2026 GRASSHOPPER 400D 1.3L

GRASSHOPPER 400D 1.3L―MIDMOUNT 400 SERIES LIQUID-COOLED DIESEL RIDING LAWN MOWERS Fast and powerful to get the job done on time, every time. The Grasshopper 400D 1.3L zero-turn lawn mower features the legendary power of a Kubota 3-cylinder MaxTorque™ Clean Diesel engine that delivers best-in-class torque and fuel economy. Commercial landscapes depend on Grasshopper mowers for their comfort, performance, productivity, quality and dependability. FEATURES & BENEFITS KUBOTA DIESEL ENGINE • EPA Tier 4 Final-compliant 77 cu. in. (1.3L) , 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled Kubota Clean Diesel engine with horizontal crankshaft and pressure lube for smooth, reliable operation ULTIMATE OPERATOR STATION • The deep-cushioned, deluxe Premium Comfort Seat features a coil-spring suspension and padded lumbar support for all-day comfort. Iso-mounting eliminates vibration before it reaches the seat, and both padded seat and armrests are covered in scuff-resistant, breathable CoolTemp Cordura® fabric, which dissipates heat and won’t tear or crack with extended use. • Operational controls including throttle, choke and angled View-Eze™ console and adjustable cup holder are well positioned for visibility and ease of reach • One or two hand steering system with QuikAjust Tilt™ dual levers with 9-inch comfort range that automatically returns the levers to the neutral position from the forward or reverse position. HEAVY-DUTY DECK • Extra-deep, 5.5-inch deck is fabricated from heavy-gauge formed steel with a reinforced anvil edge • Specially designed cutting chambers enhance airflow for better cut quality • Deck easily converts from side discharge to optional Down Discharge™ mulching or PowerVac™ collection • Sentry™ spindles with massive, 8-inch flanges anchored in a 6-bolt pattern, spread the force of impact for greater strength • Spindle planes are fabricated from double-layered formed steel laminate and combine with the spindles to form a triple-strength deck to keep blades level and deliver a high-quality cut. • Sentry™ spindle guards shield spindle housing and seal lower bearings from fiber wrap and dirt ingestion HYDRAULIC HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT • Hydraulic Height Adjustment for MidMount DuraMax™ decks 61-inches and larger allows operators to raise and lower cutting height at infinitely variable settings with toggle switch control. Standard on 400 Series models. MINIMAL MAINTENANCE • Fewer than 10 grease points and easy top-side access to belts and filters • 1,000-hour transmission fluid change intervals • Self-tensioning belts minimize cost and labor on routine maintenance REDUCED MAINTENANCE • Only two Access-Eze™ lubrication points cut maintenance time up to 95% • Self-tensioning belts minimize cost and labor on routine maintenance VIGILIANT OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM • Standard, low profile Roll-over Protection System (ROPS) structure with an adjustable seatbelt • Dampened steering levers that return to neutral from forward and reverse • Interlock switches that shut down the engine when the operator leaves the seat while PTO is engaged or levers are in drive position DESIGN-MATCHED G2 TRANSMISSION • Rugged G2 transmission with auxiliary cooling fans, HydroGear variable displacement 21 cc piston-type pumps and high-torque Parker wheel motors • CoolFan™ hydro cooling system with 7-micron absolute filter for cooling efficiency • Delivers smooth response and requires less maintenance, with industry-leading 1,000-hour fluid change interval WARRANTY • Commercial Use: 3-year unlimited hours; limited warranty: First two years covering parts and labor; third year covering parts only. • Residential Use: 4-year or 800-hour (whichever comes first); limited warranty covering parts and labor. RUGGED CONSTRUCTION • Robotically-welded steel construction for long-lasting durability • Centered-bearing design provides greater load-bearing capacity to handle the weight of operator, fuel and high-capacity collector with reserve strength for curb shocks and weight shifts • Tough-as-nails powder-coated finish is fusion-bonded for chip and rust resistance HIGH TEMPERATURE CLUTCH CUT OUT • Equipped with a High Temperature Clutch Cut-Out that automatically disengages the PTO if engine temperature reaches a certain point to prevent engine damage PREMIER SUSPENSION SEAT • Premier suspension seat provides the ultimate in operator comfort. Low-profile seat slides fore and aft and includes an integrated shock absorber that manually adjusts to operators between 100 – 300 lbs. Other ergonomic features include a backrest that tilts from -5 degrees to +30 degrees, a lumbar support mechanism, adjustable armrests and a retractable seat belt. OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES • Bar-Tread Low-Pressure Tires • LED Work Lights • QuikAjust Tilt™ Levers • Yellow Beacon Light • PowerVac® MidMount Collection System • Custom Cordura® Weather Cover • 4X Rear Discharge Deck • Edge-EZE™ Edger • Shielded Sprayer • Sunshade Canopy Vinyl • Radiator Cleaning Wand • Down Discharge™ Mulching Package • Foldable ROPS • SpeedTrimming™ Roller Kit • Wide Seat Conversion Kit • Extended Steering Levers • Sunshade Canopy Aluminum • DuraFlex™ Suspension Forks • Side Discharge Control Kit • Michelin® X® Tweel® Airless Turf Tire • Michelin® X® Tweel® Airless Front Caster Tire