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SCAG SLS
The SCAG SLS is a residential zero-turn with a 42, 52 or 61-inch Heavy-Duty Hero dual-plate deck. Each SLS runs a Briggs & Stratton PXi engine on a Hydro-Gear ZT2200 transaxle. At J5 Tractors, our Navasota store sells SCAG mowers, and the SLS is one of them.
At a glance
residential zero-turn · 3 models: 42 in, 52 in and 61 in
- Deck size
- 42-61 in
- Engine
- Briggs & Stratton PXi
- Engine horsepower
- 20-24 hp
- Transmission
- Hydro-Gear ZT2200 (EZT) transaxle
- Top speed
- 7 mph
- Cutting height
- 1.5-4.5 in
- Fuel capacity
- 3.5 gal
Sold at Navasota. Best for homeowners with a few acres or more, big yards with mid-size gates, owners who like Briggs & Stratton power.
Every model, side by side
| Specification | 42 in | 52 in | 61 in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton PXi Series | Briggs & Stratton PXi Series | Briggs & Stratton PXi Series |
| Engine horsepower | 20 hp | 22-24 hp | 24 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 3.5 gal | 3.5 gal | 3.5 gal |
| Deck | |||
| Deck size | 42 in | 52 in | 61 in |
| Deck construction | Heavy-Duty Hero dual-plate, 2 steel plates | Heavy-Duty Hero dual-plate, 2 steel plates | Heavy-Duty Hero dual-plate, 2 steel plates |
| Cutting height | 1.5-4.5 in | 1.5-4.5 in | 1.5-4.5 in |
| Drive | |||
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear ZT2200 (EZT) transaxle (10 cc pump, 10 cc motor) | Hydro-Gear ZT2200 (EZT) transaxle (10 cc pump, 10 cc motor) | Hydro-Gear ZT2200 (EZT) transaxle (10 cc pump, 10 cc motor) |
| Top speed (forward) | 7 mph | 7 mph | 7 mph |
| Top speed (reverse) | 5 mph | 5 mph | 5 mph |
| Size | |||
| Front tires | 11 x 6-5 in | 11 x 6-5 in | 11 x 6-5 in |
| Rear tires | 20 x 8-8 in | 20 x 10-8 in | 20 x 10-8 in |
| Width (deck out) | 54.5 in | 64.5 in | 73.5 in |
| Current pricing | See SLS 42 in pricing | See SLS 52 in pricing | See SLS 61 in pricing |
All specifications on this page were taken directly from SCAG, the manufacturer. Figures from SCAG SLS specifications, checked November 2, 2026: SCAG SLS specifications.
One engine family, three decks
The SLS keeps the choices short. Each deck runs a Briggs & Stratton PXi Series engine. The 42-inch gets 20 hp, the 52-inch 22 to 24 hp and the 61-inch 24 hp. Fuel capacity is 3.5 gallons on all three.
The transaxle is a ZT2200 (EZT), with a 10 cc pump and a 10 cc motor. It tops out at 7 mph forward and 5 mph in reverse. Up front sit 11 x 6-5 tires. The rear tires are 20 x 8-8 on the 42 and 20 x 10-8 on the bigger two.
With the deck out, widths are 54.5, 64.5 and 73.5 inches. That's a wide spread, so the deck you pick really does change what the mower can reach.
Is the SLS right for your place?
Do you keep your own place cut, from a big yard to several acres or more? Then the SLS is worth a look. Its deck is the Heavy-Duty Hero dual-plate, built from 2 steel plates. Cutting height runs 1.5 to 4.5 inches.
Which deck? Measure first. The 42 fits through gates the 61 can't. The 61 covers more ground per pass when you've got the room. The 52 sits in between, at 64.5 inches.
Think about the shape of your mowing too. Lots of trees, beds and fence corners favor the 42. Long open stretches favor the 61, since it'll cut the job down to fewer passes. If you're somewhere in the middle, the 52 is a sound place to start.
Want more engine choices or a bigger fuel tank? Look at the Liberty Z.
Looking for pricing?
Current pricing is on our live inventory page at j5tractors.com, where our Navasota stores list the SCAG mowers they have. Check the 42 in, 52 in and 61 in there, then call the store to see one.
Financing
Financing for the SCAG SLS starts with our easy online credit application. It works for new and pre-owned machines.
Reach out to our sales team
- Bryan LathamNavasota store(936) 825-8722
Store page: Navasota
Questions people ask
What engine is on the SCAG SLS?
A Briggs & Stratton PXi Series engine, on all three decks. It's rated 20 hp on the 42-inch, 22 to 24 hp on the 52 and 24 hp on the 61. If you've run Briggs engines before, you'll know what you're getting. The fuel tank holds 3.5 gallons.
How wide is a SCAG SLS with the 61-inch deck?
It's 73.5 inches wide with the deck out. The 52-inch model measures 64.5 inches and the 42-inch measures 54.5. You'll want to check your gates and any trailer before you settle on the 61. A tape measure now beats a second trip later.
How fast does SCAG's SLS mow?
It's rated at 7 mph forward and 5 mph in reverse, on all three decks. That comes from a Hydro-Gear ZT2200 (EZT) transaxle with a 10 cc pump and a 10 cc motor. You'll mow at a steady homeowner's pace rather than a crew's.
How much does a SCAG SLS mower cost?
We keep current pricing on our live inventory page at j5tractors.com, where our Navasota stores list the SCAG mowers they have. Pricing depends on the model and how it's equipped, so check the listing for the 42 in, 52 in and 61 in. If the one you want isn't listed, call the store.
