Description

Ferris 500S – Compact Zero Turn Riding Mower

Name: Ferris 500S – Compact Zero Turn Riding Mower - lawnmowermecca.co.za
Brand: Ferris
Price: 247250.00 ZAR
Availability: BackOrder

The Ferris 500S is one of the newest members of the Ferris zero turn riding mower line up.

Featuring our patented suspension technology, heavy-duty Hydro-Gear® drive system, a 25hp engine purpose built for a zero-turn application and mowing speeds up to 13 km/h.

This mower is full of features to provide maximum productivity including the patent pending TR3PLE deck, featuring three discharge configurations as well as a 50/50 mulching and rear discharge combi configuration.

The 500S zero turn riding mower is perfect for the light commercial market, capable of tackling tight places, providing maximum manoeuvrability and productivity.

Stock arriving Aug / Sept 2026

Brand

Ferris

Welcome to Ferris, the commercial mower specialist. We’ve earned our reputation by delivering our customers high-quality products and solutions for over 100 years. You can be sure Ferris will keep you on the cutting edge, with innovative mower designs and technology, for years to come. Ferris zero turn mowers are the only mowers in the industry that offer patented suspension technology. Experience the difference suspension makes! Ferris…Go The Extra Yard!

Features

Tr3ple Deck
Multifunctional patent-pending deck with four discharge configurations including Side Discharge, Rear Discharge, Mulching and Mulching/Rear Discharge combi configuration, giving you the perfect cut for every situation.

Suspension System
Suspension system with independent rear coil-over-shocks (shown) and pivoting front axle with front ride dampening shocks.

Hydro-Gear® ZT-3100
Fully serviceable dual commercial Hydro-Gear® ZT-3100 transaxles are designed for high performance and durability.

Aluminium Spindles
Features top greaseable aluminium spindles for longer usable life.

Commercial Turf Series™
Briggs & Stratton Commercial Turf Series™ petrol engine features a full pressure lubrication system, heavy duty starting system & MCR and Cooling Fins inspection panels.

Steering System
A patented suspension and steering system combined to provide a comfortable ride with exceptionally smooth steering performance.

Side Control Panel
Separate parking brake lever operated from side panel for additional control.

Specifications

Model: 5902171

Engine
Make	Briggs & Stratton – Petrol
Model	Commercial SeriesTM
Horsepower	25 HP
Cylinders / Displacement	2 Cylinders V-Twin / 724 cc
Cooling	Air cooled
PTO	Electric PTO clutch
Starting	Electric
Fuel Capacity	23 Litres
Mower
Cutting width (cm/inch)	122 cm / 48”
Deck Configuration	“TR3PLE”: side discharge, rear discharge, mulch, mulching blades
Cutting Height (cm)	38 – 114 mm
Deck Construction	3,6 mm fabricated construction, double top deck, double reinforced side skirts, overlap welded corners
Mower Spindles	Cast aluminium 135mm; 20mm shaft
Deck lift system	Foot pedal, spring assisted
Suspension & Drive Train
Suspension	Rear wheel suspension, pivoting front axle with front ride dampening shocks
Transmission	Independent Hydro-Gear® ZT-3100™ transaxles
Drive Axles	25,4 mm Tapered with 4-bolt wheel hubs
Drive Tyres (inch)	22 x 10.00 – 10 (4ply) Pneumatic tire with turf tread
Caster Tyres (inch)	13 x 6.50 – 6 (4ply) Pneumatic tire with turf tread
Noise and Vibration
HAV	< 2.5
WBV	< 0.5
Sound dB(A)	105
Ground Speed
Speed-fwd. (km/h)	0 – 13.6 km/h
Speed-rev. (km/h)	0 – 6,4 km/h
Dimensions
Overall length (cm)	192.5
Overall width (cm)	124
Dry weight (Kgs)	395
Operator Control & Comfort Systems
Roll-Over Protection Structure	N/A
Instrumentation	Fuel level gauge, hour meter
Controls	Forward and reverse control levers, adjustable in height and length, seat activated engine kill, clutch safety switch
Parking Brake / Safety Circuit	Integrated transaxle brake, neutral and parking brake safety circuit

Ferris 500S – Compact Zero Turn Riding Mower

Description

Ferris 500S – Compact Zero Turn Riding Mower

Brand

Ferris

Features

Specifications

Engine

Mower

Suspension & Drive Train

Noise and Vibration

Ground Speed

Dimensions

Operator Control & Comfort Systems