Bobcat ZT5000 61" | Kawasaki FX730V | 23.5 HP | 1,043 lb Machine Weight

Main Equipment & Machine Description:

The Bobcat ZT5000 61" Zero-Turn Riding Mower is built for commercial landscapers, acreage owners, property managers, municipalities, estates, schools, grounds maintenance crews, and professional mowing operators who need a durable, high-production mower with commercial-grade cut quality. This 61-inch zero-turn mower is designed for operators who need speed, durability, comfort, clean discharge, and consistent mowing results across large lawns, open turf, commercial properties, roadside areas, athletic grounds, and demanding daily mowing routes.

Key Machine Specs & Buyer Benefits:

• Make: Bobcat
• Model: ZT5000
• Deck Size: 61 in
• Machine Type: Zero-turn riding mower
• Mower Deck: AirFX cutting system
• Deck Construction: Dual 10-gauge layer top with 3-gauge and 7-gauge brackets throughout
• Engine Model: Kawasaki FX730V gas engine
• Horsepower: 23.5 hp
• Engine Displacement: 44 cu in
• Transmission Type: Hydro-Gear ZT-3800 hydrostatic
• Pump Displacement: 1 cu in
• Transmission Oil Capacity: 4 qt
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 7.8 gal
• Machine Weight: 1,043 lb
• Cutting Height Range: 1.5 in–4.8 in
• Blade Tip Speed: 18,809 ft/min
• Clutch: 125 ft-lb
• Drive Wheel Size: 24 x 10.5-12
• Front Caster Wheel Size: 13 x 6.5-6
• Caster Arm Attachment: Welded to frame
• Frame: Welded 7-gauge steel with 1.5 x 2.5 in steel tubing
• Length: 81.74 in
• Discharge Chute: Flexible molded polymer
• Key Applications: Commercial mowing, acreage mowing, estate maintenance, municipal grounds, schools, parks, roadside mowing, property management, rental fleet use, and large residential turf
• Warranty, Parts & Service: Warranty assistance when applicable, plus parts, service, blades, belts, filters, mower maintenance, and dealer-level support through Logger Shop & Construction Equipment, a Superior Equipment Solutions Company

The ZT5000 is designed for operators who need commercial-grade mowing performance without stepping into Bobcat’s largest zero-turn platform. The 61-inch AirFX deck gives the mower a wide cutting path for open acreage, commercial lawns, municipal properties, and larger residential accounts, while the zero-turn platform allows tight turns around trees, landscape beds, curbs, fence lines, and property features.

The AirFX cutting system is one of the strongest selling points of the Bobcat ZT5000. Bobcat describes the AirFX deck as using a deep-deck design with air-gap baffles that increase airflow and help lift grass to the blade for a clean, professional finish. The deck is built with dual 10-gauge steel layers and heavy 3-gauge and 7-gauge brackets throughout, giving commercial users the deck strength needed for long mowing days and rougher mowing conditions.

Power comes from the Kawasaki FX730V gas engine, a 23.5 hp commercial engine designed to provide smooth power output, reliable starts, and dependable mowing performance. Paired with Hydro-Gear ZT-3800 hydrostatic transaxles, the ZT5000 delivers responsive control, smooth drive feel, and productive mowing performance for operators who spend long hours covering turf. Bobcat’s ZT5000 press release also states that the model is designed for ground speeds up to 11 mph.

The 61-inch ZT5000 is built for productivity and durability. The welded 7-gauge steel frame, 24-inch drive tires, welded front caster arms, commercial-grade hydrostatic drive system, 7.8-gallon fuel capacity, flexible molded polymer discharge chute, and heavy-duty cutting deck all work together to support long mowing routes, demanding turf conditions, and daily professional use.

Operator comfort and control also matter on a commercial mower. Bobcat highlights the ZT5000 operator station with a high-back suspension seat, ergonomic controls, dual fuel tanks, tool-free deck access for cleaning, and operator-focused features designed to reduce fatigue and improve productivity through a full mowing day.

For buyers comparing zero-turn mowers, the Bobcat ZT5000 61" is a strong step up for customers who need more commercial durability, smoother hydrostatic performance, better deck construction, and higher mowing productivity than lighter-duty residential or prosumer mower platforms. Logger Shop & Construction Equipment, a Superior Equipment Solutions Company, supports customers with mower sales, parts, service, blades, belts, filters, warranty assistance when applicable, and dealer-level support before and after the sale.