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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.
Best suited for
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 SO26 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 52-inch deck; gas powered
- Grasshopper SO34.5KW — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 61-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 4 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- SO26 uses a Vanguard engine; SO34.5KW uses a Kawasaki 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.
- SO26 has a T-Drive Transmission transmission; SO34.5KW has a T6 Drive Transmission transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- SO26 holds 9.3 gal (35 L) of fuel; SO34.5KW holds 13.5 gal (51.1 L) of fuel, a 4.2 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.
- SO26 has a 52 in (1,321 mm) deck; SO34.5KW has a 61 in (1,549 mm) deck, a 9 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 ›
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 | SO26 Grasshopper · Commercial |
SO34.5KW Grasshopper · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $13,365 | $13,365 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Make | Vanguard | Kawasaki |
| Displacement | 49.4 ci (810 cc) | 50.2 ci (822 cc) |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 52 in (1321 mm) | 61 in (1549 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | T-Drive Transmission | T6 Drive Transmission |
| Dimensions | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 9.3 gal (35 L) | 13.5 gal (51.1 L) |
Where these models differ, explained
SO26: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — grasshoppermower.com.
SO34.5KW: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — jfhl539zzuegfiyw.public.blob.vercel-storage.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.