Bobcat ZT3500 52" | Kawasaki FX691V | 22 HP | 789 lb Machine Weight

Main Equipment & Machine Description

The Bobcat ZT3500 52" Zero-Turn Mower is built for acreage owners, estate managers, municipalities, schools, parks, property maintenance crews, large residential customers, and light commercial mowing operators who need a strong mower with clean cut quality, durable construction, operator comfort, and dealer-backed support.

This 52-inch zero-turn mower gives operators a productive cutting width while staying more maneuverable than wider 61-inch deck machines. It is a strong fit for larger yards, commercial properties, municipal grounds, rental properties, HOA common areas, schools, churches, parks, and properties with trees, beds, fences, sidewalks, driveways, and tighter mowing zones.

Key Machine Specs & Buyer Benefits

• Make: Bobcat
• Model: ZT3500
• Deck Size: 52"
• Machine Type: Zero-turn riding mower
• Mower Deck: TufDeck™ Pro cutting system
• Deck Construction: 10-gauge top with 7-gauge spindle supports and 7-gauge side skirts
• Engine Model: Kawasaki FX691V
• Horsepower: 22 hp
• Transmission Type: HG ZT-3400 hydrostatic transaxles
• Machine Weight: 789 lb
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 7.8 gal
• Cutting Height Range: 1.5"–4.9"
• Mower Blade Tip Speed: 18,142 ft/min
• Forward Travel Speed: 10 mph
• Reverse Travel Speed: 3.5 mph
• Clutch: 125 ft-lb
• Charging System: 15 amp
• Transmission Oil Capacity: 4 qt
• Drive Wheel Size: 23 x 10.5-12
• Front Caster Wheel Size: 13 x 6.5-6
• Length: 80"
• Seat: High-back mechanical suspension seat with fore-aft seat slide adjustment
• Frame: Welded 7-gauge steel frame with 1.5" x 2.5" steel tubing
• Discharge Chute: Flexible molded polymer
• Key Applications: Acreage mowing, estate maintenance, larger residential lawns, schools, parks, municipal grounds, property management, HOA maintenance, rental fleet use, and light commercial mowing
• Warranty, Parts & Service: Bobcat mower warranty support when applicable, plus blades, belts, filters, parts, maintenance, and dealer-level service through Logger Shop & Construction Equipment, a Superior Equipment Solutions Company

The ZT3500 52" is designed for buyers who want more durability, comfort, and productivity than a basic residential mower without moving into Bobcat’s larger commercial platforms. The 52" deck provides a strong balance between mowing coverage and maneuverability, making it useful for customers who need to cover ground efficiently but still trim around obstacles, trees, sidewalks, curbs, landscape beds, and property edges.

The TufDeck™ Pro cutting system is one of the major advantages of the ZT3500. Bobcat lists this deck with a 10-gauge top, 7-gauge spindle supports, and 7-gauge side skirts, giving the mower a stronger cutting platform for longer mowing sessions and tougher property maintenance work.

Power comes from the Kawasaki FX691V engine rated at 22 hp on Bobcat’s current 52" ZT3500 configuration. The engine is paired with HG ZT-3400 hydrostatic transaxles, giving operators smooth zero-turn control, responsive handling, and steady mowing performance across open turf, larger residential properties, municipal sites, and light commercial mowing work.

Operator comfort is also a strong selling point. The high-back mechanical suspension seat, fore-aft seat slide adjustment, ergonomic zero-turn controls, 23-inch drive tires, and commercial-inspired mower layout help reduce fatigue during longer mowing sessions. The 10 mph forward travel speed helps operators cover turf efficiently, while the 3.5 mph reverse speed supports repositioning and trimming work.

For buyers comparing zero-turn mowers, the Bobcat ZT3500 52" offers a strong combination of Kawasaki power, TufDeck™ Pro durability, Hydro-Gear drive performance, operator comfort, productive 52-inch mowing width, and dealer-backed parts and service.

Logger Shop & Construction Equipment, a Superior Equipment Solutions Company, supports customers with mower sales, parts, service, blade replacement, belt replacement, filter support, maintenance, warranty assistance when applicable, and dealer-level support before and after the sale.