Built to deliver low-maintenance and high-performance operation, the Patriot™ makes a statement; it says you’re a hardworking lawn care professional that believes in getting a job done right. In other words, this machine is built to make money and leave your customers—and their neighbors—saluting your handiwork.
Heavy-duty Hero Cutter Deck design and construction yield an excellent quality-of-cut. Deep design handles lots of grass at higher speeds. Heavy-duty, aluminum, sealed ball bearing, blade-drive spindles provide reliable performance season after season.
The ZT drive systems’ dual hydro transaxles with all-metal gears and spin-on oil filters deliver smooth, solid power to the drive wheels. Large cooling fans keep temperatures low and extend component life.
The Ogura GT2 PTO Clutch Brake provides excellent starting and stopping power for the cutter deck, 108 ft. lb. of holding strength, and an adjustable air gap for long life.
Heavy-duty Hero Cutter Deck design and construction yield an excellent quality-of-cut. Deep design handles lots of grass at higher speeds. Heavy-duty, aluminum, sealed ball bearing, blade-drive spindles provide reliable performance season after season.
Tubular-steel main frame delivers unmatched strength and longevity.
The ZT drive systems’ dual hydro transaxles with all-metal gears and spin-on oil filters deliver smooth, solid power to the drive wheels. Large cooling fans keep temperatures low and extend component life.
Fewer grease points increase operator convenience and ease-of-ownership.
The torsion-spring suspension seat adjusts to each operator’s weight, is contoured and features armrests, all to provide superior comfort.
Pierced, extruded-steel footplate is rubber iso-mounted for enhanced comfort.
Foot-operated parking brake activates a disc-brake system, allowing the parking brake to be engaged without taking your hands off of the steering controls. Ausco disc brakes provide reliable performance.
Choose from a variety of proven air-cooled, V-twin engine options to help you get the job done.
| Model | Deck Width | Engine | Horsepower | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPZ-52H-22FX | 52″ | Kawasaki® FX Series | 22 | $9,529 |
| SPZ-52H-23CV | 52″ | Kohler® Command PRO® | 23 | $9,199 |
SPZ-52H-24FT  | 52″ | Kawasaki® FT Series | 24 | $9,429 |
| SPZ-52H-25ZT | 52″ | Kohler® Confidant | 25 | $8,599 |
| SPZ-52H-26BV | 52″ | Vanguard™ BIG BLOCK™ | 26 | $9,539 |
| SPZ-52H-27CX | 52″ | Briggs & Stratton® CXi Series™ | 27 | $9,199 |
| SPZ-61H-23FX | 61″ | Kawasaki® FX Series | 23 | $10,249 |
| SPZ-61H-25ZT | 61″ | Kohler® Confidant | 25 | $8,999 |
| SPZ-61H-25CV | 61″ | Kohler® Command PRO® | 25 | $9,749 |
| SPZ-61H-26BV | 61″ | Vanguard™ BIG BLOCK™ | 26 | $10,119 |
| SPZ-61H-27CX | 61″ | Briggs & Stratton® CXi Series™ | 27 | $9,749 |
| Contact your local Scag dealer for specific availability information. | ||||
| Product Dimensions | 52″ Patriot | 61″ Patriot |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 73″ | 79″ |
| Width (chute down) | 64.5″ | 73.5″ |
| Width (chute in transport position) | 53″ | 62″ |
| Height (ROPS folded) | 46.5″ | 47″ |
| Height (ROPS up) | 61″ | 61″ |
| Weight | 907-911 lb | 952-956 lb |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Total Fuel Capacity | 6.5 gallons |
| Drive Tires | 22″ x 10.5″-12″ (52″) 24″ x 12″-12″ (61″) |
| Caster Tires | 13″ x 6.5″-6″ |
| Seat | Torsion-spring suspension seat |
| Drive System | |
| Drive System Type | Hydro-Gear ZT3100 Transaxle (52″) Hydro-Gear ZT3400 Transaxle (61″) |
| Pumps | ZT3100 Internal Pump: 10 cc (52″) ZT3400 Internal Pump: 12 cc (61″) |
| Motors | Internal Motor: 16 cc |
| Forward Ground Speed | 8.5 mph (52″) 10 mph (61″) |
| Reverse Ground Speed | 5 mph |
| Parking Brake | Foot-operated pedal |
| Cutting Widths | 52″ and 61″ |
| Cutting Height | 1.5″ to 5″ in .25″ increments |
| Deck | |
| Spindles | Aluminum housing with sealed ball bearings. |
| Construction | Dual-plate cutter deck constructed of 2 steel plates. Reinforcement plate at cutter deck spindles. |
| Deck Lift | Foot-operated pedal |
| Type | Hero Cutter Deck |
| Blade Engagement | Ogura GT2 (108 ft lb) Adjustable air-gap for extended life. |
Accessory shown as example only. Actual appearance and/or placement of the accessory may vary by specific model.
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