Need your help, which one to buy: JD Z245 or TORO SS5060

 
Hello,

I am looking to buy a new zero turn lawn mower and there is two model
who intereste me. I never owned one before.

I need your help to make the best purchase.

Which one would you recommend between John Deere and Toro ?


John Deere *Z245* 48"  
- 23HP Briggs & Stratton
- 2-years/120 hours Limited Warranty

OR

TORO *SS5060* 50"
- 24HP Kawasaki V-Twin
- 3-years warranty


Thanks for your help.




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Waterr

 
About another model, the John Deere Z445 which i was sure that come with
a 27HP Kawasaki but there is an error on JD website. The Z445 come with
a 27HP Briggs & Stratton ELS (Extended Life Serie)


The JD rep said to me that JD stopped using the Kawasaki because it was
not well ventilated, air filter misplaced.


What worths the Briggs & Stratton ELS ?




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Waterr

 
Toro by far!  I faced the same dilemma, did the research and have not
looked back.
More horsepower
Bigger cut
Kawasaki vs Briggs
Ball bearings all around (except front caster wheels)
Heavy construction
Less cost

My old mower was a JD L130, and I have always been a Green fan, but
the new Toro is a beast (in a good way)!