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List prices are the manufacturer’s published figures, re-checked daily; they exclude tax, freight and dealer setup.
A side-by-side reference of each model's stated specifications. MowerFacts doesn’t give opinions: where a published, spec-derived rule can separate machines we mark a Data Pick and show the rule; here, read the values and decide what fits your needs.
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What each model is built for, from its duty class and key specs. This is a neutral reference — MowerFacts does not rank one model above another.
- Grasshopper 125VB — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 41-inch deck; gas powered
- Grasshopper 225 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- 125VB holds 3 gal (11.4 L) of fuel; 225 holds 12 gal (45.4 L) of fuel, a 9 gal difference. Tank size bounds how long a machine runs between stops. Consumption varies with engine, load and speed, so hours per tank are not fixed.
- 125VB lists at $8,760; 225 lists at $15,030, a $6,270 difference. List price is the maker's own figure before tax, freight and dealer setup. Dealers set the final price.
- 125VB uses a Briggs & Stratton engine; 225 uses a Rehlko engine. The engine maker builds the engine; the mower maker chooses the model, rating and fit, so the badge alone does not settle output or longevity.
- 125VB has a Parker HTE Transmission transmission; 225 has a G2 Hydrostatic Transmission transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- 125VB has a 41 in (1,041 mm) deck; 225 has a 48 in (1,219 mm) deck, a 7 in difference. Deck width sets how much grass each pass covers. Mowing time also depends on ground speed, turns and obstacles, so a wider deck alone does not fix the job's length. Time both decks on your own lawn ›
1 more difference, what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- 125VB has a 44.2 ci (724 cc) engine; 225 has a 45.6 ci (747 cc) engine, a 1.4 ci difference.
Not comparable
- Weight: not published for 225.
Verified means each manufacturer publishes the figure. A bigger number is only a bigger number; nothing here says which machine is better. The full specification table is below.
Which is faster on your property? › Measure your lawn once and MowerFacts times all 2 against it.
| Spec | 125VB Grasshopper · Zero-Turn |
225 Grasshopper · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $8,760 | $15,030 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44.2 ci (724 cc) | 45.6 ci (747 cc) |
| Engine Make | Briggs & Stratton | Rehlko |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 41 in (1041 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Parker HTE Transmission | G2 Hydrostatic Transmission |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 700 lbs (317.5 kg) | — |
| Fuel Capacity | 3 gal (11.4 L) | 12 gal (45.4 L) |
Where these models differ, explained
125VB: Specs verified against the retailer listing on Jun 8, 2026 — belcherspower.com.
225: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — grasshoppermower.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.