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APEX 48R
Sturdy and durable for regular mowing - Ideal for service providers
Made for service providers who mow frequently. Top components in the engine, drive and cutter deck combined with an excellent price-performance ratio.
The ‘R’ on the APEX 48R stands for ‘rear-discharge’. The mown grass is discharged to the rear, between the wheels. With its first-class Kawasaki FR691 V-Twin engine, its highly stable frame and its professional 122 cm cutting deck, it is ideal for commercial use.
- Featuring a 122cm (48″) fabricated rear discharge deck constructed from 10-gauge steel
- Powerful Kawasaki® FR691 V-Twin 726cc engine
- Industry-leading, fully welded tubular steel frame
- Self-adjusting belt technology
- High-back plush seat with padded arm rests
- Foot-operated, spring assisted deck lift with 15 cutting positions
- ROPS capable design
- Range of optional accessories is available
- 4-year or 500 hours warranty
Einsätze
Merkmale & Vorteile
The frame, made entirely of tubular steel, forms the skeleton of the mower. It bears the entire load of the machine for many years and must be able to cope with shocks and vibrations over the long term. State-of-the-art bending technology avoids weak points due to welded joints.
The mowing deck is the most heavily loaded component of a mower. Stability is particularly important here. The APEX has a 14 cm deep, fully welded mower deck made of 3.2 mm thick sheet steel with double spindle supports, 12.7 mm steel edge, enclosed anti-scalp wheels, all-steel pulleys, welded 4-point suspension and high-quality blade spindles made of forged aluminium. Everything about it is designed for a long service life.
The automatic CBT (Constant Belt Tension) technology keeps the belt tension of the mower deck constant at all times. This increases the service life of the belt, compensates for wear and prevents belt slippage for a consistently high-quality cutting pattern.
The solid cutting deck is raised conveniently and effortlessly using a foot pedal. To select one of the 15 cutting heights from 3.8 - 12.7 cm, a metal plug is inserted into the respective recess in the display.
The mowing deck is easy to access from above for cleaning and maintenance. Thanks to CBT technology, changing the belt takes just a few minutes. Simply slacken the tensioning pulleys, thread in the belt, tension the tensioning pulleys again - done.
The soft, adjustable seat with high backrest is equipped with padded armrests for greater comfort even during long periods of mowing. Coil spring damping absorbs shocks on uneven surfaces.
Technical Data
Accessories
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Trailer hitch kit
Transform your Ariens zero-turn into a versatile machine simply by adding the hitch. The kit's robust design allows you to tow a range of accessories.
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ROPS - Rollover protection structure
Increases security for the operator. Ergonomic shape protects the driver's elbows from impact. Foldable for driving under trees. With mandatory seatbelt. Can be retrofitted to all APEX models.
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Operator controlled chute baffle
For all side discharge cutter decks. Controls the ejection distance of the clippings with a hand lever.
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Full suspension seat kit
For all APEX models. Replaces standard seat. Suspension hardness adjustable. Without seatbelt.
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Suspension forks kit
Reduces vibrations and shocks for increased driving comfort. For all APEX models. Standard on all ZENITH models.
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LED headlight kits
Mow longer, later, and safer with a headlight kit from Ariens. For mounting on the side frame. For ZENITH, APEX and IKON XD.
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Zero-turn cover
Protect your investment and extend the life of your equipment with an Ariens zero-turn cover. Fits EDGE, IKON XD and APEX models.
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"TWEELS" kit
Lasts as long as 2-3 conventional sets of pneumatic tyres. Excellent suspension comfort. 100% puncture proof. For APEX und ZENITH models.
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Aggressive tread pattern rear tyre kit
Tackle slopes with confidence and reduce turf scuffing with an upgraded tread pattern. Fits APEX and ZENITH models.
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13" semi-pneumatic front tyre kit
Puncture proof.
Applications
Janitorial services
The constantly changing activities of a janitor service are part of daily routine. Regular lawn mowing is often perceived as a chore and is particularly time-consuming. With a zero-turn mower, you'll be done faster. You can save up to 40% time compared to a conventional lawn tractor. The Ariens IKON is made for private gardens of any size or even semi-professional applications. For smaller janitor services, it is the ideal machine for mowing green spaces quickly and maneuverably.
Leisure Facilities
Camping sites and playgrounds are usually very winding. A zero-turn mower is ideal here and fully in its element. You can steer around obstacles with absolute maneuverability and precision. You can drive around a tree in one go. A zero-turn mower makes your work much easier.
Service providers
Time is money for a service provider. Modern zero-turn mowers are therefore particularly popular with them. Time savings of up to 40 % come into their own here. Daily changing job sites and high annual operating times place demands on the material. The Ariens APEX and ARROW zero-turn models bring momentum and speed to the daily work of lawn care service providers.
Municipalities & building yards
User comfort for long mowing jobs in public spaces. Efficient work that is fun and enjoyable. The Ariens models ZENITH, ZENITH E, ARROW and ARROW E zero-turn mowers are made for long and frequent mowing intervals on large areas. Perfect cut and durability come as standard. Suspended wheel forks, optimum seating comfort or ergonomic, upright driving position on the ARROW models protect the user and increase their well-being.