MODEL 525V-42

The Grasshopper 525V-42 is the fastest, most economical and compact FrontMount™ riding lawn mower available. This zero-radius mower with a 42-inch front-mounted cutting deck will fit through 4-foot gates and is perfect for homeowners and landscape professionals. Enjoy all the zero-radius maneuverability, cut quality, comfort and durability that only Grasshopper riding lawn mowers provide. The PowerFold® Electric Deck Lift feature raises the deck to a near vertical position for easy cleaning and compact storage.

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*Models may be shown with optional equipment. Applicable freight, set-up and taxes not included in "Starting At" MSRP. Options and accessories extra. All prices USD and subject to change without notice. See local dealer for complete pricing and available offers.

  • Extra-deep, 5.5-inch deck is fabricated from heavy-gauge formed steel with a reinforced anvil edge
  • Specially designed cutting chambers enhance airflow for better cut quality
  • Deck easily converts from side discharge to optional Down Discharge™ mulching or PowerVac™ collection
  • Sentry™ spindles with massive, 8-inch flanges anchored in a 6-bolt pattern, spread the force of impact for greater strength
  • Spindle planes are fabricated from double-layered formed steel laminate and combine with the spindles to form a triple-strength deck to keep blades level and deliver a high-quality cut.
  • Sentry™ spindle guards shield spindle housing and seal lower bearings from fiber wrap and dirt ingestion

  • Only two Access-Eze™ lubrication points cut maintenance time up to 95%
  • Self-tensioning belts minimize cost and labor on routine maintenance

  • Standard, low profile operator protection structure (OPS) with an adjustable seatbelt
  • Dampened steering levers that return to neutral from forward and reverse
  • Interlock switches that shut down the engine when the operator leaves the seat while PTO is engaged or levers are in drive position

Standard on all FrontMount™ DuraMax® decks, PowerFold® is the zero-turn mower industry's first electric deck lift (introduced in 2004).

PowerFold® rotates the deck nearly 90 degrees to provide easy access to the underside of the deck for simplified maintenance and mulching package installation, plus space-saving portability and storage.

The feature also adjusts cutting height between 2.0 and 4.5 inches and controls deck lift functions using a single switch.

  • The deep-cushioned, deluxe Premium Comfort Seat features a coil-spring suspension and padded lumbar support for all-day comfort. Iso-mounting eliminates vibration before it reaches the seat, and both padded seat and armrests are covered in scuff-resistant, breathable CoolTemp Cordura® fabric, which dissipates heat and won’t tear or crack with extended use.
  • Operational controls including throttle, choke and angled View-Eze™ console and adjustable cup holder are well positioned for visibility and ease of reach
  • One- or two-handed operation with ComfortReach™ adjustable Hydra-Smooth™ dual levers that automatically return to neutral from either forward or reverse position.

  • Commercial Use: 2-year or 800-hour (whichever comes first); limited warranty covering parts and labor.
  • Residential Use: 4-year or 800-hour (whichever comes first); limited warranty: First two years covering parts and labor, last two years covering parts only.

  • Design-matched, fully hydraulic Parker HTE Series integrated pump-and-wheel-motor transmissions with in-line cooling fans and fine-particle filtration
  • No power-robbing gearbox or other wear parts for longer service life
  • Provides best-in-class transmission fluid change interval with no break-in period, reducing costs and maintenance time

  • Robotically-welded steel construction for long-lasting durability
  • Centered-bearing design provides greater load-bearing capacity to handle the weight of operator, fuel and high-capacity collector with reserve strength for curb shocks and weight shifts
  • Tough-as-nails powder-coated finish is fusion-bonded for chip and rust resistance

  • 724 cc (44.2 cu. in.) B&S CXi engine, V-Twin, OHV engine
  • Heavy-duty components enhance power and reliability
  • Five-step, Integrated Cyclonic Air Management System for cleaner performance
  • Extended maintenance intervals
  • Three-year limited commercial engine manufacturer warranty (see dealer for details)

Type/Horsepower/Cylinders
B&S CXi Engine
Displacement
44.2 cu. in. (724 cc)
Lubrication System
Pressure Lube/Filter
Crankshaft
Vertical
Cooling System
Air
Fuel
Gasoline - unleaded
Fuel Capacity
4.0 U.S. Gal (15.1 l)
Optional Fuel Capacity
NA
Air Cleaner
Integrated, cyclonic air cleaner with 5-step debris management system
Muffler
Ultra quiet, single, industrial type.
DECK
NA
Mulching Package #
504569(42)
DURAMAX® DECK SIZE
– 41" Deck
NA
– 42" Deck
*
– 44" Deck
NA
– 48" Deck
NA
– 52" Deck
NA
– 61" Deck
NA
– 72" Deck
NA
CUTTING HEIGHT RANGE
2.0 - 4.5 in. (5.1 - 11.4 cm)
CONSTRUCTION (Robotic-welded steel)
Geometrically engineered design with 10-gauge skirts withstands the brunt of commercial mowing. (3) Sentry™ spindles and a triple-strength upper deck over 0.50-in. thick in stress zones. Formed double thickness hardened steel truss spindle plane is 0.210 in. - equal to 5-gauge (5.31 mm)
BLADES (Tempered, alloy steel)
– 41" Deck
NA
– 42" Deck
(3) 15 in. (38.1 cm)
– 44" Deck
NA
– 48" Deck
NA
– 52" Deck
NA
– 61" Deck
NA
– 72" Deck
NA
SPINDLE ASSEMBLIES
Sentry™ Spindle System, 2.5 cm (approx. 1 in.) O.D. shaft. Spindle head designed to eliminate fiber wrap. Double bearings, non-greasable. Spindle cones shield housing and lower bearings from fiber wrap and dirt ingestion.
SPINDLE HOUSINGS
8 in. (20.3 cm)-diameter machined aluminum housing with 6-bolt pattern.
BLADE DRIVE
Belt drive with single Kevlar V-belt and idler arm tensioning.
TRIMABILITY (Outside of std. tire to left trim side)
– 41" Deck
NA
– 42" Deck
0 in.
– 44" Deck
NA
– 48" Deck
NA
– 52" Deck
NA
– 61" Deck
NA
– 72" Deck
NA
Battery (maintenance-free)
12 Volt
Starter
Solenoid shift
Ignition
Breakerless
Interlock System
Prevents engine start when PTO clutch is engaged or steering levers are in drive position. Allows operator dismount without engine shutdown only when PTO is disengaged and steering levers are locked in neutral.
Seat
Iso-mounted Premium Comfort Seat. Features include a high-back, deep-cushioned, foam-padded Cordura®-covered, padded arm rests, padded backrest with lumbar support, coil-spring suspension and embroidered Grasshopper logo on seat back.
Suspension
InFrame™ suspension
Console-mounted Instruments
Low engine oil pressure and parking brake indicator lights, digital hour meter, ignition and push/pull PTO switches. Choke integrated with throttle lever.
Work Lights
Optional - LED
Hour Meter
Standard
Type
Design-matched hydrostatic system with integral cooling fans. Fully hydraulic, integrated Parker HTE Series transmission with variable displacement piston-type pumps and high-torque wheel motors for each drive wheel.
Filtration/Hydro Fluid
Internal field-serviceable filter / No break-in oil change required; best-in-class service intervals with CoolTemp Hydro-Max™ fluid.
Speed
0 - 8.0 mph (0 - 12.9 kph) forward 0-5.5 mph (0-8.9 kph) reverse.
Turning Radius
True zero degree, turns within own length with counter-rotating, independently powered drive wheels.
Steering
One- or two-hand operation with adjustable HydraSmooth™ dual levers that automatically return to neutral from either forward or reverse position.
Brakes
Dynamic braking through hydrostatic transmission.
Parking Brake
Drum style.
Attachment Drive
NA
MidMount
Drive Wheels - Standard (4-ply rated)
– 41" Deck
NA
– 42" Deck
NA
– 44" Deck
NA
– 48" Deck
NA
– 52" Deck
NA
– 61" Deck
NA
– 72" Deck
NA
Drive Wheels – Optional (4-ply rated)
NA
Front Wheels – All Models
NA
FrontMount
Drive Wheels – Standard (4-ply rated)
20x8.00x10, turf tread, 4-ply rated
Drive Wheels – Optional (4-ply rated)
20x8.00x10, bar tread, 4-ply rated
Single Tail Wheel
13x6.50x6 rib tread, pneumatic
Wide Stance Single Fork Tail Wheel
NA
Deck Tires (4-ply rated)
– 41" Deck
NA
– 42" Deck
9x3.50x4 (flat proof), 4-ply rated
– 44" Deck
NA
– 48" Deck
NA
– 52" Deck
NA
– 61" Deck
NA
– 72" Deck
NA
Height (Seat Back)
45.0 in. (114.3 cm)
Height (Seat Cushion)
29.0 in. (73.7 cm)
Height (ROPS)
64.0 in. (162.6 cm)
Length (frontmount w/ DuraMax® Deck - Mowing Position)
– 41" Deck
NA
– 42" Deck
97.0 in. (246.4 cm)
– 44" Deck
NA
– 48" Deck
NA
– 52" Deck
NA
– 61" Deck
NA
– 72" Deck
NA
Length (FrontMount Power Unit + DuraMax® Deck - Folded Up)
– 41" Deck
NA
– 42" Deck
87.0 in. (221.0 cm)
– 44" Deck
NA
– 48" Deck
NA
– 52" Deck
NA
– 61" Deck
NA
– 72" Deck
NA
Deck Width (Side Discharge)
– 41" Deck
NA
– 42" Deck
55.5 in. (141.0 cm)
– 44" Deck
NA
– 48" Deck
NA
– 52" Deck
NA
– 61" Deck
NA
– 72" Deck
NA
Deck Width (Mulch*)
– 41" Deck
NA
– 42" Deck
43.5 in.* (110.5 cm)
– 44" Deck
NA
– 48" Deck
NA
– 52" Deck
NA
– 61" Deck
NA
– 72" Deck
NA
FrontMount PowerUnit Only (Width/Length)
42.0 in. (106.7 cm)/59.5 in. (151.1 cm)
FrontMount Power Unit (Wheelbase)
47.0 in. (119.4 cm)
(Uncrated)
– 41" Deck
NA
– 42" Deck
935 lbs. (424.1 kg)
– 44" Deck
NA
– 48" Deck
NA
– 52" Deck
NA
– 61" Deck
NA
– 72" Deck
NA
FrontMount Power Unit Only (uncrated)
650 lbs. (294.8 kg)
FrontMount Deck Only - Side Discharge (uncrated)
– 41" Deck
NA
– 42" Deck
285 lbs. (129.3 kg)
– 44" Deck
NA
– 48" Deck
NA
– 52" Deck
NA
– 61" Deck
NA
– 72" Deck
NA
Mulching Package
– 41" Deck
NA
– 42" Deck
22 lbs. (10.0 kg)
– 44" Deck
NA
– 48" Deck
NA
– 52" Deck
NA
– 61" Deck
NA
– 72" Deck
NA

All specifications and information displayed on this Web site are subject to change without notice.

Dual-fork tail wheels or wide stance single-fork tail wheels.

Yellow beacon attaches to OPS to provide greater visibility in high-traffic areas.

Lightweight, water repellent, UV-resistant vinyl canopy mounts easily to OPS or ROPS to limit exposure to direct sunlight, reducing eye strain and increasing operator comfort.

The Adjustable Cup Holder locks into multiple positions to accommodate a wide range of drink sizes.

The optional Down Discharge™ mulching package with GrassMax™ High-Low Mulching blades cuts and recuts clippings and directs them deep into the turf, enriching turf and producing a beautifully manicured cut.

Provides an additional two inches of leg clearance.

Diamond-plated aluminum canopy is highly resistant to abrasions. Mounts to ROPS or OPS to increase operator comfort by limiting exposure to direct sunlight and reducing eye strain. Canopy tilts up and down to accommodate operator’s size. Optional cooling fan and LED light kit increase operator comfort and visibility.

LED work lights provide improved visibility in low light situations.

Powerful, deck-driven PowerVac™ collection systems deliver one-pass perfection every time, and are available with a wide range of twin or triple mesh bag or high-capacity metal hopper collectors.

QuikAjust Tilt™ steering levers with "no tools" adjustment provide a 9-inch range for maximum comfort and fit while maintaining natural arm and wrist positions. 

Control the discharge of the mower deck to avoid putting clippings in flower beds and on sidewalks

Optional low-pressure, high-flotation bar-tread tires flex with the terrain for maximum traction and minimize scuffing caused by wheel spin-out.