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Bad Boy Maverick HD
The Bad Boy Maverick HD is a commercial zero-turn mower with 42, 48, 54 and 60-inch decks. It runs a Kawasaki at 22 or 23.5 hp, or a 28 hp Vanguard on the two bigger decks. You'll find Bad Boy mowers at all five of our J5 Tractors stores: Bryan, Conroe, Navasota, Normangee and Buna.
At a glance
commercial zero-turn · 4 models: 42", 48", 54" and 60"
- Deck size
- 42-60 in
- Engine
- Kawasaki or Vanguard
- Engine horsepower
- 22-28 hp
- Transmission
- Hydro-Gear 3400 12cc integrated transaxle
- Top speed
- 9 mph
- Cutting height
- 1.5-4.5 in
- Fuel capacity
- 13 gal
- Weight
- 1,062-1,137 lb
Sold at Bryan, Conroe, Navasota, Normangee and Buna. Best for from a big yard to several acres or more, long hours on the seat, rough pasture edges and ruts.
Every model, side by side
| Specification | 42" | 48" | 54" | 60" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||||
| Engine | Kawasaki FX691V | Kawasaki FX691V | Kawasaki FX730V or Vanguard EFI (California compliant) | Kawasaki FX730V or Vanguard EFI (California compliant) |
| Engine horsepower | 22 hp | 22 hp | 23.5 hp or 28 hp | 23.5 hp or 28 hp |
| Displacement | 726 cc | 726 cc | 726 cc or 810 cc | 726 cc or 810 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 13 gal | 13 gal | 13 gal | 13 gal |
| Deck | ||||
| Deck size | 42" | 48" | 54" | 60" |
| Deck construction | 3/16 in or 7-gauge solid steel | 3/16 in or 7-gauge solid steel | 3/16 in or 7-gauge solid steel | 3/16 in or 7-gauge solid steel |
| Cutting height | 1.5-4.5 in | 1.5-4.5 in | 1.5-4.5 in | 1.5-4.5 in |
| Drive | ||||
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear 3400 12cc integrated transaxle | Hydro-Gear 3400 12cc integrated transaxle | Hydro-Gear 3400 12cc integrated transaxle | Hydro-Gear 3400 12cc integrated transaxle |
| Top speed (forward) | 9 mph | 9 mph | 9 mph | 9 mph |
| Size | ||||
| Front tires | 13x6.5-6 smooth no-flat | 13x6.5-6 smooth no-flat | 13x6.5-6 smooth no-flat | 13x6.5-6 smooth no-flat |
| Rear tires | 23x9-12 Reaper | 23x9-12 Reaper | 23x11-12 Reaper | 23x11-12 Reaper |
| Width (deck out) | 47 in chute up / 56 in chute down | 54 in chute up / 61 in chute down | 58 in chute up / 67 in chute down | 64 in chute up / 73 in chute down |
| Weight | 1,062 lb | 1,073 lb | 1,110 lb | 1,137 lb |
| Comfort | ||||
| Suspension | E-Z Ride compression rear suspension with independent front suspension | E-Z Ride compression rear suspension with independent front suspension | E-Z Ride compression rear suspension with independent front suspension | E-Z Ride compression rear suspension with independent front suspension |
| Seat | Premium adjustable suspension seat | Premium adjustable suspension seat | Premium adjustable suspension seat | Premium adjustable suspension seat |
| Current pricing | See Maverick HD 42" pricing | See Maverick HD 48" pricing | See Maverick HD 54" pricing | See Maverick HD 60" pricing |
All specifications on this page were taken directly from Bad Boy, the manufacturer. Figures from Bad Boy Maverick HD specs, checked November 2, 2026: Bad Boy Maverick HD specs. "Width (deck out)" is the OEM "Width (Chute Up / Chute Down)" figure given both ways.
Four decks, two engine families
The 42 and 48-inch models run a Kawasaki FX691V at 22 hp. Step up to the 54 or 60 and you've got a choice: the Kawasaki FX730V at 23.5 hp, or a Vanguard EFI at 28 hp. Each size uses the same Hydro-Gear 3400 12cc integrated transaxle, with a top speed of 9 mph.
The deck's 7-gauge solid steel on all four, and it cuts from 1.5 to 4.5 inches. Weight climbs with the deck, from 1,062 lb on the 42 to 1,137 lb on the 60. Out back, the 42 and 48 ride on 23x9-12 Reaper tires. The 54 and 60 get 23x11-12s. Up front, it's 13x6.5-6 smooth no-flat tires. A front tire that can't go flat is one less thing to fix halfway through a job.
Built for long days on the seat
The HD is the Maverick for people who mow a lot. A 13-gallon tank means fewer stops for fuel. It rides on E-Z Ride compression rear suspension and an independent front suspension, with an adjustable suspension seat. You'll be glad of that after a few hours over ruts and rough pasture edges.
Think about where it has to go, too. With the deck out and the chute up, the 42 measures 47 inches wide and the 60 measures 64. Measure your narrowest gate before you pick a deck. Mow less often and want a lighter machine? Look at the Maverick. Whichever you buy, write down the model number. Our parts counter needs it to find the right blade or belt.
Our best-selling mower
The Maverick HD with the 54-inch deck is the best-selling mower at our Normangee, Buna, Bryan and Conroe stores. Demand for zero-turns runs highest March through July, when the grass is growing hardest.
Looking for pricing?
Current pricing is on our live inventory page at j5tractors.com, where our Bryan, Conroe, Navasota, Normangee and Buna stores list the Bad Boy mowers they have. Check the 42", 48", 54" and 60" there, then call the store to see one.
Financing
Financing for the Bad Boy Maverick HD starts with our easy online credit application. It works for new and pre-owned machines.
Reach out to our sales team
- Carson WakefieldBryan store(817) 767-1150
- Gene Crye and Andrew LilleyConroe store(936) 441-8110
- Bryan LathamNavasota store(936) 825-8722
- Gavin Johnson and Cody JohnsonNormangee store(936) 396-6032
- George Holder and Steve JeterBuna store(409) 994-3522
Questions people ask
How wide is the Bad Boy Maverick HD with the 60-inch deck?
With the deck out, it's 64 inches wide with the chute up and 73 inches with the chute down. The 54-inch model measures 58 and 67. Measure your gates and your trailer before you choose, since that width has to fit through both.
Which engines can I get on a 54-inch Bad Boy Maverick HD?
You can pick the Kawasaki FX730V at 23.5 hp or the Vanguard EFI at 28 hp. The Vanguard is 810 cc to the Kawasaki's 726 cc. Both feed the same Hydro-Gear 3400 12cc transaxle, and either one tops out at 9 mph.
What's the weight of a Bad Boy Maverick HD?
It runs from 1,062 lb with the 42-inch deck to 1,137 lb with the 60. The 48 weighs 1,073 lb, and the 54 weighs 1,110 lb. If you'll move it on a trailer, check the trailer's rating against those numbers before you load it.
How much does a Bad Boy Maverick HD mower cost?
We keep current pricing on our live inventory page at j5tractors.com, where our Bryan, Conroe, Navasota, Normangee and Buna stores list the Bad Boy mowers they have. Pricing depends on the model and how it's equipped, so check the listing for the 42", 48", 54" and 60". If the one you want isn't listed, call the store.
More Bad Boy series
- E-Magnum42 in
- MZ Rambler42 in
- Maverick48-60 in
- MZ Magnum48-60 in
- ZT Elite48-60 in
- ZT Avenger54-60 in
- Maverick HD42-60 in
- Rebel54-72 in
- Rebel SD54-61 in
- Rogue54-72 in
- Rebel X61-72 in
- Renegade Diesel61 in
- Renegade Gas61-72 in
- Revolt SD34-42 in
- Revolt36-61 in
- Revolt X54-72 in
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