Hustler Zero Turn - NEVER AGAIN!

2 months later I finally got the dealer to buy back the hustler. I lost money but lesson learned.

[J_Bwn]

When a customer has so many issues with several products from reputable brands, I start to think it’s the operator and not the equipment.

[josephdavis]

I cut 3.5 acres every week and my 7 year old Hustler hasn't missed a beat. Keep the blades sharp, oil changed, transmission serviced no problem.

[hooksnlips]

Hustler went downhill as soon as Larry Flynt passed away. 😂😂

[cwtex]

Sorry you had bad luck with the Hustler. Everyone I know that has them loves them including the old one I have . I live in Texas and cut mostly my yard and additional 4 acres . It’s mixed turf and pasture with no problems. I just bought BadBoy Maverick HD 54” with Honda and have about 6 hrs on it it has cut flawlessly. Only time will tell if I like it or it last as long as my Hustler. I kept the Hustler to cut my yard since it has a mulch kit on it . Good luck on you next mower but I like the Bad Boy .

[GwinnettLawns]

I have owned 2 Hustler Trimstar's and they are the best mowers I have ever used. Cuts as good as a Walker.

[scareyme]

I have a 60" Fastrak SDX and it cuts beautifully. I've cut 4" grass down to 2.5" in two passes and it looks immaculate. Keep the blades sharp and it's a breeze. I cut 4 acres every week and it has not missed a beat in 3 years. Sorry you had a bad run with the Hustler.

[gordonliddy]

Entry level commercial mowers and expecting high level commercial performance. I'm trading my 22 x-one off for a new hyperdrive and this will be my 3rd hustler mower. They are well built.

[AStanton]

You are so right when you talk about the importance of the dealer. I bought a new Husqvarna lawn tractor 8 years ago. And Husqvarna was running a $100 rebate program if you bought the rear bagger kit. Well some how my rebate got lost in the sauce and Husqvarna told me to go pound sand! My dealer stepped up and cut me a check for $100. Always dot your i's and cross your t's when you buy something new or apply for a rebate!

[bobcarpenter]

I guess I have been fortunate, no problems after 350 hours. Good luck with the Scag! Nice machine

[reubs]

I have only had good experiences with Hustler and they are for some reason so much smoother than their competitors. I will buy a hustler again for sure.

[travisricks]

I love my new 60” FasTrak SDX. I definitely would purchase again. I’m glad Hustler bought your mower back, hopefully to your satisfaction. Whatever mower you buy next, don’t buy it without a demo first.

[lomax]

I bought a hustler FasTrak SD back in 2015.. The very first day I mowed with it the deck belt broke. The next year the back panel that covers the rear of the engine broke in two from vibration. The paint started peeling off in several spots. The bracket that holds the main drive belt idler broke. I dont mow but a acre around my house and have only put 220 hours on the machine.. My Dixon was 20 years old when I sold it and had no issues or trouble other than a deck belt once in awhile. Would I buy a huster again? probably not.. Two of my friends bought hustlers the same time I did and they have had nothing but break downs..

[ScagManWB]

I have a two year old Freedom Z that I bought new, and it has been a great mower. If I had it to do over again, I would have spent $1500 more and bought the Patriot for the FX engine, the suspension seat, folding rops, and the 3100 transaxles. The dealer had a brand new Patriot on the showroom floor when I bought a new set of blades this spring. I was tempted, but I need to keep what I’ve got.

Do you have a Cub Cadet dealer in your area? If so, the Ultima ZTX mower are nice, and you get a lot for your money. The higher end Cub ProZ line is nice too. I would also give the Toro Zmaster 2000, and the TItan a look as well. The Titan is a step below a Patriot thought.

[TyMarlowe-wlng]

such cap, used my fastback commercially for 2 years, has 600hrs and still runs good. Iv beat on it and yes because of that Iv had to spend money on minor repairs evey fall, but its been reliable. You can't call hustler trash if you only use texus grass as an example.

[RJ-oifh]

im coming up on 100hrs on a jd z930m with tweels and its been a treat tbh, its too bad your local dealer is no good. at the end of the day you're dealer shopping first, product shopping second. same deal with heavy equipment.

[prestonbinder]

Hustlers rock! My families has never had an issue ! Best investment 8years ago.. never skipped a beat ! Total awesome piece of equipment

[PAIDFOR]

Hustler for life! 900 hours on a 2021 model and it doesn't miss a beat and cuts beautifully! Sounds like a personal problem and not a Hustler problem.

[sherrischneider]

You should have a yard service. Too many issues with any mower you own.

[Saunders]

I bought a Gravely, a ZT HD 60 Inch. I Love it. They have been in business for a hundred years. Awesome Machine, Great Warranty, Heavy built.

[jwslks]

I’ve had 2 Hustlers in my lifetime and every one of them ran flawlessly. I’ll only buy Hustlers.