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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.
- Toro 30 in TurfMaster HDX — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 30-inch deck; gas powered
- Ariens RIDGELINE 32 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 32-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- 30 in TurfMaster HDX weighs 187 lbs (84.8 kg); RIDGELINE 32 weighs 702 lbs (318.4 kg), a 515 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What 30 in TurfMaster HDX's weight means for a trailer ›
- 30 in TurfMaster HDX holds 1 gal (3.8 L) of fuel; RIDGELINE 32 holds 4.5 gal (17 L) of fuel, a 3.5 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.
- 30 in TurfMaster HDX has a 12.2 ci (200 cc) engine; RIDGELINE 32 has a 36.8 ci (603 cc) engine, a 24.6 ci difference. Displacement is the engine's size, not its output. A larger engine is not necessarily a more powerful one.
- 30 in TurfMaster HDX uses a Kohler engine; RIDGELINE 32 uses a Kawasaki FS600V 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.
- 30 in TurfMaster HDX has a published top speed of 4 mph; RIDGELINE 32 has a published top speed of 7 mph, a 3 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
4 more differences, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- 30 in TurfMaster HDX has a Variable Speed Rear Wheel Drive transmission; RIDGELINE 32 has a Hydrostatic transmission.
- 30 in TurfMaster HDX has Variable Speed drive; RIDGELINE 32 has Hydro-Gear® ZT-2800® Transaxles drive.
- 30 in TurfMaster HDX cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 5 in (127 mm); RIDGELINE 32 cuts from 2 in (51 mm) to 4.5 in (114 mm).
- 30 in TurfMaster HDX has a 30 in (762 mm) deck; RIDGELINE 32 has a 32 in (813 mm) deck, a 2 in difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- 30 in TurfMaster HDX works out to 1.0 acres/hour; RIDGELINE 32 works out to 1.8 acres/hour, a 0.8 acres/hour difference. Calculated by MowerFacts from deck width and the published top speed at 80% efficiency; it is not a manufacturer figure, and real mowing is slower.
Not comparable
- Engine Power: not published for 30 in TurfMaster HDX.
- Warranty: not published for 30 in TurfMaster HDX.
- Bagger Capacity: not published for RIDGELINE 32.
- Fuel Type: not published for RIDGELINE 32.
- Deck Material: not published for RIDGELINE 32.
- Discharge: not published for RIDGELINE 32.
- Start Type: not published for RIDGELINE 32.
- Price: 30 in TurfMaster HDX 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 | 30 in TurfMaster HDX Toro · Commercial |
RIDGELINE 32 Ariens · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | $6,499 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Make | Kohler | Kawasaki FS600V |
| Displacement | 12.2 ci (200 cc) | 36.8 ci (603 cc) |
| Engine Power | — | 18.5 hp |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | — |
| Start Type | Pull Cord | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 30 in (762 mm) | 32 in (813 mm) |
| Blades | 2 | 2 |
| Deck Material | 13 Gauge Steel | — |
| Deck Gauge | 13 | — |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 2 in (51 mm) |
| Blade Tip Speed | 17999 ft/min (5486 m/min) | 16903 ft/min (5152 m/min) |
| Discharge | Bag standard, Mulch standard, Side discharge standard | — |
| Cut Positions | — | 11 |
| Max Cut Height | 5 in (127 mm) | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Variable Speed Rear Wheel Drive | Hydrostatic |
| Ground Speed | 4 mph | 7 mph |
| Reverse Speed | — | 3 mph |
| Drive System | Variable Speed | Hydro-Gear® ZT-2800® Transaxles |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 187 lbs (84.8 kg) | 702 lbs (318.4 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 1 gal (3.8 L) | 4.5 gal (17 L) |
| Length | 41 in (1041 mm) | — |
| Width | 32 in (813 mm) | — |
| Height | 66 in (1676 mm) | — |
| General | ||
| Warranty | — | 4 yr |
| Product Use | Commercial | — |
| Bagger Capacity | 2.5 bu (88.1 L) | — |
Where these models differ, explained
30 in TurfMaster HDX: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — toro.com.
RIDGELINE 32: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — ariens.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.