Commercial zero-turn
ZT Score
Ferris 400S 48
8.4/10
Best for2–3 acres
DriveDual Hydro-Gear ZT-2800 transaxles
Warranty4-year / 500-hour; 5-year suspension; 3-year engine
Deck
48"
Power
21.5 HP
Top speed
8.0 mph
Price
$4,999
What owners love
- +Rear coil-over-shock suspension and a pivoting front axle, rare at this price
- +Suspension components covered for 5 years, unlimited hours
- +Step-up ZT-2800 transaxles, above the EZT units on cheaper mowers
- +Compact 48-inch body fits tighter areas
- +Fabricated bumper protects the engine and mounts accessories
Worth knowing
- −Only 21.5 HP, adequate rather than strong
- −Steering can feel abrupt for a beginner
- −Dealer-only, at entry-commercial pricing
Our verdict
Ferris 400S 48
Ferris made its name on suspension, and the 400S is the cheapest way to get it. Even at this entry price you get rear coil-over shocks and a pivoting front axle, which on rough ground is the difference between a comfortable afternoon and a jarring one, and Ferris backs the suspension for five years. The ZT-2800 transaxles are a real step up from the sealed EZT units on cheaper machines. The 21.5 HP engine is adequate rather than muscular, and the steering takes adjustment. For two or three acres of bumpy ground where comfort matters, this is a smart entry into a serious brand.
Full specs
Specifications
| Brand | Ferris |
| Model | 400S 48 |
| Cutting deck | 48 inches |
| Engine | Kawasaki FR651V V-twin, 726cc |
| Power | 21.5 HP |
| Transmission | Dual Hydro-Gear ZT-2800 transaxles |
| Top speed | 8.0 mph |
| Warranty | 4-year / 500-hour; 5-year suspension; 3-year engine |
| Recommended use | Commercial |
| Best for | 2–3 acres |
| Typical price | $4,999 |
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