2024 GRASSHOPPER 325D

2024

GRASSHOPPER

325D

8325

New

8325

DESCRIPTION The diesel-powered Grasshopper Model 325D riding true zero-turn lawn mower delivers ample torque and power to handle any job, along with the efficiency, fuel economy and low maintenance you need to maximize your profitability and reduce operating costs. The MaxTorque™ Clean Diesel engine burns fuel at much lower fuel consumption than gasoline- or propane-powered mowers. Grasshopper mowers are built to last with the professional quality features that lawn care professionals demand such as comfort, ease of maintenance, durability, quality and efficiency. FEATURES & BENEFITS Kubota MaxTorque™ Diesel: EPA Tier 4 Final-compliant 54.9 cu. in. (898 cc), 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled Kubota MaxTorque™ Clean Diesel engine with horizontal crankshaft and pressure lube for smooth, reliable operation Design-Matched G2 Transmission: Robust G2 transmission features 7-micron absolute filter and CoolFan™ hydro cooling system HydroGear variable displacement 16 cc piston-pumps and high-torque Parker wheel motors Provides 1,000-hour transmission fluid change interval Heavy-duty Deck: 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 QuikAjust® Drop Pin Height Adjustment: Raise and lower the deck easily with foot pedal and drop pin for precision cutting heights between 1.0 and 5.0 inches. Ultimate Operator Station™: 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. Reduced Maintenance: Only two Access-Eze™ lubrication points cut maintenance time up to 95% Self-tensioning belts minimize cost and labor on routine maintenance Vigilant Operator Presence System™: Standard, low profile Roll-over Protection System (ROPS) structure 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 Warranty: Commercial Use: 3-year unlimited hours; limited warranty: First two years covering parts and labor; third year covering parts only. Residential Use: 4-year or 800-hour (whichever comes first); limited warranty covering parts and labor. Rugged Construction: 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 High Temperature Clutch Cut Out: Equipped with a High Temperature Clutch Cut-Out that automatically disengages the PTO if engine temperature reaches a certain point to prevent engine damage ENGINE Type/Horsepower/Cylinders: Kubota, 3-cyl., MaxTorque™ Displacement: 54.8 cu. in. (898 cc) Lubrication System: Pressure Lube/Filter Crankshaft: Horizontal Cooling System: Liquid Fuel: Diesel - No. 2 Fuel Capacity: 12 U.S. gal. (45.4 L) Air Cleaner: Heavy-duty, remote mounted, cyclonic, dual element air filtration. Muffler: Ultra quiet, single, industrial type. DURAMAX® DECKS Deck: DuraMax Mulching Package #: 504567(52), 504569(61), 504571(72) DuraMax® Deck Size: 61" Cutting Height Range: 1.0 to 5.0 in. (2.5cm to 12.7 cm) Construction (Robotic-Welded Steel): 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. Anvil-edge design with 0.5 in. (12.7 mm) reinforcement on front edge of deck. Blades (Tempered, Alloy Steel): 61" Deck: (3) 21 in. (53.3 cm) Spindle Assemblies: Sentry™ Spindle System, 2.5 cm (approx. 1 in.) O.D. shaft. Double bearings greasable from top of deck. Spindle head designed to eliminate fiber wrap. Spindle cones shield housing and lower bearings from fiber wrap and dirt ingestion. Spindle Housings: 8 in. (20.3 cm)-diameter housing with 6-bolt pattern. Machined aluminum housing. Cast iron on 72-inch deck. Blade Drive: Belt drive with single Kevlar V-belt and idler arm tensioning. STARTER & ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Battery (Maintenance-Free): 12 Volt Starter: Solenoid shift Ignition: Brakerless, diesel quick heat glow plug 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. 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 with iso-mounted seat and footrest Console-Mounted Instruments: Low engine oil pressure, alternator, temperature and parking brake warning lights, engine temperature and volt gauges, combination electronic fuel gauge/hour meter, glow plug, ignition and push/pull PTO switches. Work Lights: Optional - LED Hour Meter: Standard TRANSMISSION & STEERING Type: Design-matched G2 hydrostatic system with auxillary cooling fans, HydroGear variable displacement 16 cc piston-type pumps and high-torque Parker wheel motors. Filtration/Hydro Fluid: 7 micron absolute, spin-on / Grasshopper CoolTemp Hydro-Max™ fluid withstands high and low temperature extremes for 1,000-hour change intervals. Speed: (52-) 0 - 10.0 mph (0 - 16.1 kph) forward (61- and 72-) 0 - 10.5 mph (0 - 16.9 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™ dual levers that automatically return to neutral from either forward or reverse position. Brakes: Dynamic braking through hydrostatic transmission. Parking Brake: Disc parking brakes, one for each drive wheel. TIRE SIZES Drive Wheels - Standard (4-Ply Rated): 61" Deck: 24x12.00x12 turf, 4-ply rated Drive Wheels - Optional (4-Ply Rated): (61- and 72-) 24x12.00x12 bar tread, 4-ply rated Front Wheels - All Models: 13x6.50x6; rib tread, pneumatic with greasable, double-sealed bearings to protect from grass wrap. DIMENSIONS Height (Seat Back): 47.0 in. (119.4 cm) Height (Seat Cushion): 31.5 in. (80.0 cm) Height (ROPS): 69.5 in. (176.5 cm) Length (MidMount w/ DuraMax® Deck - Mowing Position): 61" Deck: 84.0 in. (203.4 cm) Deck Width (Side Discharge): 61" Deck: 74.5 in. (189.2 cm) Deck Width (Mulch*): 61" Deck: 62.5 in.* (158.8 cm) WEIGHT (Uncrated): 61" Deck: 1360 lbs. (616.9 kg) Mulching Package: 61" Deck: 36 lbs. (16.3 kg) OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES Electric Height Adjustment: The Electric Height Adjustment kit offers 1- to 5-inch height adjustment control from the operator's seat with the flip of a switch. This dealer-installed option is available for all 200 and 300 Series MidMount™ models. Filter Minder: The Filter Minder alerts the operator when airflow is restricted in the air canister on dual-element air filters. The Filter Minder is available as an option on all 616T and 700 Series FrontMount™ models (except 721DT, 725K and 727EFI) with heavy duty canister-type air cleaners. Hydraulic Height Adjustment: Hydraulic Height Adjustment for 61-inch and larger DuraMax® decks on liquid-cooled MidMount™ mowers allow operators to raise and lower cutting height at infinitely variable settings with toggle switch control. Standard on 400 Series models. DuraGuard™ Rear Bumper Guards: Optional two-bar DuraGuard™ Rear Bumper Guards provides additional protection of the rear of the mower while preserving easy access for removal of the rear service shield. Available for 200, 300 and 400 Series MidMount™ mowers. QuikAjust Tilt™ Levers: Available for all MidMount models, optional QuikAjust Tilt™ steering levers (except 124V-41) with "no tools" adjustment provide a 9-inch range for maximum comfort and fit while maintaining natural arm and wrist positions.. Yellow Beacon Light: Yellow beacon attaches to OPS or ROPS to provide greater visibility in high-traffic areas. Radiator Cleaning Wand: A multi-channel sprayer that combs water pressure between radiator fins without damage, dislodging packed-in dust and debris that can become an invisible source of engine overheating. Remove and clean radiator screen regularly. A dirty screen will cause the engine to overheat. For use on liquid-cooled models only. PowerVac® MidMount Collection System: PowerVac™ Collection Systems deliver a clean sweep on every pass. Simply adjust your mowing speed to your conditions. Quik-D-Tatch® Vac drive can be removed in seconds without tools Custom Cordura® Weather Cover: Weather-resistant, black Cordura fabric cover with embroidered Grasshopper logo keeps seat and engine area protected during storage or between mowings. Slips over ROPS, with Velcro closure to secure the opening. LED Work Lights: LED work lights provide improved visibility in low light situations. Sunshade Canopy Vinyl: 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. Edge-EZE™ Edger: Creates clean, sharp turf edges along sidewalks, roadways and driveways, eliminating time-consuming secondary trimming and reducing edging time up to 75 percent compared to hand-held string trimmers and walk-behinds. Side Discharge Control Kit: Control the discharge of the mower deck to avoid putting clippings in flower beds and on sidewalks Down Discharge™ Mulching Package: The optional Down Discharge™ mulching package with GrassMax™ medium-lift blades cuts and recuts clippings and directs them deep into the grass bed, enriching turf and producing a beautifully manicured cut. Extended Steering Levers: Provides an additional two inches of leg clearance. DuraFlex™ Suspension Forks: Optional DuraFlex™ Suspension Forks absorb the impacts of rough terrain to maintain a level cut, and can be set for use with PowerVac™ collectors. Foldable ROPS: The Foldable ROPS allows the two-post ROPS to be lowered for mowing under low-hanging trees and other overhead obstacles, or for storing and transporting in enclosed trailers with low door clearance. CAUTION: Avoid drop-offs, embankments and steep slopes. Do not allow ROPS to provide a false pretense of security in hazardous areas and avoid questionable conditions. Always wear seatbelt when Foldable ROPS is in up-right position. When Foldable ROPS is down, DO NOT use seat belt, and drive with extra caution. Michelin® X® Tweel® Airless Front Caster Tire: Smooth tread, 13x6.50x6 caster wheel. Performs like a pneumatic tire, but without the inconvenience and downtime associated with flats. Not for use with PowerVac Collection Systems, or with DuraFlex Suspension Forks. Michelin® X® Tweel® Airless Turf Tire: Optional 24x12.00x12 turf-tread drive tire for MidMount™ models equipped with 61- or 72-inch decks, performs like a pneumatic tire but without the inconvenience and downtime associated with flat tires. Provides consistent hub height to ensure the mower deck produces an even cut and excellent lateral stability and outstanding operator comfort. Not for use with PowerVac Collection Systems. Wide Seat Conversion Kit: Provides additional seating room for larger operators or to accommodate cell phones or pagers. Requires seat belt extension. Shielded Sprayer: Accepts 53-inch, 30-gallon shielded sprayer, which features aerodynamically designed shields and fully shielded curtains to contain chemical spray. Four-nozzle spraying chambers apply small droplets that "stick" to vegetation for more coverage per tank using less chemicals. 4X Rear Discharge Deck: Dedicated 48--inch and larger rear discharge decks throw clippings out back for a smooth cut and no windrowing. Bar-Tread Low-Pressure Tires: Optional low-pressure, high-flotation bar-tread tires are available for 61- and 72-inch models that flex with the terrain for maximum traction and minimize scuffing caused by wheel spin-out. SpeedTrimming™ Roller Kit: The optional SpeedTrimming™ heavy-duty, anti-scalp roller kit for 52-inch and larger DuraMax® decks speeds close trimming near buildings, fences retaining walls and other landscaping features. Kits available for both left and right sides of cutting decks. Premier Suspension Seat: Optional premier suspension seat provides the ultimate in operator comfort. Low-profile seat slides fore and aft and includes an integrated shock absorber that manually adjusts to operators between 100 - 300 lbs. Other ergonomic features include a backrest that tilts from -5 degrees to +30 degrees, a lumbar support mechanism, adjustable armrests and a retractable seat belt. Sunshade Canopy Aluminum: 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. NOTES: *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.