Our newest BigDog, the Alpha, leads its class with top-quality cutting, power and style. A Kawasaki engine standard and welded steel deck. Rugged engine guard. Super-comfortable embroidered seat and all this with an industry-leading 7-year limited residential warranty. The Alpha is truly the first of its kind.
FEATURES:
Welded steel deck. NOT STAMPED!
18" drive tyres, 11" caster tyres
Proven Hydro-Gear EZT transmission for smooth operation and extended life
Serviceable deck spindles
Toughest frame, front forks, and deck in the industry
Simplest maintenance in the industry
11.35 Litre (3 US gal) fuel capacity
Smooth Trak steering with automatic park brake system
Fast, professional zero turn productivity
Kawasaki premium and commercial grade engine
Always-on LED lights
Reinforced engine guard
 
Engine: Kawasaki FR691V
HP: 23.0 hp (17.2kW) @ 3600 rpm (Please Note: Horsepower rating as tested to SAE J1995
Standards.)
Type: Air cooled, 90-degree V-twin, normally aspirated petrol engine.
Ignition: Electronic
Oil Filter: Spin-on engine oil filter / Total oil capacity 2.2 U.S. qt. (2.1 litre) w/filter
Fuel: Unleaded (see engine manufacturers specifications)
Fuel Capacity: 11.35 L (3 US gal)
Air Filter: Cartridge air filter
Cooling: Air cooled. Fly-wheel fan
Governor: Mechanical
PTO Clutch: Electric PTO Clutch
Drive System: Dual hydrostatic. Hydro-Gear EZT
Ground Speed - Forward: 0-10.46 kph (0-6.5 mph)
Ground Speed - Reverse: 0-6.43 kph (0-4 mph)
Steering: SmoothTrak twin-lever steering provides independent control of each drive wheel.
Speed, forward, reverse, brake, and turns are all controlled with hand-operated controls.
Brakes: In Service: Hydrostatic dynamic braking.
Parking: Patented automatic park brake system.
Caster Tyres: 11 x 4 - 5, smooth tread
Drive Tyres: 18 x 8.50 - 8, turf tread
Weight: 237 kg (522 lbs)
Seat: Moulded-vinyl, suspension springs
Construction: Mainframe is 3.25" x 1.5" x .120" (8.25 cm x 3.8 cm x .30 cm) rectangular steel
tubing. Front caster wheels mounted with roller bearings on each wheel. Front caster forks are .25" (.63 cm) steel. Front axle fabricated with steel ball bearings.
ROPS: **No ROPS**
Seat Suspension: Seat-pan suspension springs standard.
Controls: Hand-operated choke, throttle, ignition switch, electric mower clutch, Integrated
parking brakes
Cup Holder: One cup holder moulded into the left side fuel tank. Accommodates nearly any cup
size.
Height: 39" (990 mm)
Overall Length: 73" (1855 mm)
Cutting Widths: 51.2" cut
Deck Lift: Hand Operated
Deck Construction: 11 ga, .120" (3.0 mm) fabricated welded steel deck with reinforced 14 ga (1.9 mm)
spindle mounts and impact / trim areas featuring 1/4" (6.35 mm) steel bar.
Cutting Height(s): Hand-operated deck height adjustment.
Height adjustment 1.5" to 4.5" (3.81 cm to 11.43 cm)
Blade(s): (3) Heavy-duty, heat treated blades 17.86"
Blade Drive: V-belt drive from engine with electric clutch.
Spindles: Die cast aluminium housings with 3/4" (19.05 mm) steel shafts and steel ball
bearings with triple protection seals.
Optional Accessories: Optional accessories available for purchase separately include:
Mulch Kit 52": BDA124443 Catcher: BDA937441 - Non-powered, two-bag catcher. Light Kit: BDA119600 Steering Extension Kit: BDA333724
Please Note: Specifications subject to change without notice.