Scag V-Ride XL
Zero-Turn mower · Commercial-duty · Gas
$15,249–$17,399 Scag list price (configurations)
Manufacturer list price only — it excludes tax, freight, dealer setup and any local discount, and dealers set the final price.
- Weighs 1,179 lb
- On a 6×12 trailer 2,079 lb towed, single-axle 3,500 lb
- Mows an acre in 18 min (12 at top speed) How long for your yard? ›
- How these are worked out ›
The Scag V-Ride XL is a commercial-grade gas zero-turn mower, built for daily commercial mowing, with a 52-inch deck and a 999cc engine making 38.5 hp. It weighs 1179 lb (534.8 kg).
At a glance
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Engine
| Power Source | gas |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 61 ci (999 cc) |
| Engine Power | 38.5 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki® FX Series EFI– electronic fuel injection |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 52 in (1321 mm) |
|---|---|
| Min Cut Height | 2 in (51 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 6 in (152 mm) |
| Deck Construction | Tri-plate cutter deck constructed of 3 steel plates totaling nearly 1/2″ of steel. Reinforcement plates at cutter deck spindles. |
Drive
| Ground Speed | 11.6 mph |
|---|---|
| Drive Tire Size | 24″ x 9.5″-12″ (52″)24″ x 12″-12″ (61″ and 72″) |
| Drive System | Dual Pump & Motor |
| Reverse Speed | 5 mph |
Dimensions
| Weight | 1179 lbs (534.8 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 12 gal (45.4 L) |
Professional use
How the V-Ride XL fits commercial and high-acreage work, from the specs we have. Format: Stand-on commercial. Duty class: Commercial.
Productivity computed from deck width and ground speed. Compare on the calculator ›
| Deck width | 52 in |
|---|---|
| Engine make | Kawasaki® FX Series EFI– electronic fuel injection |
| Engine displacement | 999 cc |
| Engine power | 38.5 hp |
| Ground speed | 11.6 mph |
| Cut-height range | 51 mm – 152 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 45.4 L |
| Weight | 534.8 kg |
| Deck construction | Tri-plate cutter deck constructed of 3 steel plates totaling nearly 1/2″ of steel. Reinforcement plates at cutter deck spindles. |
| Drive tire size | 24″ x 9.5″-12″ (52″)24″ x 12″-12″ (61″ and 72″) |
Scag doesn’t publish 9 of these for the V-Ride XL: transmission, drive type, warranty, commercial warranty, deck gauge, spindle type, frame construction, anti-scalp rollers, seat type.
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Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — scag.com.
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What the specs work out to
Figures MowerFacts computes from Scag’s own numbers — not published by the manufacturer.
Mowing time
- ¼ acre4 min 3 min
- ½ acre9 min 6 min
- 1 acre18 min 12 min
- 2 acres35 min 25 min
- 5 acres1 h 28 min 1 h 2 min
- 10 acres2 h 56 min 2 h 3 min
About 18 min per acre at 3.41 acres/hour, mowing at 8.1 mph. The second figure is at the published 11.6 mph top speed (4.87 acres/hour) — faster than anyone really mows. About 40.9 acres per tank.
Weight & hauling
- Machine weight1,179 lb
- + 6×12 trailer900 lb
- Towed weight2,079 lb
- single-axle 3,500 lbCarries it, 1,421 lb spare
- tandem-axle 7,000 lbCarries it, 4,921 lb spare
Needs a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer and a vehicle rated to tow at least 2,079 lb.
Gate & trailer fit
- 32 in gateToo wide
- 36 in gateToo wide
- 48 in gateToo wide
Needs at least 59 in of clearance (estimated).
Power & run time
- Power per deck inch0.74 hp/in
- Run time per tank~12.0 h
Mowing times assume 3.41 acres/hour: deck width x 8.1 mph at 80% efficiency, which allows for overlap, turns and trimming. 8.1 mph is 70% of the 11.6 mph top speed Scag publishes - almost nobody mows flat out. The "at top speed" figure is the same sum at 11.6 mph, shown so you can see it.
Fit uses the deck width plus 6 in for the discharge chute, because Scag 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 Scag'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.
Scag V-Ride XL questions
What size deck is on the Scag V-Ride XL?
The Scag V-Ride XL has a 52-inch (1321 mm) cutting deck.
What engine is in the Scag V-Ride XL?
The Scag V-Ride XL is powered by a Kawasaki® FX Series EFI– electronic fuel injection, 999 cc, 38.5 hp. Horsepower is the manufacturer's own rating.
How much does the Scag V-Ride XL weigh?
The Scag V-Ride XL weighs 1,179 lb (534.8 kg) as specified by Scag.
What size trailer do I need for the Scag V-Ride XL?
At 1,179 lb, the Scag V-Ride XL on a typical 6x12 open utility trailer (about 900 lb empty) is roughly 2,079 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 2,079 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 Scag V-Ride XL?
Top ground speed is 11.6 mph. With its 52-inch deck that works out to about 4.87 acres per hour at 80% efficiency — allowing for overlap, turns and trimming.
How long does the Scag V-Ride XL take to mow an acre?
About 12 min per acre, from its 52-inch deck at 11.6 mph and 80% efficiency — roughly 4.87 acres an hour, so five acres is about 1 h 2 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 Scag V-Ride XL?
The Scag V-Ride XL holds 12 gal (45.4 L) of fuel.
How much does the Scag V-Ride XL cost?
Scag's published list price is $15,249 to $17,399 depending on configuration, checked 22 October 2026. That excludes tax, freight, dealer setup and any local discount — dealers set the final price.
What is the Scag V-Ride XL built for?
Commercial-duty zero-turn mower. Built for daily, paid commercial use.
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