The Model 226V-G4 zero-turn riding lawn mower features heavy-duty Hydro-Gear ZT-4400 commercial transaxles with 1-3/8-inch axles and integrated cooling fans for a longer service life. Enjoy the cost-effective zero radius performance and productivity of a professional-quality lawn mower that offers the best in comfort, durability and quality in an affordable package.
52″or 61″ Deck Size
Specifications
ENGINE
Type/Horsepower/Cylinders: B&S Vanguard, V-Twin
Displacement: 49.4 cu. in. (810 cc)
Lubrication System: Pressure Lube/Filter
Crankshaft: Vertical
Cooling System: Air
Fuel: Gasoline – unleaded
Fuel Capacity: 6.5 U.S. Gal. (26.6 l)
CUTTING HEIGHT RANGE: 1.0 to 4.5 in. (2.5 to 11.4 cm)
CONSTRUCTION: Double-layered 10-gauge plus 7-gauge formed-steel laminated spindle plane 0.313 in (7.95 mm) thick—more than 25% thicker than 0.25 in. (6.35 mm) with 7-gauge skirts for geometric strength. Spindle plane is 0.9 in. (22.86 mm) thick in stress zones.
BLADES (Tempered, alloy steel): (3) 21 in. (53.3 cm)
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
Trimability (Outside of std. tire to left trim side): N/A
STARTER & ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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.
ULTIMATE OPERATOR STATION
Seat: Iso-mounted Premium Comfort Seat with high-back, deep-cushioned, foam-padded Cordura®-covered, padded foldable arm rests, padded backrest with lumbar support, coil-spring suspension, and embroidered Grasshopper logo on seat back. Adjustable fore and aft.
Suspension: Roomy, iso-mounted footrest with Shock Impact Reduction System™ (SIRS™).
Console-mounted Instruments: Digital hour meter, parking brake indicator light, ignition switch, choke, and push/pull PTO switch.
Work Lights: Optional – LED
Hour Meter: Standard
TRANSMISSION & STEERING
Type: Heavy-duty Hydro-Gear ZT4400 hydrostatic transmissions with cooling fans, integrated transaxles with 12cc piston pumps and 16cc piston motors, gear reduction, internal disc brakes, and 1-3/8 inch axles.
Filtration/Hydro Fluid: Self-contained fluid and internal filtration. CoolTemp HydroMax™ fluid withstands high and low temperature extremes for extended service intervals after 100-hour break-in oil change.
Speed: 0 – 9.0 mph (0 – 14.5 kph) forward, 0 – 6.0 mph (0 – 9.7 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™ QuikAjust Tilt™ dual levers with 9-inch adjustment for a custom fit that automatically return to neutral from either forward or reverse position.
Brakes: Dynamic braking through hydrostatic transmission.
Parking Brake: Internal disc brake in transmission
TIRE SIZES
Drive Wheels – Standard (4-ply rated): 23×10.50×12 turf, 4-ply rated
Front Wheels – All Models: 13×6.50×6; pneumatic with greasable, double-sealed bearings to protect from grass wrap.
DIMENSIONS
Height (Seat Back): 46.0 in. (116.9 cm)
Height (Seat Cushion): 30.0 in. (76.2 cm)
Height (ROPS): 68.0 in. (172.7 cm)
Length (midmount w/ DuraMax® Deck – Mowing Position): 79.0 in. (200.7 cm)
Deck Width (Side Discharge): 74.5 in. (189.2 cm)
Deck Width (Mulch*): 62.5 in.* (158.8 cm)
WEIGHT
(Uncrated): 1030 lbs. (467.2 kg)
Mulching Package
Weight: 36 lbs. (16.3 kg)