Scag turf tiger/cheetah 2 vs Hustler hyperdrive 2023 Extreme testing

In this video you will see my 2021 Hustler hyperdrive running Ballard high rise blades.

Scag brought out a
2023 Scag cheetah 2 blackout edition
2023 Scag Turf Tiger
Both have brand new blades for this competition

[John_D]

I'm in central FL my buddy has run two 61" turf tigers 5 days a week, 50 weeks out of the year, for 20 years. The only thing he's replaced besides belts is a couple of spindles. Scags are tanks.

[jairusbarringer]

I'm big on hustler mowers, i run a diablo big dog 60.. same as hustler. Love it, very good cut quality

[luke]

Love these reviews. This is my first time watching your videos. I’m going to look and see if you have one for the Toro Zmaster 60”. I just bought one of those. I got the 2000 series so it’s their lowest commercial. Would be interested to see how it performed. Live the unbiased review even though the rep for Scag is there. 👍

[ronaldbryant]

I had a Hustler Raptor and it worked great and I sold it before I moved to a different state. I have a Scag now and the Hustler is not in the same class as the Scag, but it’s not real far off. In sit down zero turn Exmark and Hustler are top of the line, if you go stand on I would add Wright.

[jronmanlawn]

The SCAG deck belt changing isn’t hard. You don’t need to loosen the spring. They all have a spot for a half inch drive ratchet. The ratchet gives leverage to loosen the belt. It is much easier with a second person though.

[BobFord-in]

been running scags for 20 years. 61" turf tiger currently has 3040 hours. cheetah has 1400. tiger cub has 1855. tiger cat has 920. an vride only has 424 hours. i have also owned exmark, toro, dixie chopper, walker, an john deere. an demowed hustler, grasshopper, an graverly. alway thought scag was best.

[bencarr]

Ive never owned huslter but they are super nice, but i do own scag and have had 2 cheetahs a turf tiger and a vride 2 and the cheetah for some reason cuts the best imo but as far as the stragglers on the scag they have adjustable baffles and if you lower that baffle it will create more vacuum and eliminate most of them and stripe a tad better too

[gmatthewpaul]

I have liked my Exmark and Hustler mowers more than any. Currently running Exmark because when got new mowers the hustler dealer didn’t do loaner program for commercial guys like myself. Owned Scag, Bobcat, Snapper/Ferris, cub Cadet, Bad Boy, Husqvarna, and John Deere. Hustler and Exmark is my preferred.

[krusejonathan]

They are both top of the line commercial mowers. It’s a personal preference thing IE: Ford vs Chevy. I’m a Hustler guy just because I prefer the heavy build and simple design. Toro / Exmark builds some dang good stuff as well. I bought a Super Z 66” last year. My only gripe is the KX1000 carbureted drinks fuel… 2 gallons per hour on average.

[d.kristianerb]

If somebody hasn't already said it, the bolt on floor pan is to be removed and tossed. It's just for shipping and your dealer failed to remove it.

[remythemaltipoo]

I have a Hustler Trimstar 48 Walk behind that I've owned for several years. The cut quality is superb and reliability is excellent. I have a sulky for it but I prefervto walk. I think sit-on Zero Turns are for lazy folks. The maneuvarability of a walk behind in unmatched in mowing around beds and obstacles. Keep your deck adjusted properly and cur quality becomes a function of sharp blades and cleanliness of the deck.

[DanielMorris-pzim]

Hey man I enjoyed the video. Quick question. I’m 6’1” with long legs. How is the leg room on the SCAG Turf tiger 2 compared to where the handles are at? Leaning more towards buying a turf tiger.

[robertbroyles]

Speed is also going to determine cut. Are they all running the same speed?

[tobypendleton]

Always enjoy your videos man, keep it up

[MJF]

Cool test, but a few variables in this test.

Blade condition

Blade type

Tire pressures make a difference. Not sure if it was checked.

[nicktaylor]

I own both and my Scag will cut a circle around my hyperdrive and it is not close. The Scag discharges so much better also

[ronschwab]

What are the weight differences?
Two are leaving heavy wheel tracks.
Are they knocking the grass over and in a half hour the grass will pop back up..
I don't have a zero turn.
I have the largest Kubota in the B series when I bought it. 30 hp
B2910 with loaded rear tires. 72" deck that I can only use 3/4 of because it knocks down the grass.
Yes I use high lift blades.
My blades spin about the same speed as the zero turn.
Just saying when doing these test, the tire compaction is a huge deal.
Just my thoughts on this.

[kennethdodd-llqo]

Gravely cuts better than any mower that I’ve ever used. I don’t like the cut of ex mark mowers

[Ccwm]

Great comparison vid again!! I really enjoyed it! I do totally agree w/ya on the Cheetah 2 vs the Tiger! & I do believe your right on that Hustler as well. U’ve sure opened my eyes more towards the Hyperdrive.
On the deck widths, 60”, 61”, 66”, & 72”. Figure the difference per side, & also the over lap on passes?
66”-61”=5”divided by 2=2.5” per/side difference.
72”-66”=6”divided by 2=3” per/side difference.
Then the overlap cut also?
That’s kinda bn my own take on it? I use the 72” for coverage, & where it’ll fit just due to obvious width issues? The wider overhang width, seems to go under shrubs, fences, & ditches.
Keep up the great vids!! & anticipating the next for sure! Thx!

[mattman]

Where did you get your Sun Top at for your hustler??? I just bought a used 72 inch cut Hustler Super Z would like a top.