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ZT1500 Zero Turn Mower

Efficient, Easy to Use, Quality Cut

The Simplicity® ZT1500 is complete with a refined cutting system and finely tuned twin-levers to provide a quick and smooth cut. Choose from two different decks widths and engine brands, whichever unit you choose, you’ll get a precision cut lawn and you will have fun doing it.

42, 46 inches

18, 21.5-gross hp*

kawasaki®
FR series V-Twin

Starting at: $2,699+

42 inches

20-gross hp**

briggs & stratton
professional series™ V-Twin

Starting at: $3,099+

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Features
  • Simplicity ZT1500 Engine Feature
    ENGINE OPTIONS — The ZT1500 now comes with a 2 engine option. The Kawasaki® FR Series V-Twin or the Briggs & Stratton Professional Series™.
  • Simplicity ZT1500 Hydro Gear Feature
    HYDRO-GEAR® EZT® TRANSMISSION—The ZT1500 has Hydro-Gear's most popular transmission. Designed to meet the demands of heavier machines and greater horsepower. The EZT® delivers smooth, variable speed and bi-directional control in a compact lightweight package, for low maintenance mowing.
  • Simplicity ZT1500 Castor Wheels Feature
    RUGGED CASTOR WHEELS — Rugged caster wheel assembly and smooth tread tire prevents turf damage on hairpin turns. Each wheel swivel 360 degrees on ball bearings. (Note: Footrest shown in image above is not available on ZT1500)
  • Simplicity ZT1500 Pivoting Axel Feature
    PIVOTING FRONT AXLE — Cast-iron axle pivots with ground contours allowing the mower to ride smoothly over the lawn. (Note: Footrest shown in image above is not available on ZT1500)
  • ZT1500 Control Feature
    CONTROL PANEL — Every control is right at your fingertips, key choke, throttle, mower engagement, headlight switch, hour meter, cup holder, and fuel gauge.
  • Simplicity ZT1500 Twin Lever Feature
    TWIN-LEVER CONTROL — Soft-touch, twin-lever control lets you glide through turns and around obstacles controlling ground speed with spin-on-a-dime maneuverability.

*All power levels are stated gross horsepower per SAE J2723 as rated by Kawasaki.
**All power levels are stated gross horsepower per SAE J1940 as rated by Briggs & Stratton.
+Suggested prices will vary by market. Prices in U.S. dollars. Set-up, delivery, documentation, and destination fees not included. See dealer for details.

ZT1500 Zero Turn Mower

Specifications

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Models 18/42 20/42 21.5/46
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Engine
Make Kawasaki® Briggs & Stratton Kawasaki®
Model FR Series V-Twin Professional Series™ V-Twin FR Series V-Twin
Start Type Key Key Key
Power Rating 18 gross hp* 20 gross hp** 21.5 gross hp*
Cylinders 2 2 2
Choke/Throttle Separate Controls Single-Lever Separate Controls
Fuel Tank Capacity (U.S. Gallons) 3 Gal 3 Gal 3 Gal
Battery(cca) 230cca 190cca 230cca
Transmission
Type Hydro-Gear® EZT® Hydro-Gear® EZT® Hydro-Gear® EZT®
Speed - Fwd 0-6.0 0-6.0 0-6.0
Speed - Rev 0-3.0 0-3.0 0-3.0
Brake Cog Cog Cog
Chassis
Frame 12-Gauge Steel 12-Gauge Steel 12-Gauge Steel
Front Axle Pivoting Cast-Iron Pivoting Cast-Iron Pivoting Cast-Iron
Front Tires 11 x 4 11 x 4 11 x 4
Rear Tires 18 x 8.5 18 x 8.5 18 x 8.5
Seat 15" Mid-Back 15" Mid-Back 15" Mid-Back
Suspension N/A N/A N/A
Mower Deck
Cutting Width (inches) 42 42 46
Mower Deck Type Stamped Steel Stamped Steel Stamped Steel
Height-of-Cut (inches) 1.5-3.75 1.5-3.75 1.5-3.75
Height-of-Cut Positions Infinite, Electric Infinite, Electric Infinite, Electric
# of Blades 2 2 3
Blade Engagement Electric PTO Switch Electric PTO Switch Electric PTO Switch
Mower Deck Removal Frame Mounted Frame Mounted Frame Mounted
Anti-Scalp Wheels 2 Front, Rear Roller 2 Front, Rear Roller 2 Front, Rear Roller
Spindle Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum
Features
Steering Twin-Levers Twin-Levers Twin-Levers
Headlights N/A N/A N/A
Fuel Level Indicator Electric Electric Electric
Cup Holder Standard Standard Standard
Rear Bumper Single-Bar Single-Bar Single-Bar
ROPS N/A N/A N/A
Dimensions
Assembled Length (inches) 73 73 73
Assembled Width (inches) 53 53 55
Assembled Height (inches) 39 39 39
Limited Warranty
Residential*** 3-Years 3-Years 3-Years
Commercial*** 90-Days 90-Days 90-Days
Retail Price+ $2,849 $2,699 $3,099

*All power levels are stated gross horsepower per SAE J2723 as rated by Kawasaki.
**All power levels are stated gross horsepower per SAE J1940 as rated by Briggs & Stratton.
+Suggested prices will vary by market. Prices in U.S. dollars. Set-up, delivery, documentation, and destination fees not included. See dealer for details.

ZT1500 Zero Turn Mower

Attachments

Simplicity Mulching Kit Attachment
42″ & 46″ Mulcher Kit*

Our innovative system reduces clippings and returns them to your lawn. Shredder blades (sold separately) install to pulverize crispy fall leaves.

Simplicity Twin Catcher Attachment
Twin Catcher**

Up to 6.5-bushels are collected in two removable, easy-to-empty bags.

Simplicity Triple Catcher Attachment
Triple Catcher**

Collect up to 10-bushels of clippings into three easy-to-empty bags.

*Shredder blades with mulcher kit must be ordered seperately. **Select collection systems for zero turn models are available with or without a turbo.
Note: Attachments for previously year models and additional attachments through allied equipment manufacturers not shown may be available. Some attachments require additional installation components (i.e. front weights for a catchers). Please see dealer for details.