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- Ariens RIDGELINE 52 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 52-inch deck; gas powered
- Ariens RIDGELINE 48 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
| Spec | RIDGELINE 52 Ariens · Commercial |
RIDGELINE 48 Ariens · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki FS651V | Kawasaki FS651V |
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (725.9 cc) | 44.3 ci (725.9 cc) |
| Engine Power | 22 hp | 22 hp |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 52 in (1321 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Blades | 3 | 3 |
| Cut Positions | 13 | 13 |
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Blade Tip Speed | 18287 ft/min (5574 m/min) | 16903 ft/min (5152 m/min) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Ground Speed | 7 mph | 7 mph |
| Drive System | Hydro-Gear® ZT-2800® Transaxles | Hydro-Gear® ZT-2800® Transaxles |
| Reverse Speed | 3 mph | 3 mph |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 731 lbs (331.6 kg) | 719 lbs (326.1 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.5 gal (17 L) | 4.5 gal (17 L) |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 4 yr | 4 yr |
RIDGELINE 52: Specs verified against the retailer listing on Jun 6, 2026 — milkspowerequipment.com.
RIDGELINE 48: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — ariens.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.