SCAG FREEDOM Z 48″ | Yard Empire (2024)

Product Details

• Up to8 MPH forwardand5 MPH reversespeeds deliver maximum productivity. Fast ground speeds will make short work of your residential acreage or commercial property.

• Fully welded and fabricated, unitized steel, commercial grade main framedesign is stronger than “bolt together” or stamped frame designs. This frame is built to last.

• 48″ & 52″(cutting width)cutter decks are constructed with a 10-gauge top with an 11-gauge reinforcement plate around the spindle mounting area for extra support. The cutter deck skirt is 7-gauge for additional strength. This is not a mass produced, stamped steel deck.This is a commercial grade, fully fabricated and welded heavy steel cutter deck.

• Power your Freedomwith commercial grade, full pressure lubrication engines. 24 HP or 26 HPKohler 7000 PRO SeriesV-Twin engine options.

• Dual Hydro-Gear ZT-2800 transaxles put solid, reliable power to the ground. Integrated transaxle has charge pumps and spin-on oil filters and steel plate oil filter guards to protect filters from damage. 1-year commercial warranty on transaxles; 3-year non-commercial application warranty on transaxles.

• Custom, bolstered seatadds another level of comfort to the 48″ & 52″ Scag Freedom Z. Fold-up arm rests are standard.

• Ogura G1 PTO clutch brakehas lots of torque (74 ft/lbs) for smooth blade engagements and solid holding power in heavy cutting conditions. Adjustable air gap delivers long component life.

• Low-maintenance mower designhas few grease points, saving you maintenance time and giving you the freedom to do other things.

• Fixed-position ROPS (Roll Over Protection System)is standard equipment along with retractable seatbelts. ROPS provides additional operator safety.

• Compact mower sizeenables you to take the Freedom Z into tight places. The Freedom Z also occupies less space in your garage or on the trailer, leaving more room for other tools and toys.

• 6.5 gallon fuel capacitygives you the freedom to cut vast amounts of grass without having to stop and refuel. The fuel tank features an extra large filler neck for easy refueling.

• Large drive and caster tiresensure solid traction and a smooth ride.
  -Front caster tires: 11 x 6 – 5
  -Drive tires: 20 x 10 – 10

• Extra large foot platefor improved operator comfort and easier mounting and dismounting of the mower. The pierced, extruded metal tread ensures solid footing.

• Easily adjust cutting heightswhile seated via. Wide range of adjustment from 1″ to 4-1/2″ in 1/4″ increments.

• Foot pedal deck liftfeatures a large knurled peg for “no slip” deck lifting. Spring-assisted design makes lifting the cutter deck easy and smooth.

• The Scag “Simply the Best” warrantystands behind you and your mower for years of worry-free service. Unlike other mowers in its price range, the Freedom Z carries a commercial warranty as well as an estate owner / home owner warranty.

• Spring-loaded, self-adjusting idler armseffortlessly keep all belts in constant adjustment for maximum life and no maintenance.

• All steel pulleysare stronger than plastic pulley designs. This is a Scag….you will not find plastic pulleys on the Freedom Z. Steel dust and debris covers are fitted over idler pulley bearings and spindles to keep foreign material out, extending bearing life.

• Comfortable, adjustable (with tool), fully cushioned seat with padded arm rests. Retractable seat belts are standard equipment.

• Padded steering control leverswith ultra-smooth dampers for smooth, precise responsiveness. Levers are adjustable.

• Steering dampersare designed and positioned for smooth steering lever operation and minimal control effort.

• 4-corner cutter deck adjustment mechanismsallow for easy deck leveling and pitch adjustment to deliver a smooth, even cut.

• Heavy-duty, no maintenance blade drive spindlesprovide reliable performance day in and day out; aluminum housings and sealed ball bearings.

• Interlocked parking brake systemprevents movement when parked on inclines. The mower cannot be driven when the brake is applied. This prevents premature brake wear.

• Operator friendly instrument panelis conveniently located just to the left of the operator. It includes an ignition switch, mower engagement switch, and separate choke and throttle controls.

• User-friendly mower designallows quick access to the engine and filters, for easy maintenance.

• Cup holder and storage binare molded into the fuel tank to provide added operator convenience and comfort.

• Hydraulic oil reservoir and maintenance-free batteryare enclosed within the left side tank molding to prevent external damage and to provide a sleek, clean appearance.

• Engine oil drainmakes oil changes easy.

• High-quality electrical componentssuch as switches and tightly woven, custom wiring harness looms are used throughout the Scag mower line for dependability and long life.

• Digital hour meterlocated within easy sight of the operator while in the operating position.

• Productive, time savingaccessorieslike a grass collection system and high-powered halogen lights are available for the Freedom Z.