
Residential zero-turn
ZT Score
Swisher Response Gen 2 (60-in)
7.9/10
Best for3+ acres
DriveDual hydrostatic (Hydro-Gear ZT-3100) with an Ogura clutch
Warranty3-year limited
Deck
60"
Power
24.0 HP
Top speed
8.0 mph
Price
CA$7,479
What owners love
- +Patented Rapid Response Control keeps your arms in a relaxed position
- +11-gauge fabricated deck with cast-iron blade spindles
- +Commercial-grade welded steel frame
- +Big 8-gallon tank clears five-plus acres between fills
- +Made in the USA and sold at Lowe's
Worth knowing
- −Only 8 mph top speed
- −No seat suspension
- −Some configurations are not sold in California
Our verdict
Swisher Response Gen 2 (60-in)
Swisher is an American maker out of Missouri, and the Response Gen 2 is its pitch for commercial-grade build at a homeowner price. The standout is the patented Rapid Response Control system, which keeps your arms in a relaxed resting position rather than out on tall lap bars, and it pairs that with an 11-gauge fabricated deck, cast-iron blade spindles and a welded steel frame. A big eight-gallon tank clears five-plus acres between fills. It tops out at 8 mph and there is no seat suspension. Sold at Lowe's and made in the USA, it is easy to buy and well supported. For a large lawn where build quality and comfortable controls matter, it is worth a look against the big names.
Full specs
Specifications
| Brand | Swisher |
| Model | Response Gen 2 (60-in) |
| Cutting deck | 60 inches |
| Engine | Kawasaki FS730V V-twin, 726cc |
| Power | 24.0 HP |
| Transmission | Dual hydrostatic (Hydro-Gear ZT-3100) with an Ogura clutch |
| Top speed | 8.0 mph |
| Warranty | 3-year limited |
| Recommended use | Residential |
| Best for | 3+ acres |
| Typical price | CA$7,479 |
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