Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower
Commercial mower · Model ZT3500 · Commercial-duty · Gas
Bobcat doesn’t publish a list price for this model — it’s dealer quote only. The Bobcat product page is the place to start.
- Weighs 773 lb
- On a 6×12 trailer 1,673 lb towed, single-axle 3,500 lb
- Mows an acre in 22 min (15 at top speed) How long for your yard? ›
- How these are worked out ›
The Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower is a commercial-grade gas commercial mower, built for daily commercial mowing, with a 48-inch deck. It weighs 773 lb (350.6 kg).
At a glance
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Engine
| Power Source | gas |
|---|---|
| Engine Power | 21.5 hp |
| Engine Model | Kaw FX651V |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) |
|---|---|
| Deck Construction | TufDeck Pro 10-gauge Top with 7-gauge Spindle Supports; 7-gauge Side Skirts |
| Blade Tip Speed | 17365 ft/min (5293 m/min) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
Drive
| Transmission | HG ZT-3400 Hydrostatic Transaxles |
|---|---|
| Ground Speed | 10 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 23 x 10.5-12 |
| Reverse Speed | 3.5 mph |
Dimensions
| Weight | 773 lbs (350.6 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 7.8 gal (29.5 L) |
| Length | 76 in (1930 mm) |
Commercial / Pro
| Seat Type | High-Back, Spring Suspension Seat |
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Professional use
How the ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower fits commercial and high-acreage work, from the specs we have. Duty class: Commercial.
Productivity computed from deck width and ground speed. Compare on the calculator ›
| Deck width | 48 in |
|---|---|
| Engine power | 21.5 hp |
| Transmission | HG ZT-3400 Hydrostatic Transaxles |
| Ground speed | 10 mph |
| Cut-height range | 38 mm – 124 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 29.5 L |
| Weight | 350.6 kg |
| Deck construction | TufDeck Pro 10-gauge Top with 7-gauge Spindle Supports; 7-gauge Side Skirts |
| Drive tire size | 23 x 10.5-12 |
| Seat type | High-Back, Spring Suspension Seat |
Bobcat doesn’t publish 9 of these for the ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower: engine make, engine displacement, drive type, warranty, commercial warranty, deck gauge, spindle type, frame construction, anti-scalp rollers.
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Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — bobcat.com.
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What the specs work out to
Figures MowerFacts computes from Bobcat’s own numbers — not published by the manufacturer.
Mowing time
- ¼ acre6 min 4 min
- ½ acre11 min 8 min
- 1 acre22 min 15 min
- 2 acres44 min 31 min
- 5 acres1 h 50 min 1 h 17 min
- 10 acres3 h 41 min 2 h 35 min
About 22 min per acre at 2.72 acres/hour, mowing at 7.0 mph. The second figure is at the published 10.0 mph top speed (3.88 acres/hour) — faster than anyone really mows. About 21.2 acres per tank.
Weight & hauling
- Machine weight773 lb
- + 6×12 trailer900 lb
- Towed weight1,673 lb
- single-axle 3,500 lbCarries it, 1,827 lb spare
- tandem-axle 7,000 lbCarries it, 5,327 lb spare
Needs a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer and a vehicle rated to tow at least 1,673 lb.
Gate & trailer fit
- 32 in gateToo wide
- 36 in gateToo wide
- 48 in gateToo wide
Needs at least 54 in of clearance (estimated).
Power & run time
- Power per deck inch0.448 hp/in
- Run time per tank~7.8 h
Mowing times assume 2.72 acres/hour: deck width x 7.0 mph at 80% efficiency, which allows for overlap, turns and trimming. 7.0 mph is 70% of the 10.0 mph top speed Bobcat publishes - almost nobody mows flat out. The "at top speed" figure is the same sum at 10.0 mph, shown so you can see it.
Fit uses the deck width plus 6 in for the discharge chute, because Bobcat doesn't publish an overall width — measure before buying if a gate is tight.
Towed weight adds a 900 lb allowance for a 6x12 open utility trailer to Bobcat's published machine weight. Your trailer's own weight is on its VIN plate. Tongue weight, axle placement and your vehicle's tow rating are still yours to check — this is the load, not a loading plan.
Run time assumes a typical 1 gal/hour burn at working load; real consumption varies with engine, load and cut.
Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower questions
What size deck is on the Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower?
The Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower has a 48-inch (1219 mm) cutting deck.
What engine is in the Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower?
The Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower is powered by 21.5 hp. Horsepower is the manufacturer's own rating.
How much does the Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower weigh?
The Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower weighs 773 lb (350.6 kg) as specified by Bobcat.
What size trailer do I need for the Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower?
At 773 lb, the Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower on a typical 6x12 open utility trailer (about 900 lb empty) is roughly 1,673 lb of towed weight. That is within a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer, and your tow vehicle needs to be rated for at least 1,673 lb. Tongue weight, axle placement and your own trailer's empty weight still have to be checked — this is the arithmetic, not a loading plan.
How fast is the Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower?
Top ground speed is 10 mph. With its 48-inch deck that works out to about 3.88 acres per hour at 80% efficiency — allowing for overlap, turns and trimming.
How long does the Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower take to mow an acre?
About 15 min per acre, from its 48-inch deck at 10 mph and 80% efficiency — roughly 3.88 acres an hour, so five acres is about 1 h 17 min. Rough or obstacle-heavy ground takes longer; this is deck width times ground speed, not a timed test.
How big is the fuel tank on the Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower?
The Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower holds 7.8 gal (29.5 L) of fuel.
How much does the Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower cost?
Bobcat doesn't publish a list price for the Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower — it's sold on a dealer quote. MowerFacts records prices only where the manufacturer publishes them.
What is the Bobcat ZT3500 Zero-Turn Mower built for?
Commercial-duty commercial mower. Built for daily, paid commercial use.
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