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SCAG Turf Tiger II
The SCAG Turf Tiger II is a zero-turn for commercial mowing, with a 52, 61 or 72-inch Velocity Plus tri-plate deck. Engines run 25 to 40 hp. Depending on the deck, you can run gas, propane or diesel. At J5 Tractors, our Navasota store sells SCAG mowers, the Turf Tiger II among them.
At a glance
commercial zero-turn · 3 models: 52 in, 61 in and 72 in
- Deck size
- 52-72 in
- Engine
- Kohler Command PRO, Kawasaki FD, Vanguard Big Block or Kubota diesel
- Engine horsepower
- 25-40 hp
- Transmission
- Dual pump and motor, Hydro-Gear pumps and Parker motors
- Top speed
- 12 mph
- Cutting height
- 1.5-6 in
- Fuel capacity
- 12 gal
- Weight
- 1,418-1,739 lb
Sold at Navasota. Best for crews that mow long hours, properties from several acres on up, fleets that run propane or diesel.
Every model, side by side
| Specification | 52 in | 61 in | 72 in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine | Kohler Command PRO EFI (gas or propane) | Kawasaki FD DFI, Vanguard Big Block, Kohler Command PRO EFI (gas or propane) or Kubota diesel | Kawasaki FD DFI, Kohler Command PRO EFI, Vanguard Big Block EFI or Kubota diesel |
| Engine horsepower | 25-26 hp | 25-40 hp | 25-40 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 12 gal gas, 33.5 lb propane | 12 gal gas or diesel, 33.5 lb propane | 12 gal gas or diesel |
| Deck | |||
| Deck size | 52 in | 61 in | 72 in |
| Deck construction | Velocity Plus tri-plate, 3 steel plates (nearly 1/2 in total) | Velocity Plus tri-plate, 3 steel plates (nearly 1/2 in total) | Velocity Plus tri-plate, 3 steel plates (nearly 1/2 in total) |
| Cutting height | 1.5-6 in | 1.5-6 in | 1.5-6 in |
| Drive | |||
| Transmission | Dual pump and motor: Hydro-Gear 16 cc pumps, Parker 18 ci motors | Dual pump and motor: Hydro-Gear 16 cc pumps, Parker 18 ci motors | Dual pump and motor: Hydro-Gear 16 cc pumps, Parker 18 ci motors |
| Top speed (forward) | 12 mph | 12 mph gas or propane, 10 mph diesel | 12 mph gas, 10 mph diesel |
| Top speed (reverse) | 6 mph | 6 mph | 6 mph |
| Size | |||
| Front tires | 13 x 6.5-6 in | 13 x 6.5-6 in | 13 x 6.5-6 in |
| Rear tires | 26 x 9.5-12 in | 26 x 12-12 in | 26 x 12-12 in |
| Width (deck out) | 64.5 in | 73.5 in | 83 in |
| Weight | 1,418-1,486 lb | 1,496-1,709 lb | 1,556-1,739 lb |
| Comfort | |||
| Seat | 4-point iso-mounted torsion-spring suspension seat | 4-point iso-mounted torsion-spring suspension seat | 4-point iso-mounted torsion-spring suspension seat |
| Current pricing | See Turf Tiger II 52 in pricing | See Turf Tiger II 61 in pricing | See Turf Tiger II 72 in pricing |
All specifications on this page were taken directly from SCAG, the manufacturer. Figures from SCAG Turf Tiger II specifications, checked November 2, 2026: SCAG Turf Tiger II specifications. The OEM weight lists are per fuel type (gas / propane / diesel); each column here spans the lowest to the highest listed.
Gas, propane or diesel
Fuel is where the three decks part ways. The 52-inch runs a Kohler Command PRO EFI on gas or propane, at 25 to 26 hp. The 61-inch adds a Kawasaki FD DFI, a Vanguard Big Block and a diesel, for 25 to 40 hp. It's the one size you can get with all three fuels. The 72-inch offers gas or diesel.
Gas and diesel models carry 12 gallons. Propane models run on 33.5 lb of fuel. Diesel changes the top speed, too: 10 mph forward instead of 12. Reverse is 6 mph on all three decks.
Weight climbs with deck and fuel. The 52 runs 1,418 to 1,486 lb, the 61 runs 1,496 to 1,709 lb and the 72 runs 1,556 to 1,739 lb. Widths come to 64.5, 73.5 and 83 inches with the deck out. That's a lot of machine, so check your trailer first.
What the build means for a crew
The drive uses two pumps and two motors: Hydro-Gear 16 cc pumps and Parker 18 ci motors. That's one pump and one motor for each drive wheel, rather than a shared transaxle.
The deck is SCAG's Velocity Plus tri-plate, three steel plates nearly half an inch thick in total. Cutting height runs 1.5 to 6 inches. That top setting helps when the grass has gotten ahead of you after a rainy week.
Rear tires are 26 x 9.5-12 on the 52 and 26 x 12-12 on the bigger two. The seat is a 4-point iso-mounted torsion-spring suspension seat. Run a crew, or keep a big place cut from several acres on up? Start here. Want a two-speed transaxle instead? Look at the Cheetah II.
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 52 in, 61 in and 72 in there, then call the store to see one.
Financing
Financing for the SCAG Turf Tiger II 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
Can you get a SCAG Turf Tiger II with a diesel engine?
Yes, on the 61-inch and 72-inch decks. The 52-inch runs gas or propane. A diesel model tops out at 10 mph forward, where gas models reach 12. It carries 12 gallons of fuel, the same as gas. You'll want to weigh that speed against the fuel you already keep.
How high does a SCAG Turf Tiger II cut?
From 1.5 inches up to 6. That range is the same on the 52, 61 and 72-inch decks. If you're cutting grass that's gotten tall, you'll be glad of the top setting. The deck is a Velocity Plus tri-plate, nearly half an inch of steel in total.
How much does the 72-inch SCAG Turf Tiger II weigh?
Between 1,556 and 1,739 lb, depending on the engine and fuel. The 61-inch runs 1,496 to 1,709 lb, and the 52-inch runs 1,418 to 1,486 lb. Check your trailer's rating before you buy. You'll be hauling it to every job.
How much does a SCAG Turf Tiger II 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 52 in, 61 in and 72 in. If the one you want isn't listed, call the store.
