2026 GRASSHOPPER 525V42

GRASSHOPPER 525V-42―FRONTMOUNT 500V SERIES AIR-COOLED GAS RIDING LAWN MOWERS The Grasshopper 525V-42 is the fastest, most economical and compact FrontMount™ riding lawn mower available. This zero-radius mower with a 42-inch front-mounted cutting deck will fit through 4-foot gates and is perfect for homeowners and landscape professionals. Enjoy all the zero-radius maneuverability, cut quality, comfort and durability that only Grasshopper riding lawn mowers provide. The PowerFold® Electric Deck Lift feature raises the deck to a near vertical position for easy cleaning and compact storage. FEATURES & BENEFITS 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 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 POWERFOLD® ELECTRIC DECK LIFT • Standard on all FrontMount™ DuraMax® decks, PowerFold® is the zero-turn mower industry's first electric deck lift (introduced in 2004). • PowerFold® rotates the deck nearly 90 degrees to provide easy access to the underside of the deck for simplified maintenance and mulching package installation, plus space-saving portability and storage. • The feature also adjusts cutting height between 2.0 and 4.5 inches and controls deck lift functions using a single switch. 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-handed operation with ComfortReach™ adjustable Hydra-Smooth™ dual levers that automatically return to neutral from either forward or reverse position. WARRANTY • Commercial Use: 2-year or 800-hour (whichever comes first); limited warranty covering parts and labor. • Residential Use: 4-year or 800-hour (whichever comes first); limited warranty: First two years covering parts and labor, last two years covering parts only. DESIGN-MATCHED TRANSMISSION • Design-matched, fully hydraulic Parker HTE Series integrated pump-and-wheel-motor transmissions with in-line cooling fans and fine-particle filtration • No power-robbing gearbox or other wear parts for longer service life • Provides best-in-class transmission fluid change interval with no break-in period, reducing costs and maintenance time 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 B&S CXI ENGINE • 724 cc (44.2 cu. in.) B&S CXi engine, V-Twin, OHV engine • Heavy-duty components enhance power and reliability • Five-step, Integrated Cyclonic Air Management System for cleaner performance • Extended maintenance intervals • Three-year limited commercial engine manufacturer warranty (see dealer for details) OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES • Tail Wheel Options • Yellow Beacon Light • Sunshade Canopy Vinyl • Adjustable Cup Holder • Down Discharge™ Mulching Package • Extended Steering Levers • Sunshade Canopy Aluminum • LED Work Lights • PowerVac® FrontMount Collection System • QuikAjust Tilt™ Levers • Side Discharge Control Kit • Bar-Tread Low-Pressure Tires