Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48" 481)
Commercial mower · Model TTS481GKA483N0 · Commercial-duty · Gas
$9,799 Exmark list price
Manufacturer list price only — it excludes tax, freight, dealer setup and any local discount, and dealers set the final price.
- Weighs 586 lb
- On a 6×12 trailer 1,486 lb towed, single-axle 3,500 lb
- Mows an acre in 36 min (25 at top speed) How long for your yard? ›
- How these are worked out ›
The Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) is a commercial-grade gas commercial mower, built for daily commercial mowing, with a 48-inch deck and a 603cc engine making 14.5 hp. It weighs 586 lb (265.8 kg).
Also sold as: Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series Mower (Standard) · Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series Mower (48 in deck) (Standard)
At a glance
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Engine
| Power Source | gas |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Kawasaki FS481V |
| Displacement | 36.8 ci (603 cc) |
| Engine Power | 14.5 hp |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) |
|---|---|
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
Drive
| Ground Speed | 6.2 mph |
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Dimensions
| Weight | 586 lbs (265.8 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 5 gal (18.9 L) |
| Length | 73.7 in (1872 mm) |
| Width | 59.5 in (1511 mm) |
| Height | 42 in (1067 mm) |
Professional use
How the Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) 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 FS481V |
| Engine displacement | 603 cc |
| Engine power | 14.5 hp |
| Ground speed | 6.2 mph |
| Cut-height range | 38 mm – 114 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.9 L |
| Weight | 265.8 kg |
Exmark doesn’t publish 11 of these for the Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481): transmission, drive type, warranty, commercial warranty, deck construction, deck gauge, spindle type, frame construction, anti-scalp rollers, drive tire size, seat type.
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What the parts on this spec sheet mean
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What the specs work out to
Figures MowerFacts computes from Exmark’s own numbers — not published by the manufacturer.
Mowing time
- ¼ acre9 min 6 min
- ½ acre18 min 12 min
- 1 acre36 min 25 min
- 2 acres1 h 11 min 50 min
- 5 acres2 h 58 min 2 h 5 min
About 36 min per acre at 1.68 acres/hour, mowing at 4.3 mph. The second figure is at the published 6.2 mph top speed (2.4 acres/hour) — faster than anyone really mows. About 8.4 acres per tank.
Weight & hauling
- Machine weight586 lb
- + 6×12 trailer900 lb
- Towed weight1,486 lb
- single-axle 3,500 lbCarries it, 2,014 lb spare
- tandem-axle 7,000 lbCarries it, 5,514 lb spare
Needs a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer and a vehicle rated to tow at least 1,486 lb.
Gate & trailer fit
- 32 in gateToo wide
- 36 in gateToo wide
- 48 in gateToo wide
Needs at least 60 in of clearance.
Power & run time
- Power per deck inch0.302 hp/in
- Run time per tank~5.0 h
Mowing times assume 1.68 acres/hour: deck width x 4.3 mph at 80% efficiency, which allows for overlap, turns and trimming. 4.3 mph is 70% of the 6.2 mph top speed Exmark publishes - almost nobody mows flat out. The "at top speed" figure is the same sum at 6.2 mph, shown so you can see it.
Fit uses Exmark's published overall width.
Towed weight adds a 900 lb allowance for a 6x12 open utility trailer to Exmark'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.
Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) questions
What size deck is on the Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481)?
The Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) has a 48-inch (1219 mm) cutting deck.
What engine is in the Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481)?
The Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) is powered by a Kawasaki FS481V, 603 cc, 14.5 hp. Horsepower is the manufacturer's own rating.
How much does the Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) weigh?
The Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) weighs 586 lb (265.8 kg) as specified by Exmark.
What size trailer do I need for the Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481)?
At 586 lb, the Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) on a typical 6x12 open utility trailer (about 900 lb empty) is roughly 1,486 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 1,486 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 Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481)?
Top ground speed is 6.2 mph. With its 48-inch deck that works out to about 2.4 acres per hour at 80% efficiency — allowing for overlap, turns and trimming.
How long does the Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) take to mow an acre?
About 25 min per acre, from its 48-inch deck at 6.2 mph and 80% efficiency — roughly 2.4 acres an hour, so five acres is about 2 h 5 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 Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481)?
The Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) holds 5 gal (18.9 L) of fuel.
How much does the Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) cost?
Exmark's published list price is $9,799, checked 23 October 2026. That excludes tax, freight, dealer setup and any local discount — dealers set the final price.
What is the Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series (48 in 481) built for?
Commercial-duty commercial mower. Built for daily, paid commercial use.
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