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SCAG V-Ride LS
The SCAG V-Ride LS is a stand-on mower with a 36, 42, 48 or 52-inch dual-plate deck. Its Kawasaki and Briggs & Stratton engines run through Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 transaxles. It weighs 716 to 794 lb. At J5 Tractors, our Navasota store sells SCAG mowers, the V-Ride LS included.
At a glance
stand-on · 4 models: 36 in, 42 in, 48 in and 52 in
- Deck size
- 36-52 in
- Engine
- Kawasaki FS or Briggs & Stratton CXi
- Engine horsepower
- 18.5-25 hp
- Transmission
- Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 zero-turn transaxles
- Top speed
- 7 mph
- Cutting height
- 1.5-4.5 in
- Fuel capacity
- 6.75 gal
- Weight
- 716-794 lb
Sold at Navasota. Best for owners who'd rather stand than sit, small crews, yards behind narrow gates.
Every model, side by side
| Specification | 36 in | 42 in | 48 in | 52 in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||||
| Engine | Kawasaki FS600V or Briggs & Stratton CXi | Kawasaki FS600V or Briggs & Stratton CXi | Kawasaki FS651V or Briggs & Stratton CXi | Kawasaki FS651V or Briggs & Stratton CXi |
| Engine horsepower | 18.5-20 hp | 18.5-20 hp | 22-25 hp | 22-25 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 6.75 gal | 6.75 gal | 6.75 gal | 6.75 gal |
| Deck | ||||
| Deck size | 36 in | 42 in | 48 in | 52 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 | 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 | 1.5-4.5 in |
| Drive | ||||
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 transaxles (10 cc pump, 12 cc motor) | Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 transaxles (10 cc pump, 12 cc motor) | Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 transaxles (10 cc pump, 12 cc motor) | Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 transaxles (10 cc pump, 12 cc motor) |
| Top speed (forward) | 7 mph | 7 mph | 7 mph | 7 mph |
| Top speed (reverse) | 4 mph | 4 mph | 4 mph | 4 mph |
| Size | ||||
| Front tires | 11 x 4-5 in | 11 x 4-5 in | 11 x 4-5 in | 11 x 4-5 in |
| Rear tires | 20 x 8-10 in | 20 x 8-10 in | 20 x 8-10 in | 20 x 8-10 in |
| Width (deck out) | 48 in | 54.5 in | 60.5 in | 64.5 in |
| Weight | 716 lb | 730 lb | 756 lb | 794 lb |
| Comfort | ||||
| Seat | Extra-large comfort cushion | Extra-large comfort cushion | Extra-large comfort cushion | Extra-large comfort cushion |
| Current pricing | See V-Ride LS 36 in pricing | See V-Ride LS 42 in pricing | See V-Ride LS 48 in pricing | See V-Ride LS 52 in pricing |
All specifications on this page were taken directly from SCAG, the manufacturer. Figures from SCAG V-Ride LS specifications, checked November 2, 2026: SCAG V-Ride LS specifications.
Four decks, two engine sizes
This stand-on keeps most things the same across its four decks. Each one carries 6.75 gallons of fuel. Each runs ZT-3100 transaxles with a 10 cc pump and a 12 cc motor. Top speed is 7 mph forward and 4 mph in reverse.
The engines split in two. The 36 and 42-inch models run a Kawasaki FS600V or a Briggs & Stratton CXi at 18.5 to 20 hp. The 48 and 52 step up to a Kawasaki FS651V or the CXi, at 22 to 25 hp.
Weight climbs slowly: 716 lb on the 36, 730 on the 42, 756 on the 48 and 794 on the 52. All four ride on 11 x 4-5 front tires and 20 x 8-10 rears. So the deck you pick changes the width and the power, but not much else.
Standing up to mow your own place
Why stand? You can step off to move a limb or open a gate, then step back on. If you keep your own place cut, from a big yard to a few acres or more, a stand-on is worth a try. A small crew can put one to work too.
The 36-inch measures 48 inches with the deck out, so measure your gate against it. The 42 and 48 come in at 54.5 and 60.5 inches. The 52 measures 64.5 inches. SCAG lists an extra-large comfort cushion for the operator.
The deck is SCAG's Heavy-Duty Hero dual-plate, 2 steel plates, with 1.5 to 4.5 inches of cutting height. Want tri-plate decks and more horsepower for crew work? Look at the V-Ride 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 36 in, 42 in, 48 in and 52 in there, then call the store to see one.
Financing
Financing for the SCAG V-Ride LS 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
How much does the SCAG V-Ride LS weigh?
From 716 lb with the 36-inch deck to 794 lb with the 52. The 42 weighs 730 lb and the 48 weighs 756. If you haul your mower, check those figures against your trailer and ramps. You'll find all four sit on the same 20 x 8-10 rear tires.
What engines can you get on a SCAG V-Ride LS?
A Kawasaki or a Briggs & Stratton CXi. The 36 and 42-inch models use the Kawasaki FS600V, at 18.5 to 20 hp across both engines. The 48 and 52 use the Kawasaki FS651V, at 22 to 25 hp. You'll find the CXi offered on all four decks.
How fast does SCAG's V-Ride LS go?
It's rated at 7 mph forward and 4 mph in reverse, on all four decks. It drives through a pair of Hydro-Gear transaxles with a 10 cc pump and a 12 cc motor. That's a steady pace for mowing your own place, and it's easy to manage while you're standing.
How much does a SCAG V-Ride LS 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 36 in, 42 in, 48 in and 52 in. If the one you want isn't listed, call the store.
