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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.
- Hustler Turf Surfer Pro — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
- Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) — 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.
- Surfer Pro holds 2 gal (7.6 L) of fuel; Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) holds 5 gal (18.9 L) of fuel, a 3 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.
- Surfer Pro uses a Kawasaki FS541 engine; Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) uses a Kawasaki FS481V 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.
- Surfer Pro weighs 490 lbs (222.3 kg); Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) weighs 586 lbs (265.8 kg), a 96 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What Surfer Pro's weight means for a trailer ›
- Surfer Pro cuts from 2 in (51 mm) to 4.8 in (121 mm); Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 4.5 in (114 mm). The cut-height range is the shortest and tallest cut the deck offers. Most lawns are kept well inside it.
- Surfer Pro has a 15 hp engine; Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) has a 14.5 hp engine, a 0.5 hp difference. Published horsepower is the maker's rating at a stated engine speed. It is a different measure from displacement, and two engines of equal rating can pull differently.
1 more difference, what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- Surfer Pro has a published top speed of 6 mph; Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) has a published top speed of 6.2 mph, a 0.2 mph difference.
Not comparable
- Warranty: not published for Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481).
- Transmission: not published for Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481).
- Price: Surfer Pro is dealer quote only.
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 | Surfer Pro Hustler Turf · Commercial |
Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) Exmark · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | $9,799 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki FS541 | Kawasaki FS481V |
| Displacement | 36.8 ci (603 cc) | 36.8 ci (603 cc) |
| Engine Power | 15 hp | 14.5 hp |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 2 in (51 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.8 in (121 mm) | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear ZT-1800® | — |
| Ground Speed | 6 mph | 6.2 mph |
| Drive Type | Dual Hydrostatic | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 490 lbs (222.3 kg) | 586 lbs (265.8 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 2 gal (7.6 L) | 5 gal (18.9 L) |
| Length | — | 73.7 in (1872 mm) |
| Width | — | 59.5 in (1511 mm) |
| Height | — | 42 in (1067 mm) |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 2 yr | — |
Where these models differ, explained
Surfer Pro: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — hustlerturf.com.
Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481): Specs verified against the retailer listing on Jun 6, 2026 — howardbrothers.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.