Grasshopper Model 940 EFI

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Features

Built for Long Life

  • Robotically-welded, high-grade steel construction and I-beam reinforcement for long-lasting durability
  • Centered-bearing design provides greater load-bearing capacity to easily 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

 

QuikConverter™ Implement Capability

  • Add or remove implements in minutes without tools with QuikConverter™ Implement System
  • Equip your out-front mower with a wide range of tools, including turf cleanup, renovation and snow removal implements that extend your productivity year-round

 

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

 

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 1.25 and 5.0 inches and controls deck lift functions using a single switch.

 

Vigilant 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

 

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

 

USB Ports

  • Two USB Charging Ports

 

Vanguard Big Block EFI Engine

  • 993 cc Vanguard Big Block EFI engine with optimized fuel injection and spark timing for added power and fuel economy
  • V-twin OHV technology with superior balance, low vibration, lower emissions, improved valve life, better fuel economy and higher HP/Weight
  • Industrial grade solenoid shift starter for quick, reliable starts
  • Suite of support and diagnostic tools allows for minimizing potential downtime
  • Facilitates faster and more precise service

 

LED Work Lights

  • LED work lights provide improved visibility in low light situations.

 

Design-Matched G3 Transmission 

  • Rugged G3 hydrostatic transmission with auxiliary cooling fans, HydroGear variable displacement 21cc piston-type pumps and high-torque Parker wheel motors with single serpentine belt for more efficient power transfer to the drive.
  • 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

 

Wide Stance Single-Fork Tail Wheels

  • Wide stance single-fork tail wheels provide increased flotation and stability for a smoother ride.

 

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, ignition and push/pull PTO switches, angled View-Eze™ console and adjustable cup holder are well positioned for visibility and ease of reach.
  • One- or two handed operation with QuikAjust Tilt™ dual levers with 9-inch comfort range to custom fit operator's reach. Levers automatically return to neutral from either forward or reverse position and are less strenuous than riding mowers with steering wheels.

 

Premier Suspension Seat

  • Optional 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.

 

Hydraulic Lift

  • Hydraulic Lift raises the front of the deck to maneuver over soft or uneven ground and to clear curbs, trailer ramps and other obstacles, operated by a lift switch on the steering lever.

Specifications

ENGINE  
Type/Horsepower/Cylinders Vanguard Big Block EFI, V-twin with Electronic Throttle Control
Displacement 60.6 cu. in. (993 cc)
Lubrication System Pressure Lube/Filter
Crankshaft Horizontal
Cooling System Air
Fuel Gasoline - unleaded
Fuel Capacity 14.4 U.S. Gal. (54.61 l)
Optional Fuel Capacity NA
Air Cleaner Heavy-duty, remote mounted, cyclonic, dual element air filtration.
Muffler Ultra quiet, single, industrial type
DURAMAX® DECKS  
DECK DuraMax
Mulching Package # 504569(61), 504571(72)
DURAMAX® DECK SIZE – 41" Deck NA
– 42" Deck NA
– 44" Deck NA
– 48" Deck NA
– 52" Deck NA
– 61" Deck *
– 72" Deck *
CUTTING HEIGHT RANGE 1.25 to 5.0 in. (3.2 cm to 12.7 cm)
CONSTRUCTION (Robotic-welded steel) Tubular 2.25 in. x 4 in. boxed members with 0.25 in. gussets. Formed double thickness hardened steel (0.269 in. 7.6% thicker than 0.25 in. (6.35 mm)) truss spindle plane and (3) Sentry™ spindles and a triple-strength upper deck, 1/2 inch thick in stress zones. Geometrically engineered design with 7 gauge skirts to withstand the brunt of commercial mowing.
BLADES (Tempered, alloy steel) – 41" Deck NA
– 42" Deck NA
– 44" Deck NA
– 48" Deck NA
– 52" Deck NA
– 61" Deck (3) 21 in. (53.3 cm)
– 72" Deck (3) 25 in. (63.5 cm)
SPINDLE ASSEMBLIES Sentry™ Spindle System, 2.5 cm (approx. 1 in.) O.D. shaft. Double bearings greasable from top of deck. Spindle head designed to eliminate fiber wrap. Spindle cones shield housing and lower bearings from fiber wrap and dirt ingestion.
SPINDLE HOUSINGS 8 in. (20.3 cm)-diameter machined aluminum housing with 6-bolt pattern.
BLADE DRIVE Maintenance-free gearbox with single Kevlar V-belt and idler arm tensioning.
TRIMABILITY (Outside of std. tire to left trim side) – 41" Deck NA
– 42" Deck NA
– 44" Deck NA
– 48" Deck NA
– 52" Deck NA
– 61" Deck 7.0 in. (17.8 cm)***
– 72" Deck 12.25 in. (31.1 cm)***
STARTER & ELECTRICAL SYSTEM  
Battery (maintenance-free) 12 Volt
Starter Solenoid shift
Ignition Breakerless
Interlock System Prevents engine start when PTO clutch is engaged or steering levers are in drive position. Allows operator dismount without engine shutdown only when PTO is disengaged and steering levers are locked in neutral.
ULTIMATE OPERATOR STATION  
Seat Grammer 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.
Suspension InFrame™ suspension
Console-mounted Instruments Low engine oil pressure, engine code light and parking brake warning lights, electronic fuel gauge/hour meter, two USB charging ports, work light, ignition and push/pull PTO switches.
Work Lights Standard - LED
Hour Meter Standard
TRANSMISSION & STEERING  
Type Rugged, design-matched G3 hydrostatic system with auxiliary cooling fans, HydroGear variable displacement 21 cc piston-type pumps and Parker/Ross wheel motors.
Filtration/Hydro Fluid Integrated, replaceable, high-efficiency, fine-particle filter / Grasshopper CoolTemp Hydro-Max™ fluid withstands high and low temperature extremes for 1,000 hour change intervals.
Speed 0 - 11.0 mph (0 - 17.7 kph) forward 0 - 6.0 mph (0 - 9.7 kph) reverse
Turning Radius True zero degree, turns within own length with counter-rotating, independently powered drive wheels. Seat is pivot point.
Steering One- or two-hand operation with adjustable HydraSmooth™ QuikAjust Tilt™ dual levers with 9-inch adjustment for a custom fit that automatically return to neutral from either forward or reverse position.
Brakes Dynamic braking through hydrostatic transmission.
Parking Brake Disc parking brakes, one for each drive wheel.
Attachment Drive Telescoping PTO shaft with two high-speed U-joints, Quik-D-Tatch® coupler and heavy-duty electric Mag Stop® blade clutch/brake.
TIRE SIZES  
MidMount  
Drive Wheels - Standard (4-ply rated) – 41" Deck NA
– 42" Deck NA
– 44" Deck NA
– 48" Deck NA
– 52" Deck NA
– 61" Deck NA
– 72" Deck NA
Drive Wheels - Optional (4-ply rated) NA
Front Wheels - All Models NA
FrontMount  
Drive Wheels - Standard (4-ply rated) 24x12x12 bar tread, high flotation, 4-ply rated
Drive Wheels - Optional (4-ply rated) 24 x 12.00-12, turf tread, 4-ply rated
  24 x 12-12 Michelin® X® Tweel® airless turf tread
Single Tail Wheel NA
Wide Stance Single Fork Tail Wheel 13x6.50x6 rib tread, pneumatic (2)
Deck Tires (4-ply rated) – 41" Deck NA
– 42" Deck
– 44" Deck NA
– 48" Deck NA
– 52" Deck NA
– 61" Deck 11x4.00x5 (flat proof), 4-ply rated
– 72" Deck 13x6.50x6 rib tread, pneumatic, 4-ply rated
DIMENSIONS  
Height (Seat Back) 47.0 in. (119.4 cm)
Height (Seat Cushion) 31.5 in. (80.0 cm)
Height (ROPS) 69.5 in. 176.5 cm)
Length (frontmount w/ DuraMax® Deck - Mowing Position) – 41" Deck NA
– 42" Deck NA
– 44" Deck NA
– 48" Deck NA
– 52" Deck NA
– 61" Deck 112.5 in. (285.8 cm)
– 72" Deck 120.5 in. (306.1 cm)
Length (FrontMount Power Unit + DuraMax® Deck - Folded Up) – 41" Deck NA
– 42" Deck NA
– 44" Deck NA
– 48" Deck NA
– 52" Deck NA
– 61" Deck 94.0 in. (238.8 cm)
– 72" Deck 107.0 in. (271.8 cm)
Deck Width (Side Discharge) – 41" Deck NA
– 42" Deck NA
– 44" Deck NA
– 48" Deck NA
– 52" Deck NA
– 61" Deck 74.5 in. (189.2 cm)
– 72" Deck 85.5 in. (227.3 cm)
Deck Width (Mulch*) – 41" Deck NA
– 42" Deck NA
– 44" Deck NA
– 48" Deck NA
– 52" Deck NA
– 61" Deck 62.5 in.* (158.8 cm)
– 72" Deck 73.5 in.* (186.7 cm)
FrontMount PowerUnit Only (Width/Length) 53.0 in. (134.6 cm)/70.0 in. (177.8 cm)
FrontMount Power Unit (Wheelbase) 54.5 in. (138.4 cm)
WEIGHT  
(Uncrated) – 41" Deck NA
– 42" Deck NA
– 44" Deck NA
– 48" Deck NA
– 52" Deck NA
– 61" Deck 1585 lbs. (718.9 kg)
– 72" Deck 1685 lbs. (764.3 kg)
FrontMount Power Unit Only (uncrated) 1140 lbs. (517.1 kg)
FrontMount Deck Only - Side Discharge (uncrated) – 41" Deck NA
– 42" Deck NA
– 44" Deck NA
– 48" Deck NA
– 52" Deck NA
– 61" Deck 445 lbs. (201.8 kg)
– 72" Deck 545 lbs. (247.2 kg)
Mulching Package – 41" Deck NA
– 42" Deck NA
– 44" Deck NA
– 48" Deck NA
– 52" Deck NA
– 61" Deck 37 lbs. (16.8 kg)
– 72" Deck 50 lbs. (22.7 kg)
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