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Bad Boy Maverick

The Bad Boy Maverick is a residential zero-turn mower with 48, 54 and 60-inch decks. It runs a 25 hp Rehlko, a 24 hp Kawasaki or, on the 54 and 60, a 27 hp Vanguard. It tops out at 9 mph. Bad Boy mowers are sold at all five of our J5 Tractors stores: Bryan, Conroe, Navasota, Normangee and Buna.

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Bad Boy Maverick zero-turn mower, three-quarter view on a white background
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At a glance

residential zero-turn · 3 models: 48", 54" and 60"

Deck size
48-60 in
Engine
Rehlko or Kawasaki or Vanguard
Engine horsepower
24-27 hp
Transmission
Hydro-Gear 3200 10cc integrated transaxle
Top speed
9 mph
Cutting height
1.5-4.5 in
Fuel capacity
6.5 gal
Weight
957-1,031 lb

Sold at Bryan, Conroe, Navasota, Normangee and Buna. Best for homeowners from an acre on up, mowing open lawn at a good clip, a smoother ride over rough yards.

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Every model, side by side

48"54"60"
Engine
EngineRehlko Confidant ZT740 or Kawasaki FS730VRehlko Confidant ZT740 or Kawasaki FS730V or Vanguard CXi 2700 (California compliant)Rehlko Confidant ZT740 or Kawasaki FS730V or Vanguard CXi 2700 (California compliant)
Engine horsepower25 hp or 24 hp25 hp or 24 hp or 27 hp25 hp or 24 hp or 27 hp
Displacement747 cc or 726 cc747 cc or 726 cc or 810 cc747 cc or 726 cc or 810 cc
Fuel capacity6.5 gal6.5 gal6.5 gal
Deck
Deck size48"54"60"
Deck construction3/16 in or 7-gauge solid steel3/16 in or 7-gauge solid steel3/16 in or 7-gauge solid steel
Cutting height1.5-4.5 in1.5-4.5 in1.5-4.5 in
Drive
TransmissionHydro-Gear 3200 10cc integrated transaxleHydro-Gear 3200 10cc integrated transaxleHydro-Gear 3200 10cc integrated transaxle
Top speed (forward)9 mph9 mph9 mph
Size
Front tires13x6.5-6 smooth13x6.5-6 smooth13x6.5-6 smooth
Rear tires23x9-12 Reaper23x11-12 Reaper23x11-12 Reaper
Width (deck out)54 in chute up / 61 in chute down58 in chute up / 67 in chute down64 in chute up / 73 in chute down
Weight957 lb1,005 lb1,031 lb
Comfort
SuspensionE-Z Ride compression rear suspension with independent front suspensionE-Z Ride compression rear suspension with independent front suspensionE-Z Ride compression rear suspension with independent front suspension
Current pricingSee Maverick 48" pricingSee Maverick 54" pricingSee Maverick 60" pricing

All specifications on this page were taken directly from Bad Boy, the manufacturer. Figures from Bad Boy Maverick specs, checked November 2, 2026: Bad Boy Maverick specs. "Width (deck out)" is the OEM "Width (Chute Up / Chute Down)" figure given both ways.

Picking a deck and an engine

The 48-inch Maverick comes with a Rehlko Confidant ZT740 at 25 hp or a Kawasaki FS730V at 24 hp. The 54 and 60 add a third choice, the Vanguard CXi 2700 at 27 hp. All three sizes use a Hydro-Gear 3200 10cc integrated transaxle and run up to 9 mph. Which engine's right for you? All three sit between 24 and 27 hp, so it often comes down to the brand you'd rather run.

The deck's 7-gauge solid steel on each size, and it cuts from 1.5 to 4.5 inches. The 48 weighs 957 lb, the 54 weighs 1,005 lb and the 60 weighs 1,031 lb. Rear tires are 23x9-12 Reapers on the 48 and 23x11-12 on the two bigger decks. Fronts are 13x6.5-6 smooth.

A homeowner's mower that rides well

The Maverick is built for mowing your own place. Even so, it rides on E-Z Ride compression rear suspension with an independent front suspension. Got ruts, roots or an old fence line out back? You'll feel less of them through the seat. At 9 mph, the open stretches go by fast, too.

The tank holds 6.5 gallons. With the deck out and the chute up, it's 54 inches wide on the 48, 58 on the 54 and 64 on the 60. Chute down, those widths are 61, 67 and 73. Check your gate before you choose. If you mow for hours at a stretch and want a bigger tank, look at the Maverick HD.

One thing owners skip on a mower like this is the air filter. It's a small part, and it protects the engine. Check it more often when the yard's dry and dusty.

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 48", 54" and 60" there, then call the store to see one.

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Financing

Financing for the Bad Boy Maverick starts with our easy online credit application. It works for new and pre-owned machines.

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Store pages: Bryan, Conroe, Navasota, Normangee, Buna

Questions people ask

What's the top speed of the Bad Boy Maverick?

It's 9 mph forward on all three deck sizes. That comes from a Hydro-Gear 3200 10cc integrated transaxle. On a big lawn with long, open runs, that speed shortens your mowing. Slow down around trees, beds and anything you can't see well.

Which Bad Boy Maverick engines come with the 48-inch deck?

You can choose a Rehlko Confidant ZT740 at 25 hp and 747 cc, or a Kawasaki FS730V at 24 hp and 726 cc. The 27 hp Vanguard CXi 2700 is offered on the 54 and 60-inch decks, so you'll need one of those if you want it.

How wide is the Bad Boy Maverick 54-inch with the chute down?

It measures 67 inches with the chute down and 58 with it up. The 60-inch deck runs 73 and 64. The 48 runs 61 and 54. Measure your narrowest gate and your shed door first, so you know what'll fit.

How much does a Bad Boy Maverick 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 48", 54" and 60". If the one you want isn't listed, call the store.

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