Brian's Lawn Maintenance have you considered looking at the Ventrac 4500? Its a articularing unit, costs more but for the different attachments seems like a great buy overall and would be interesting to see a demo and your thoughts on it
Just wanted to thank you for keeping the reviews honest. Us little guys and home owners need the facts. Especially when we can only afford to buy onve. Thank you.
Yep. I’m getting one. My Z1 48” 23HP is a beast, so I can only imagine. With sharp blades, and a second pass, that grass there you cut would be perfect.
Love the demo. I got to demo a Z2 for a week. It was a 61 inch cut with a 25.5 Kawasaki. The dealer didn't have a 52 inch to demo. That is what I am in the market for. Truly enjoyed running the mower. Run Ferris walk behinds and ZTR's. I have ran them the last two years with no concerns. Look forward to your continuing reviews.
The best choice really from a business standpoint for me would be dealer support. In my area scag has that advantage hands down. Some things you just can’t fix yourself and a dealer well stocked in parts as well as mowers can keep you in the field mowing even during a major mechanical failure.
The reason I use scag is when I was in the market for a mower I talked to all the mechanics in the area, and they all said Scag was in the shop the least out of all of them. Can’t go wrong, not always the most fancy, but they are tough as nails
I bought the Ferris Z2 52" w/oil guard. I can't say enough good things about it. I tried Wright and Scag but drove right back to my Ferris dealer. I only mow about 34 acres a week but it does it with ease and leaves a perfect cut. I will buy Ferris until another brand can step up and beat them and with the new Z3 I don't see anyone beating them anytime soon.
Just Demo a Ferris Z2 52” 28 hp. I was defiantly impressed with Hill side grip and discharged of grass clippings. Did you notice how when maneuvering around obstacles the inside wheel stays moving when lever is neutral. I ask the rep and said they design it like that so you minimize turf damage when turning. Very nice machine. Looking to trade my Hustler SuperS I just bought last year in to get the Ferris
One benefit i could see to having the gas guage where it is, the face of it doesn't cloud up like it does on units left on open trailers all the time, where the sun shines on them all day frying the plastic lens.
Brian, I have a 52" z2 with the efi and I agree with all you're likes and dislikes of the machine. I've had it for 2 years and it's treated me awesome so far. Also the red light is like a check engine light I believe
Nice review! We love Ferris and the warranty and how they stand behind their products are awesome. I understand what you're saying about how the icd handles on hills. We have a lot of them and Rachel uses the 61" and likes it better than the 36" because it hugs the ground and the operator.
Scag, then ferris so far, But ive heard nothing but great things about the toro. I cant wait for your review of the grandstand. I really want to hear what you think! It would be the brand id sell my vride for if that time came. I cant wait. Please do alot of mowing footage with the toro if you can.
Ferris!!! Suspension allows you to go faster, it has the gas tank sitting on the rear wheels so its amazing on hills. Beats scag. You just need to get better hi lift blades. Great deck
Started watching you on Feb 2018. When I decided to go full time. Love your videos and tips and def love the demos! Been looking for a good mower for when I break into commerical. Still in residential. Making my way.
The Ferris looks like an awesome mower. I liked the Scag V Ride 2 from your first video so much that I went out last week an bought one. The Scag is a solid machine!
Brian's Lawn Maintenance my pleasure. I run a small yt channel mainly featuring different jobs I do on my 54 acre estate. There is obviously a lot of mowing involved and thanks to your videos I've learned how to facilitate my job with commercial graded equipment. Cheers! 👍👏
In that tall grass test, just listen to the machine, the engine never loads up or bogs or changes pitch at all! It never even makes any noise like you think you are even working it hard at all! Amazing! Couldn't go wrong with this Z3 or a Z2 or a Scag V Ride 2. Curious to what you think of the newer Grandstand model shortly.... Thanks and keep up the great content Brian!
Ok here is the view from a customers angle. Out of the 3 mower you used on my yard I feel that the Farris edged out your Xmark and beat the Scag Tiger hands down.
One of the things not mentioned by the rep in the intro video or in the debrief video for the z3x is the front of the deck is mounted to the articulating front axle. This allows the deck to also articulate to the off camber slopes. Preventing scalping that you would get from other non articulating frames. Also the zt 4400 hydros are much better than the zt3400 that come on most other stand on mowers.
Another cool thing about the Ferris with oil guard is that there is no break-in period.You buy the the mower new and run it (500hrs or 1 year which ever comes first)My only complaint is that the spindles use a lot of grease. (20-40 pumps of grease per spindle) twice a week when I change blades. I'm at 400hrs now and I've had since last fall.
Need to try the exmark stand ons. That's what I use on a daily basis. They come in a range of different size decks. I have a 36 and a 48 on my trailer.
Great review Brian. Mower looks great and sounds awesome. We checked out Ferris couple of days ago and it looked good plus sales guy sounded very confident on its cut, engine and quality. I have noticed rust on the levers that raise and drop the cutting deck. The mower was brand new on the showroom floor, so seeing rust on it already seems odd. We have several Wrights with one in particular having over 1200 hrs (Kawasaki engine)on it with zero rust and only minor issues over the years. I suggest check them out too before you make a decision. Also, it would be a great idea to see how the mowers you are testing pick up grass and mulch leaves. To be honest they all cut grass, but how do they pick it up when requested.
"ABSOTIVELY" (the Wright ) hopefully you'll be getting on the 30 HP ZK 61" .. Can't wait to see that one probably as much as z3x. Great review. (I'll say it.. Unless your watching knitting onyouvtube, your watching a 20 m video , let alone having to go through what u covered) Can't wait for the ZK demo! Appreciate all the time your taking doing these for us "deplorables" Brian. I'm in market / but exmark had just opened close by, but one thing I can't decide is say a property with all the above type of topography, as in flat open 3+ acre open field/ then drainage "mote" (retention sloped on both sides/ whole perimeter of approximately 2 acres - primary building) about 6' slope - both sides/ only dry season completely mowing bottom/ but slick & always stuck in bottom if you can't "hang" in rain season (east cent FL) maybe a 52" then.. would be more applicable, Then again, big open field.. Wondering if a 52" will actually perform better overall due to the mixture of "resi's" over - commercial or "common area " mowing acct's. Gettin older, maybe sitting is worth it over the shorter stander & ALSO sware by that foot assist deck - over - hump / non scalp vs NOT being able to on stander and SCALP. 😬 👍 and the stander seems like it would "bronco" Alot more due to its "stubbyness" vs the longer wheel base of a sit down ARGH! (HOPE someone didn't start reading this that's "in a hurry"...) 🤓
Brian i run Deere Z997R's and they are incredible. Only thing is a bit heavy but so much power and comfort. We just added 2 more to the fleet this year. The 7 Iron decks are very nice as well. Leaves a nice looking cut
Hey Mike just ordered a Wright ZK52 yesterday, waiting for it to be delivered. Having doubts after reading many reviews on cut quality. What are your thoughts after cutting with it?
Brian....good observations. I also demoed the Z3X. I agree about the deck height lever being on wrong side. Majority of people are right handed. It is heavy to lift the deck. Natural feel is to try to adjust it with stronger arm....right arm. The standing platform does collect a lot of grass clippings and has to be cleaned out often. I agree that something needs to be redesigned to allow pass thru of debris. I am still not sold on the stand on market. I feel like I'm constantly adjusting my feet, my weight distribution, leaning whatever. It is too much moving around. I also don't like the constant hand wrist play it requires to maneuver. I prefer the zero turn because my arms can rest on arm pads which gives me more control of the lap bars and much less arm/hand fatigue over the course of the day. Again, different strokes for different folks. I'm in West Virginia. Lots of slopes & dangerous terrain. Big open areas, I'm still using sit down zero turns. Slopes, nothing sticks better and is as safe as a walk behind. Best of luck in your decision brother.
It seems like a great mower. To me a great setup is a 36" stand on mower, 48" walk behind for slopes or hills and a 60" zrt mower for large properties.
Do a Wright ZK 52 inch please! Looking to buy one as my first stander but I want to hear your thoughts on it compared to other mowers. And it would only be fair to use the zk after using the z3x. Great video!
Demo one to find out. I have a Deere 648R QuikTrak (Wright Stander X painted green) and its phenomenal. Demo'd a ZK 31HP kawi 60" and its a beast, going to be my next mower.
Lucas- For 15 your making a good choice with the Wright. They were the first and they have had several improvements over the years. They know what the'yre doing.
Brian... plain and simple... you won’t be disappointed if you get a Ferris.... 450 hours on my Z2 and I have loved every hour of it! I have had one belt snap in the 2.5 years I’ve owned my mower and that is about it! Can’t recommend Ferris enough! Tell Nickens I want some vids! Lol
I have been running the z2 52” for the past three years. Great mower for me it is the best hill stand on good cut not the best but definitely high quality. I am buying new mowers this spring so I did demo the scag I really like it and the dealer is closer. Decisions decision
I should have mentioned I have around 900 hours on each of my three z2. I have had two small warranty repairs the deck lift arm broke on two of them. They have been very reliable I have the Briggs 28 efi engines. I also have the Grassflap chute blocker love them. I run full mulch kits in the fall and they perform good.
Just about every manufacturer has their finger in the stand on mower pie, they all use the same engines, wheel motors, pumps etc. It’s really all about the design (deck lift, tire size, wheel base, durability and “the little things”) I think they all cut well-I mow my lawns at least twice so I get that glass-like effect, but I guess I’m partial to Ferris, there’s just something I like about the z2, my guys love them too-about have to yank them off the lawns They treated me right on a warranty issue as well.
In my area, I have never even seen a Ferris. We have Toro/ExMark, a few VenTracs, a few Walkers, they try to sell Husqvarna, and you see tons of John Deeres. That's pretty much it. I definitely agree with buying the biggest power you can afford. One year into my old business, I found that I kind of liked doing the overgrown stuff. Lots of my stuff ended up being 4'-8' tall. I didn't use mowers for that, of course, but so much stuff was 2-3' and I certainly needed a powerful mower for that. Tractability is a word, but it is used in the engineering of heavy earth moving equipment, like motor graders. It has to do with the ability of the machine to maintain full traction and forward momentum when loading up to capacity with material. I suppose the word could be applied to mowers.
I had a Woods with a Generac 33hp Big Block, which is made by B&S/Vanguard. I tried to stall that thing out in high grass. Full speed (13.5mph) in grass above my knee, didn't even phase that engine. Definitely a fan of the Vanguard Big Block!
I would like you to compare it to the Wright stander. The Wright seems to do a awesome job on stripes!! Anyone that likes to grease they’re equipment, probably likes the Ferris. I’m not sure about the Wright! I have a Exmark because I’m not a big fan of maintenance!!
John Deere QuikTrak (Made by Wright) or a Wright ZK or Wright X. Best stand on mowers on the planet. Spec for Spec they've been one the best on the market for years. Only downside is the deck, certain people claim poor cut quality but I believe that's a lie. I had to run them myself to see and it stripes better than anything I've used (haven't tried Scag or Exmark). Check out Saving Green or Top Notch. They run the ZK's.
I snapped the height adjust Handle in 2 on my Z2. 52 inch at 800 hrs. An easy weld and it’s strong as ever. The z2 has wheel pump issues but I think I will buy a zx3. These mowers are incredible on hills
One of the thing s I noticed is that the deck moved up and down independent from the motor, i would think that would put added stress on the belts, The wright stander machine they move together so the belts are always aligned to reduce maintenance.
Been waiting for this one, great points. I'd have one already if it wasn't for the hard to lift deck (we have quite a few uneven yards) and lower cut quality then the Scag velocity deck, I'd also like to see the deck cut height go to 5 1/2. I'm still up in the air about this one, it's a really nice machine. Would you rather stand on this then sit on a TT2? Is a stand on worth it for the time savings using a backpack blower on it?
I got my first ferris 3 years ago and a second one 18 months ago. Have 800 hours between the two ferris mowers I have. I don't have the oil guard and have the Kawasaki motors on them. 35 horse on the 61" and 24 horse on the 48". Other than oil changes, some blades, and a single belt I have never had to fix or replace a thing. I completely agree with you about the cut, it's not "the absolute best" cut quality but on most of my weekly yards I'm double cutting for debree anyways so it really don't even notice. Nothing stripes better than a ferris though. The comfort, traction, usability, reliability and toughness of a ferris is top notch! My only "minor complaint" is with the beefy tires and width of the mower you can't really dip the trim side of the deck under shrubs or between fence posts to cut down on some trimming. But that's not to big of a complaint because you are trading mowing a few extra inches under stuff for superb traction on slopes. I'll take that trade any day. Like I said. I love them and will never buy anything else
I like the Ferris Z3X over the scag V-Ride 2 overall. However, you can’t really go wrong with either as they are both great machines. Scag wins in deck and some other areas, and Ferris has their good features also. The wright stander is also a good one, but with what you’re mowing (small residential) it really doesn’t make any sense for you to go that route unless the dealer is your neighbor or something.
Brian, I'm just a home owner, I've got a older bobcat fastcat pro 61, The dealer that I purchased it from stated that Bobcat has the fastest blade tip speed. I'd like to see you compare there stand on model if possible . Thank You, Dennis
Hey Brian! Love the video, but here is something to think about too. That mowers engine is way beyond the norm. I wish we could have seen the “step down” version-x2? That’s more on par w what everyone uses on the day to day subdivision homes. :). Keeping the engine sizes the same might be a truer comparison.
Hey Brian love the videos man! Have you ever heard of Bradley mowers? They are super heavy duty and about half the price of all these other guys. Just wondering if you've heard anything about them. Keep the awesome videos coming 👍
As much as I love Scag, this Ferris is awesome! For a high hour user like you, I think features like the oil gaurd system, shock absorber platform and pivoting front end would edge me towards the Ferris
Would really recommend the bobcat specially in michigan a bunch of guys run them in livonia and northville. Quickat 36 is what im about to buy for some bigger backyards
If you do buy a stander, are you going to keep the exmark for bagging fall cleanups, or will the stander replace the exmark all together? Honestly, If you purchase a new stander, I bet it’s going to be red.
What's up Brian this is Eric from Erics Lawn Service and Canton Ohio want to give you a big shout-out love your Channel I was just wondering as of right now what standard mower do you think you will purchases because I'm also looking to upgrade I'm going between the ferris and the skag
Worked for a guy that had 2 Ferris Z2s and 2 Wright stand-ups. I worked 50 yards with 90% on the lake so all yards sloped toward the water, some way more extreme than others. The Ferris could be taken deck first down any slope with no sliding or gain of speed and at the lake would make every turn, best tranny I ever used on a mower. The Wrights always wanted to get away going down extreme slopes. But the main issue I had with the Wrights is the owner put the bicycle set accessory on them and the back is not made to push down on the pad while sitting. So he used the 52 and 61 inch Wrights while I used the 52 and 61 in Feriss' . I'd take a Ferris stand-up any day and will never use a back killing sitter ever again.
I’m curious as to why the striping kit wasn’t mentioned when mentioning the really nice stripes it left. I think that would be worth mentioning since it wasn’t stock on the mower. But hey not a hater bc I been looking forward to the Ferris review.
Yes going to try a ferries , maybe tomorrow will see going to a twin sitter party tomorrow maybe try one out the Ferris z3x.so have a great day see ya next time see ya bye.
Hey Brian, I just hit 1,500 lawn care subscribers and lately I've been getting calls for texts from them because I've showed my lawn signs in my videos. Do you have this issue and if so, how do you handle it? I had one kid call me at 1 in the morning (woke me up because I forgot to turn off the ringer) and it was a lawn care question :/
Ferris has come a long way. Ran then from 11'-17'. I loved the 3100, disliked the 2100, love the standers however they (ferris) uses the wrong tires. Throw some kendas on there and they are hill stickers! Heavy machines but i like them. Currently i believe the ferris standers are top 3 in the game, scag, ferris n wright (still unsure about wright decks)
Not the fastest ground speed of the bunch but the recycler system is awesome. At least for us. And maneuverable. Send more competitive overall than the rest. 2¢
Alright guys. What do you think about the Ferris Z3X?
Get it
Brian's Lawn Maintenance have you considered looking at the Ventrac 4500? Its a articularing unit, costs more but for the different attachments seems like a great buy overall and would be interesting to see a demo and your thoughts on it
Fluffy9210 Lol
noisycodd Well be demoing one soon! Can’t wait.
Try out wright stander zk52
Just wanted to thank you for keeping the reviews honest.
Us little guys and home owners need the facts. Especially when we can only afford to buy onve.
Thank you.
TnShooter0083 Amen to that. Same here.
Yep. I’m getting one. My Z1 48” 23HP is a beast, so I can only imagine. With sharp blades, and a second pass, that grass there you cut would be perfect.
Love the demo. I got to demo a Z2 for a week. It was a 61 inch cut with a 25.5 Kawasaki. The dealer didn't have a 52 inch to demo. That is what I am in the market for. Truly enjoyed running the mower. Run Ferris walk behinds and ZTR's. I have ran them the last two years with no concerns. Look forward to your continuing reviews.
Ever since first watched this demo on Z3x I have wonted one. I finally saved and purchased the Z3x in a 72”. Thanks for doing these videos Brian.
Brian, your channel is the best. Unlike other channels yours is so useful and informative. Thank you.
Thanks pal I try my best.
The best choice really from a business standpoint for me would be dealer support. In my area scag has that advantage hands down. Some things you just can’t fix yourself and a dealer well stocked in parts as well as mowers can keep you in the field mowing even during a major mechanical failure.
Number one, a beautiful turf tiger with no service is expensive lawn art, my second question at the ag dealer I use is- are parts in stock.
The reason I use scag is when I was in the market for a mower I talked to all the mechanics in the area, and they all said Scag was in the shop the least out of all of them. Can’t go wrong, not always the most fancy, but they are tough as nails
Ferris Z3X is a beast of a machine! We've been a Ferris dealer for a number of years and we've loved this machine!
I am a Ferris fan.. been mowing with mine for 4yrs nothing but good things to say
Yes, please run the wright, Ferris and scag stand ups side by side. At least the Wright and Ferris though. Thanks for taking the time to do this.
Great review. Expensive. Would like to see the Wright Stander 72" with the dual tires and the Gravely Stander.
Brian, great video as usual. Just curious how long it runs on a full tank? Might be purchasing this mower in the Spring.
Those Ferris mowers really stripe nicely! Great video Brian, a lot of helpful and informative information. Looking forward to seeing the Toro review.
I bought the Ferris Z2 52" w/oil guard. I can't say enough good things about it. I tried Wright and Scag but drove right back to my Ferris dealer. I only mow about 34 acres a week but it does it with ease and leaves a perfect cut. I will buy Ferris until another brand can step up and beat them and with the new Z3 I don't see anyone beating them anytime soon.
Dan H That’s good to know!
Can't go wrong with the build/cut quality of Scag (safe choice) but this Ferris is pretty sweet with a great motor and smooth ride.
Yes for the Wright stander demo!
Just Demo a Ferris Z2 52” 28 hp. I was defiantly impressed with Hill side grip and discharged of grass clippings.
Did you notice how when maneuvering around obstacles the inside wheel stays moving when lever is neutral. I ask the rep and said they design it like that so you minimize turf damage when turning. Very nice machine. Looking to trade my Hustler SuperS I just bought last year in to get the Ferris
Changing Seasons Landscape & Water Features yeah that’s how integrated pumps work.
Haha Guess I have Old Technology
One benefit i could see to having the gas guage where it is, the face of it doesn't cloud up like it does on units left on open trailers all the time, where the sun shines on them all day frying the plastic lens.
Brian, I have a 52" z2 with the efi and I agree with all you're likes and dislikes of the machine. I've had it for 2 years and it's treated me awesome so far. Also the red light is like a check engine light I believe
Nice review! We love Ferris and the warranty and how they stand behind their products are awesome. I understand what you're saying about how the icd handles on hills. We have a lot of them and Rachel uses the 61" and likes it better than the 36" because it hugs the ground and the operator.
Absolutely!
Scag, then ferris so far, But ive heard nothing but great things about the toro. I cant wait for your review of the grandstand. I really want to hear what you think! It would be the brand id sell my vride for if that time came. I cant wait. Please do alot of mowing footage with the toro if you can.
Ferris!!! Suspension allows you to go faster, it has the gas tank sitting on the rear wheels so its amazing on hills. Beats scag. You just need to get better hi lift blades. Great deck
Yes please demo the Wright stander. i have one with hours on it so Im interested to see what you think.
Started watching you on Feb 2018. When I decided to go full time. Love your videos and tips and def love the demos!
Been looking for a good mower for when I break into commerical. Still in residential. Making my way.
Sweet! Thanks for the support! Good luck with your biz!
The Ferris looks like an awesome mower. I liked the Scag V Ride
2 from your first video so much that I went out last week an bought one. The Scag is a solid machine!
That's awesome pal. Glad to hear! Keep me posted how you like it!
Awesome video Brian! I've learned a lot watching your videos. Cheers from Slovenia
Wow that’s sweet! Thanks for watching!
Brian's Lawn Maintenance my pleasure. I run a small yt channel mainly featuring different jobs I do on my 54 acre estate. There is obviously a lot of mowing involved and thanks to your videos I've learned how to facilitate my job with commercial graded equipment. Cheers! 👍👏
In that tall grass test, just listen to the machine, the engine never loads up or bogs or changes pitch at all! It never even makes any noise like you think you are even working it hard at all! Amazing! Couldn't go wrong with this Z3 or a Z2 or a Scag V Ride 2. Curious to what you think of the newer Grandstand model shortly.... Thanks and keep up the great content Brian!
tator05 It just hummed along , I totally agree. I’ll be able to weigh in on the Gravelys soon! Excited about that.
What do you think the best application would be for the 72" Z3X since you have experience with the 61"?
Ferris stander definitely my next mower. With the accounts I have, will probably do the Z2 with 52” deck.. Kawasaki motor
Bought our first Ferris 3 years ago we now have 5, best mowers on the market
Ok here is the view from a customers angle. Out of the 3 mower you used on my yard I feel that the Farris edged out your Xmark and beat the Scag Tiger hands down.
One of the things not mentioned by the rep in the intro video or in the debrief video for the z3x is the front of the deck is mounted to the articulating front axle. This allows the deck to also articulate to the off camber slopes. Preventing scalping that you would get from other non articulating frames. Also the zt 4400 hydros are much better than the zt3400 that come on most other stand on mowers.
Z3X hands down. Demoed the Scag V-Ride 2 and Z3X and absolutely love and am purchasing a Z3X.
Another cool thing about the Ferris with oil guard is that there is no break-in period.You buy the the mower new and run it (500hrs or 1 year which ever comes first)My only complaint is that the spindles use a lot of grease. (20-40 pumps of grease per spindle) twice a week when I change blades. I'm at 400hrs now and I've had since last fall.
Good to know!
Get the Milwaukee m18 grease gun if they use that much grease
Need to try the exmark stand ons. That's what I use on a daily basis. They come in a range of different size decks. I have a 36 and a 48 on my trailer.
Great review Brian. Mower looks great and sounds awesome. We checked out Ferris couple of days ago and it looked good plus sales guy sounded very confident on its cut, engine and quality. I have noticed rust on the levers that raise and drop the cutting deck. The mower was brand new on the showroom floor, so seeing rust on it already seems odd. We have several Wrights with one in particular having over 1200 hrs (Kawasaki engine)on it with zero rust and only minor issues over the years. I suggest check them out too before you make a decision. Also, it would be a great idea to see how the mowers you are testing pick up grass and mulch leaves. To be honest they all cut grass, but how do they pick it up when requested.
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"ABSOTIVELY" (the Wright ) hopefully you'll be getting on the 30 HP ZK 61" .. Can't wait to see that one probably as much as z3x. Great review. (I'll say it.. Unless your watching knitting onyouvtube, your watching a 20 m video , let alone having to go through what u covered) Can't wait for the ZK demo!
Appreciate all the time your taking doing these for us "deplorables" Brian. I'm in market / but exmark had just opened close by, but one thing I can't decide is say a property with all the above type of topography, as in flat open 3+ acre open field/ then drainage "mote" (retention sloped on both sides/ whole perimeter of approximately 2 acres - primary building) about 6' slope - both sides/ only dry season completely mowing bottom/ but slick & always stuck in bottom if you can't "hang" in rain season (east cent FL) maybe a 52" then.. would be more applicable, Then again, big open field.. Wondering if a 52" will actually perform better overall due to the mixture of "resi's" over - commercial or "common area " mowing acct's. Gettin older, maybe sitting is worth it over the shorter stander & ALSO sware by that foot assist deck - over - hump / non scalp vs NOT being able to on stander and SCALP.
😬 👍 and the stander seems like it would "bronco" Alot more due to its "stubbyness" vs the longer wheel base of a sit down
ARGH! (HOPE someone didn't start reading this that's "in a hurry"...) 🤓
I just bought the Ferris 48” Z1, love it with the 22HP Kawi!
Fine Lawns , LLC , in the market for a 36 or 48 walk behind I’m in pa and I have some hilly properties. How much you paid for that mower ?
Grassology4610 for hilly terrain I recommend the Ferris Walk behind 48” if you can. My Ferris Standon 48” was $7950
Brian i run Deere Z997R's and they are incredible. Only thing is a bit heavy but so much power and comfort. We just added 2 more to the fleet this year. The 7 Iron decks are very nice as well. Leaves a nice looking cut
Ferris is a very good mower. Wright ZK 52” is the absolute best mower I’ve ever owned.
Hey Mike just ordered a Wright ZK52 yesterday, waiting for it to be delivered. Having doubts after reading many reviews on cut quality. What are your thoughts after cutting with it?
Brian, this Ferris build is beefy as all get out. Definitely appears to be the best build.
Brian....good observations. I also demoed the Z3X. I agree about the deck height lever being on wrong side. Majority of people are right handed. It is heavy to lift the deck. Natural feel is to try to adjust it with stronger arm....right arm. The standing platform does collect a lot of grass clippings and has to be cleaned out often. I agree that something needs to be redesigned to allow pass thru of debris. I am still not sold on the stand on market. I feel like I'm constantly adjusting my feet, my weight distribution, leaning whatever. It is too much moving around. I also don't like the constant hand wrist play it requires to maneuver. I prefer the zero turn because my arms can rest on arm pads which gives me more control of the lap bars and much less arm/hand fatigue over the course of the day. Again, different strokes for different folks. I'm in West Virginia. Lots of slopes & dangerous terrain. Big open areas, I'm still using sit down zero turns. Slopes, nothing sticks better and is as safe as a walk behind. Best of luck in your decision brother.
Thanks pal!
You should demo a wright, I love them and they cut very well. And very well fast.
Hey Brian love the videos and your knowledge on starting a business my question is why did you go with the Staris over the Ferris Z3X?
Our dealer sells Exmark, that’s all. The Ferris was a good mower
It seems like a great mower. To me a great setup is a 36" stand on mower, 48" walk behind for slopes or hills and a 60" zrt mower for large properties.
Do a Wright ZK 52 inch please! Looking to buy one as my first stander but I want to hear your thoughts on it compared to other mowers. And it would only be fair to use the zk after using the z3x. Great video!
Demo one to find out. I have a Deere 648R QuikTrak (Wright Stander X painted green) and its phenomenal. Demo'd a ZK 31HP kawi 60" and its a beast, going to be my next mower.
I will try! I’m only 15 so not sure if they want to let me but if I have to cash they should
Lucas- For 15 your making a good choice with the Wright. They were the first and they have had several improvements over the years. They know what the'yre doing.
The movable cruise control bar should be standard on ALL stand ons.
Brian... plain and simple... you won’t be disappointed if you get a Ferris.... 450 hours on my Z2 and I have loved every hour of it!
I have had one belt snap in the 2.5 years I’ve owned my mower and that is about it!
Can’t recommend Ferris enough!
Tell Nickens I want some vids! Lol
Sweet!
I have been running the z2 52” for the past three years. Great mower for me it is the best hill stand on good cut not the best but definitely high quality. I am buying new mowers this spring so I did demo the scag I really like it and the dealer is closer. Decisions decision
I should have mentioned I have around 900 hours on each of my three z2. I have had two small warranty repairs the deck lift arm broke on two of them. They have been very reliable I have the Briggs 28 efi engines. I also have the Grassflap chute blocker love them. I run full mulch kits in the fall and they perform good.
@@jasondow3970 what did you go with?
What about John Deere 600 series? Is that in the running for options. Love the demos man.
I own a big dog diablo 60 inch zero turn absolutely love it, I'm looking for a 52 inch stander and also a 36-inch walk behind
Just about every manufacturer has their finger in the stand on mower pie, they all use the same engines, wheel motors, pumps etc. It’s really all about the design (deck lift, tire size, wheel base, durability and “the little things”) I think they all cut well-I mow my lawns at least twice so I get that glass-like effect, but I guess I’m partial to Ferris, there’s just something I like about the z2, my guys love them too-about have to yank them off the lawns
They treated me right on a warranty issue as well.
Very true, totally agree.
Good points. I also agree!
In my area, I have never even seen a Ferris. We have Toro/ExMark, a few VenTracs, a few Walkers, they try to sell Husqvarna, and you see tons of John Deeres. That's pretty much it. I definitely agree with buying the biggest power you can afford. One year into my old business, I found that I kind of liked doing the overgrown stuff. Lots of my stuff ended up being 4'-8' tall. I didn't use mowers for that, of course, but so much stuff was 2-3' and I certainly needed a powerful mower for that.
Tractability is a word, but it is used in the engineering of heavy earth moving equipment, like motor graders. It has to do with the ability of the machine to maintain full traction and forward momentum when loading up to capacity with material. I suppose the word could be applied to mowers.
lol ty for that
I had a Woods with a Generac 33hp Big Block, which is made by B&S/Vanguard. I tried to stall that thing out in high grass. Full speed (13.5mph) in grass above my knee, didn't even phase that engine. Definitely a fan of the Vanguard Big Block!
I would like you to compare it to the Wright stander. The Wright seems to do a awesome job on stripes!! Anyone that likes to grease they’re equipment, probably likes the Ferris. I’m not sure about the Wright! I have a Exmark because I’m not a big fan of maintenance!!
Great video and review! Damn nice mower!!
John Deere QuikTrak (Made by Wright) or a Wright ZK or Wright X. Best stand on mowers on the planet. Spec for Spec they've been one the best on the market for years. Only downside is the deck, certain people claim poor cut quality but I believe that's a lie. I had to run them myself to see and it stripes better than anything I've used (haven't tried Scag or Exmark). Check out Saving Green or Top Notch. They run the ZK's.
I honestly think u will like the Wright stander mower I personally have used there walk behind n that cut pretty much the same with semi dull blades
I snapped the height adjust Handle in 2 on my Z2. 52 inch at 800 hrs. An easy weld and it’s strong as ever. The z2 has wheel pump issues but I think I will buy a zx3. These mowers are incredible on hills
One of the thing s I noticed is that the deck moved up and down independent from the motor, i would think that would put added stress on the belts, The wright stander machine they move together so the belts are always aligned to reduce maintenance.
Been waiting for this one, great points. I'd have one already if it wasn't for the hard to lift deck (we have quite a few uneven yards) and lower cut quality then the Scag velocity deck, I'd also like to see the deck cut height go to 5 1/2. I'm still up in the air about this one, it's a really nice machine. Would you rather stand on this then sit on a TT2? Is a stand on worth it for the time savings using a backpack blower on it?
Stephen Cunningham yes and yes. I’ll take this on a hill before anything else I’ve tested. And the blowing while riding option is a game changer
I only run ferris and you just proved what I have been saying for years lol best mower out there
I got my first ferris 3 years ago and a second one 18 months ago. Have 800 hours between the two ferris mowers I have. I don't have the oil guard and have the Kawasaki motors on them. 35 horse on the 61" and 24 horse on the 48". Other than oil changes, some blades, and a single belt I have never had to fix or replace a thing. I completely agree with you about the cut, it's not "the absolute best" cut quality but on most of my weekly yards I'm double cutting for debree anyways so it really don't even notice. Nothing stripes better than a ferris though. The comfort, traction, usability, reliability and toughness of a ferris is top notch! My only "minor complaint" is with the beefy tires and width of the mower you can't really dip the trim side of the deck under shrubs or between fence posts to cut down on some trimming. But that's not to big of a complaint because you are trading mowing a few extra inches under stuff for superb traction on slopes. I'll take that trade any day. Like I said. I love them and will never buy anything else
I like the Ferris Z3X over the scag V-Ride 2 overall. However, you can’t really go wrong with either as they are both great machines. Scag wins in deck and some other areas, and Ferris has their good features also. The wright stander is also a good one, but with what you’re mowing (small residential) it really doesn’t make any sense for you to go that route unless the dealer is your neighbor or something.
I've been a Walker guy for years. I choose Ferris over Scag for hill traction and ride comfort. I love it so far.
Have have been runing jd 652r for 3 years now. Cut is great, no problems at all. Would only by a stand from here on out. You going to GIE this year ?
I’ll be at GIE Yep. And I have a zero turn and baggers already. So a stand on will be a fun change.
Brian, I'm just a home owner, I've got a older bobcat fastcat pro 61, The dealer that I purchased it from stated that Bobcat has the fastest blade tip speed. I'd like to see you compare there stand on model if possible .
Thank You, Dennis
Wright's makes a standard with a seat on it .It would be interesting to see you review it.
Wright that's the other one.. I hear those are pretty solid units as well.
Hey Brian! Love the video, but here is something to think about too. That mowers engine is way beyond the norm. I wish we could have seen the “step down” version-x2? That’s more on par w what everyone uses on the day to day subdivision homes. :). Keeping the engine sizes the same might be a truer comparison.
Maybe we’ll do a Z2!
just bought a new 52 Bob Cat stander.solid machine
Wright stander my man.
Hey Brian love the videos man! Have you ever heard of Bradley mowers? They are super heavy duty and about half the price of all these other guys. Just wondering if you've heard anything about them. Keep the awesome videos coming 👍
Jesse Smith I haven’t! But that doesn’t mean they’re not good. I’ll look them up. Thanks for sharing!
As much as I love Scag, this Ferris is awesome! For a high hour user like you, I think features like the oil gaurd system, shock absorber platform and pivoting front end would edge me towards the Ferris
Totally. Those little features can make big differences.
Keep the detailed reviews coming!! I like how you go through in detail!
Also the dual stage PTO switch is a huge time saver. Unless that's not on the Z3, did you try it out?
Try a toro grandstand it has the oppisite of all the thing that you said were quarks on the that ferris. I have one and love it.
Would really recommend the bobcat specially in michigan a bunch of guys run them in livonia and northville. Quickat 36 is what im about to buy for some bigger backyards
If you do buy a stander, are you going to keep the exmark for bagging fall cleanups, or will the stander replace the exmark all together? Honestly, If you purchase a new stander, I bet it’s going to be red.
If you need to mow In wet conditions at times the Ferris won’t disappoint or clump so all the way around I’d go Ferris
What's up Brian this is Eric from Erics Lawn Service and Canton Ohio want to give you a big shout-out love your Channel I was just wondering as of right now what standard mower do you think you will purchases because I'm also looking to upgrade I'm going between the ferris and the skag
A Yes to the Wright
You have to demo a Wright, I was told they invented the stand-on??
Cyberslug1 Something like that!
Worked for a guy that had 2 Ferris Z2s and 2 Wright stand-ups. I worked 50 yards with 90% on the lake so all yards sloped toward the water, some way more extreme than others. The Ferris could be taken deck first down any slope with no sliding or gain of speed and at the lake would make every turn, best tranny I ever used on a mower. The Wrights always wanted to get away going down extreme slopes. But the main issue I had with the Wrights is the owner put the bicycle set accessory on them and the back is not made to push down on the pad while sitting. So he used the 52 and 61 inch Wrights while I used the 52 and 61 in Feriss' . I'd take a Ferris stand-up any day and will never use a back killing sitter ever again.
Yeah love my z2. And the stripes are best with Ferris
Please demo a wright stander
Brian, I really like your Exmark zero turn a lot! How much will you sell yours for? I'd love to purchase yours but at the right price!
Mines not for sale sorry buddy!
I’m curious as to why the striping kit wasn’t mentioned when mentioning the really nice stripes it left. I think that would be worth mentioning since it wasn’t stock on the mower. But hey not a hater bc I been looking forward to the Ferris review.
Yes going to try a ferries , maybe tomorrow will see going to a twin sitter party tomorrow maybe try one out the Ferris z3x.so have a great day see ya next time see ya bye.
Out of all of the brands. I like scag gravely and ferris.
Have you demoed the exmark vantage 52" stand on yet? Would love to be able to see
sweetness2689 I did one with my friend Alex Lica. It was ok.
Awesome review man I think the Z2 is probably better matched with the VRide 2 at least for engine choices solid front ends.
True good point
Is the trailer on air bags? Seems really low (I like it). Do you have any ground clearance issues?
Nope and nope again. She’s been running great.
Will you do some reviews on bagging zero-turns ? Like Amazone Profihopper
Maybe but that’s tough during fall.
Demo the wright stander
I would choose the Ferris. Scag has been weird about their warranty over the year or so
What mowers do you like the best I see you demo alot I have the icd deck but haven't tried any other I like it?
Hey Brian, I just hit 1,500 lawn care subscribers and lately I've been getting calls for texts from them because I've showed my lawn signs in my videos. Do you have this issue and if so, how do you handle it? I had one kid call me at 1 in the morning (woke me up because I forgot to turn off the ringer) and it was a lawn care question :/
Wyatt's lawn service Email me and I’ll answer a few questions to help ya ha
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Brian's Lawn Maintenance I don't see your email in the description? Can I DM you on Instagram? I'm one of your followers 😉👌
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Brian pull the trigger and buy it even thou exmark blood runs thru my veins the z3x is the best I have seen out there happy hunting.
kevin handy lol
Did the hand grips move on you at all? I noticed at about 19:40 of the video they seemed to be touching in the middle.
Ferris has come a long way. Ran then from 11'-17'. I loved the 3100, disliked the 2100, love the standers however they (ferris) uses the wrong tires. Throw some kendas on there and they are hill stickers! Heavy machines but i like them. Currently i believe the ferris standers are top 3 in the game, scag, ferris n wright (still unsure about wright decks)
Totally agree.
I was curiously about that mower and redmax zero turn. Ferris seem decent mower...
You tied a lot of great machines, are you ignoring the Toro? I cant even explain how amazing my 52" Grandstand is with a recycler kit on.
Just got the Toro this week. More to come for sure.
Not the fastest ground speed of the bunch but the recycler system is awesome. At least for us. And maneuverable. Send more competitive overall than the rest. 2¢
You should demo a JD QuikTrak