2026 Grasshopper FrontMount™ 500V Series 524V-42 42"

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2026 Grasshopper FrontMount™ 500V Series 524V-42 42"

Our smallest FrontMount™ is the perfect option for those in need of agile performance, compact size, and out-front reachability.

Features may include:

  • Made from diamond-plated aluminum, this canopy mounts to the ROPS for added sun protection and all-day comfort.
  • Bar-tread tires are low-pressure, high-flotation, and flex with the terrain for maximum traction.
  • Premium steering levers that offer a 9-inch range of adjustment for a more custom, comfortable operator experience.
  • Improve visibility with efficient, bright LED lights perfect for both early morning and late evening mowing.

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Highlights

  • Donna, Texas
  • 2026
  • Grasshopper
  • FrontMount™ 500V Series 524V-42 42"
  • B&S Commercial Turf, V-Twin
  • Design-matched hydrostatic system with integral cooling fans.
  • Gasoline - unleaded
  • Available
  • 42.0 in. (106.7 cm) | Side Discharge: 55.5 in. (141.0 cm) | Mulch: 43.5 in.* (110.5 cm)
  • Cutting: 2.0 - 4.5 in. (5.1 - 11.4 cm) | Seat Back: 45.0 in. (114.3 cm) | Seat Cushion: 29.0 in. (73.7 cm) | ROPS: 64.0 in. (162.6 cm)

Specifications

  • 2026
  • Grasshopper
  • FrontMount™ 500V Series
  • 524V-42 42"
  • Zero-Turn Mower
  • B&S Commercial Turf, V-Twin
  • 44.2 cu. in. (724 cc)
  • Pressure Lube/Filter
  • Air
  • Integrated, cyclonic air cleaner with 5-step debris management system
  • Breakerless
  • Gasoline - unleaded
  • Design-matched hydrostatic system with integral cooling fans.
  • One- or two-hand operation with adjustable HydraSmooth™ dual levers that automatically return to neutral from either forward or reverse position.
  • InFrame™
  • Dynamic braking through hydrostatic transmission.
  • Drive: 20x8.00x10, turf tread, 4-ply rated | Single Tail: 13x6.50x6 rib tread, pneumatic
  • 9x3.50x4 (flat proof), 4-ply rated
  • 12 Volt
  • Forward: 0 - 8.0 mph (0 - 12.9 kph) | Reverse: 0-5.5 mph (0-8.9 kph)
  • Blades: 15 in. (38.1 cm)
  • 8 in. (20.3 cm) machined aluminum housing with 6-bolt pattern
  • Cutting: 2.0 - 4.5 in. (5.1 - 11.4 cm) | Seat Back: 45.0 in. (114.3 cm) | Seat Cushion: 29.0 in. (73.7 cm) | ROPS: 64.0 in. (162.6 cm)
  • 59.5 in. (151.1 cm) | Mowing Position: 97.0 in. (246.4 cm) | Folded Up: 87.0 in. (221.0 cm)
  • 42.0 in. (106.7 cm) | Side Discharge: 55.5 in. (141.0 cm) | Mulch: 43.5 in.* (110.5 cm)
  • 47.0 in. (119.4 cm)
  • 4.0 U.S. Gal (15.1 l)
  • Uncrated: 935 lbs. (424.1 kg) | Uncrated (Side Discharge): 285 lbs. (129.3 kg) | Mulching Package: 22 lbs. (10.0 kg)
  • Iso-mounted Premium Comfort Seat. Features include a high-back, deep-cushioned, foam-padded Cordura®-covered, padded arm rests, padded backrest with lumbar support, coil-spring suspension and embroidered Grasshopper logo on seat back.
  • Geometrically engineered design with 7-gauge skirts withstands the brunt of commercial mowing. (3) Sentry? spindles and a triple-strength upper deck over 0.50-in. thick in stress zones. Formed double thickness hardened steel truss spindle plane is 0.210 in. - equal to 5-gauge (5.31 mm)