

Hydraulic Lines

Stainless-steel, high-pressure lines with Parker Seal-

Lok

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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 18 (Super Z), Ross MB 15 (Hustler Z)

Filter

Spin-on type; 25 micron (Super Z), 40 micron (Hustler Z),

Ground Speed

Infinitely variable:

Forward: Super Z:

0-15 mph (0-24.14 kph),

Hustler Z:

0-9 mph (0-14.48 kph)

Reverse:

Super Z:

0-7.5 mph (0-12.07 kph)

Hustler Z:

0-5 mph (0-8 kph)

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 6.50 – 6, rib tread

Drive: 54”in 23 x 9.50 – 12, turf tread
60 & 72”in 24 x 12.00 – 12, turf tread

CAPACITIES:

Fuel System:

14.4 US gal (54.5 l)

Hydraulic Oil: Super Z

2 US gal (7.57 l)

Hydraulic Oil: Hustler Z

1.5 US gal (5.7 l)

DIMENSIONS:

Height:

39 in (99 cm)

Height with ROPS

69 in (175 cm)

W/54 in Deck

Length:

78 in (198.1 cm)

Overall width:

55 in (139.7 cm) w/discharge chute up

Tire-to-tire width:

52 in (132.08 cm)

Weight:

1180 lbs (535.24 kg)

W/60 in Deck

Length:

80 in (203.2 cm)

Overall width:

61 in (154.94 cm) w/discharge chute up

Tire-to-tire width:

52 in (132.08 cm)

Weight:

1212 lbs (549.75 kg)

W/66 in Deck

Length:

82 in (208.3 cm)

Overall width:

67 in (170.18 cm) w/discharge chute up

Tire-to-tire width:

59 in (149.86 cm)

Weight:

1254 lbs: (568.8 kg)

W/72 in Deck

Length:

84.5 in (214.6 cm)

Overall width:

73 in (185.42 cm) w/discharge chute up

Tire-to-tire width:

59 in (149.86 cm)

Weight:

1296 lbs (587.86 kg)

SAFETY FEATURES

Operator presence system connected to deck, seat,

and park brakes. Stabilizer rollers at rear of tractor. Certified, 2-post,
foldable ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure)

SEAT
Standard:

Molded-vinyl seat with armrests. Fore and aft adjustment

Optional:

Molded-vinyl suspension seat with armrests. Fore and aft

adjustment

CONSTRUCTION:

Mainframe is 1.5 in x 3 in x .187 in (3.8 cm x 7.62

cm x .47 cm) rectangular steel tubing with internal gusset in frame bend
Drive motors mounted to .179 in (.45 cm) welded steel. Front caster
wheels mounted with roller bearings on each wheel. Front caster forks are
.5 in (1.27 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™

MOWING DECKS
54”, 60”, 66”, and 72” Side-Discharge Decks

54”, 60”, and 72” Rear-Discharge Decks
Type

Free-floating mower using three blades with center blade to the

front. Mower is suspended at the corners. Includes 6 deck-mounted rollers
to improve flotation in rolling and uneven terrain.

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.

Construction

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

with 7-gauge triplers at each spindle mount (nearly 1/2-in thick!) Solid
1-1/2 in x 1/2 in flat steel flat bars reinforce impact areas on trim edges.
7-gauge reinforced front edge. Lifetime warranty on leading edge of deck.
Steel deck housing is 5.80 in (10.16 cm) deep to provide room for high-
capacity mowing. Molded rubber discharge chute.

Cutting Heights

Foot-operated deck height adjustment. Pin for

setting height, detent for transport position. Height adjustment in .25 in
increments from 1 in to 5 in (2.55 cm to 12.7 cm).

Mowing Blades

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

54 in: 18.50 in x 2.50 in x .203 in flat blade, high sail Fusion™ blade
60 in: 20.50 in x 2.50 in x .203 in flat blade, high sail Fusion™ blade
66 in: 22.50 in x 2.50 in x .203 in flat blade, high sail Fusion™ blade
72 in: 24.50 in x 2.50 in x .230 in flat blade, high sail Fusion™ blade

Blade Tip Speed Side-Discharge Decks Rear-Discharge Decks

54 in:

18,400 fpm

54 in:

18,400 fpm

60 in

: 18,400 fpm

60 in

: 18,350 fpm

66 in:

18,900 fpm

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72 in:

18,900 fpm

72 in:

18,800 fpm

Blade Drive

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

Spindles

Machine ductile housing, 1 in (2.5 cm) diameter high carbon steel

shafts and sealed ball bearings. 3-year warranty on spindle bearings.

Flotation

Suspended mower floats on four spring-assisted chains. 6 anti-

scalp wheels are standard.

Discharge Chute

(Side-Discharge Only) Molded rubber. Over-center design

allows chute to be folded up for improved trailering or to pass thru gates, etc.

Width of Cut

Side-Discharge Decks

Rear-Discharge Decks

54 in:

54 in (137.16 cm)

54 in:

53.1 in (134.9 cm)

60 in:

60 in (152.4 cm)

60 in:

59 in (149.9 cm)

66 in:

66 in (167.64 cm)

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72 in:

72 in (182.88 cm)

72 in:

69 in (175.26 cm)

Trim Capacity Side-Discharge Decks

Rear-Discharge Decks

(left side)

54 in:

0 in (0 cm)

54 in:

0 in (0 cm)

60 in:

3 in (7.62 cm)

60 in:

4.5 in (11.4 cm)

66 in:

4 in (10.16 cm)

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72 in:

7 in (17.78 cm)

72 in:

9.5 in (24.1 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. Dimensions: 56” tall, adds 24” to tractor length, adds
13.5” to deck width with discharge chute removed.

3-Bag Catcher

Rear-mounted, 12-bushel capacity. Blower is powered from

right-side deck spindle (no pony engine required). Easy-on, easy-off blower
and hopper assemblies. Dimensions: 46” tall, adds 26” to tractor length, adds
13.5” to width with discharge chute removed.

Custom Rear Bumper

The ultimate in monograms! Have your message

laser-cut into Hustler steel

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.

Light Kit

Work all night if you want

Striping Roller

Steel roller mounts to rear of deck. Produces beautiful

striping patterns in lawn

Flex Forks

™ Shock-absorbing front-caster-wheel forks for a smooth ride

and smoother cut

Flex Seat

™ Like a rocking chair for your mower

Steering Exrtension Kit

For taller or “rounder” operators

Snow Blade

56”-wide, heavy-duty, reversible, replaceable cutting edge.

Manual angling in 3 positions

Hydraulic Deck Lift Kit

Raise and lower the deck with the flip of a switch

Jack Kit

Makes lifting your Hustler safer and easier. Provides easy access

under the deck. Mounts on front or rear of tractor.

Semi-Pneumatic Tires

Eliminate flats, but keep a smooth ride

Specifications subject to change without notice.