Hustler Turf Surfer Pro
Commercial mower · Commercial-duty · Gas
Hustler Turf doesn’t publish a list price for this model — it’s dealer quote only. The Hustler Turf product page is the place to start.
- Weighs 490 lb
- On a 6×12 trailer 1,390 lb towed, single-axle 3,500 lb
- Mows an acre in 37 min (26 at top speed) How long for your yard? ›
- How these are worked out ›
The Hustler Turf Surfer Pro is a commercial-grade gas commercial mower, built for daily commercial mowing, with a 48-inch deck and a 603cc engine making 15 hp. It weighs 490 lb (222.3 kg).
At a glance
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Engine
| Power Source | gas |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Kawasaki FS541 |
| Displacement | 36.8 ci (603 cc) |
| Engine Power | 15 hp |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) |
|---|---|
| Max Cut Height | 4.8 in (121 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 2 in (51 mm) |
Drive
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear ZT-1800® |
|---|---|
| Ground Speed | 6 mph |
| Drive Type | Dual Hydrostatic |
Dimensions
| Weight | 490 lbs (222.3 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 2 gal (7.6 L) |
General
| Warranty | 2 yr |
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Professional use
How the Surfer Pro 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 make | Kawasaki FS541 |
| Engine displacement | 603 cc |
| Engine power | 15 hp |
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear ZT-1800® |
| Drive type | Dual Hydrostatic |
| Ground speed | 6 mph |
| Cut-height range | 51 mm – 121 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.6 L |
| Weight | 222.3 kg |
| Warranty | 2 |
Hustler Turf doesn’t publish 8 of these for the Surfer Pro: commercial warranty, deck construction, deck gauge, spindle type, frame construction, anti-scalp rollers, drive tire size, seat type.
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Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — hustlerturf.com.
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What the specs work out to
Figures MowerFacts computes from Hustler Turf’s own numbers — not published by the manufacturer.
Mowing time
- ¼ acre9 min 6 min
- ½ acre18 min 13 min
- 1 acre37 min 26 min
- 2 acres1 h 14 min 52 min
- 5 acres3 h 4 min 2 h 9 min
About 37 min per acre at 1.63 acres/hour, mowing at 4.2 mph. The second figure is at the published 6.0 mph top speed (2.33 acres/hour) — faster than anyone really mows. About 3.3 acres per tank.
Weight & hauling
- Machine weight490 lb
- + 6×12 trailer900 lb
- Towed weight1,390 lb
- single-axle 3,500 lbCarries it, 2,110 lb spare
- tandem-axle 7,000 lbCarries it, 5,610 lb spare
Needs a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer and a vehicle rated to tow at least 1,390 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 inch0.313 hp/in
- Run time per tank~2.0 h
Mowing times assume 1.63 acres/hour: deck width x 4.2 mph at 80% efficiency, which allows for overlap, turns and trimming. 4.2 mph is 70% of the 6.0 mph top speed Hustler Turf publishes - almost nobody mows flat out. The "at top speed" figure is the same sum at 6.0 mph, shown so you can see it.
Fit uses the deck width plus 6 in for the discharge chute, because Hustler Turf 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 Hustler Turf'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.
Hustler Turf Surfer Pro questions
What size deck is on the Hustler Turf Surfer Pro?
The Hustler Turf Surfer Pro has a 48-inch (1219 mm) cutting deck.
What engine is in the Hustler Turf Surfer Pro?
The Hustler Turf Surfer Pro is powered by a Kawasaki FS541, 603 cc, 15 hp. Horsepower is the manufacturer's own rating.
How much does the Hustler Turf Surfer Pro weigh?
The Hustler Turf Surfer Pro weighs 490 lb (222.3 kg) as specified by Hustler Turf.
What size trailer do I need for the Hustler Turf Surfer Pro?
At 490 lb, the Hustler Turf Surfer Pro on a typical 6x12 open utility trailer (about 900 lb empty) is roughly 1,390 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 1,390 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 Hustler Turf Surfer Pro?
Top ground speed is 6 mph. With its 48-inch deck that works out to about 2.33 acres per hour at 80% efficiency — allowing for overlap, turns and trimming.
How long does the Hustler Turf Surfer Pro take to mow an acre?
About 26 min per acre, from its 48-inch deck at 6 mph and 80% efficiency — roughly 2.33 acres an hour, so five acres is about 2 h 9 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 Hustler Turf Surfer Pro?
The Hustler Turf Surfer Pro holds 2 gal (7.6 L) of fuel.
How much does the Hustler Turf Surfer Pro cost?
Hustler Turf doesn't publish a list price for the Hustler Turf Surfer Pro — it's sold on a dealer quote. MowerFacts records prices only where the manufacturer publishes them.
What is the Hustler Turf Surfer Pro built for?
Commercial-duty commercial mower. Built for daily, paid commercial use.
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