ZENITH 52
Cutting Width: 132 cm (52")
Deck Type: Rear Discharge
The performance and convenience that professionals want
All our experience in one machine for daily, professional and local authority use. The maximum in performance, durability and comfort. You can rely on it. Every day.
The choice for real mowing professionals. Kawasaki professional FX730V engine, 726 cm³ with double air filter. Suspended wheel forks and cushioned, adjustable comfort seat for maximum driving comfort. Professional cutting deck with 132 cm cutting width for large areas. Can be used with side discharge or optional Muchkit. ROPS as standard. A professional through and through – with professional warranty.
- The ZENITH 52 features a 132cm (52″) fabricated side discharge deck constructed of strong 10-gauge steel
- Powered by a professional-grade 726cc Kawasaki® FX730V V-Twin engine
- Industry-leading, fully welded tubular steel frame
- Constant Belt Tension (CBT) system extends belt life
- Front caster fork suspension and full suspension seat for a smoother ride
- ROPS fitted as standard for added protection for the operator
- Foot-operated, vertical pin selector deck lift system with 15 cutting positions
- High-back padded seat with arm rests and integrated seat isolators
- Range of optional accessories is available
- 4-year or 750 hours warranty
Use Cases
PRO Petrol Optional mulching kit Ride-On (sitting) Side discharge Flat terrain Undulating terrain Hilly terrain Large areas
Features & Benefits
Industry-leading frame design
Large-dimensioned tubular frame and as few weld seams as possible, thanks to automotive bending technology, carry the loads of the machine with unrivalled strength and stability.
Professional mowing deck
The mowing deck is the most heavily loaded component of a mower. Stability is particularly important here. The ZENITH has a 14 cm deep, fully welded cutting deck made of 3.2 mm thick sheet steel with double spindle supports, 12.7 mm steel edge, enclosed anti-scalp wheels, all-steel belt pulleys, welded 4-point suspension, high-quality blade spindles made of forged aluminium for cooler running and greater resistance to vibrations and an optimised air flow. Everything about it is designed for the cleanest cut and a long service life.
Automatic belt tensioner system
The automatic CBT (Constant Belt Tension) technology keeps the belt tension of the mower deck constant at all times. This increases the service life of the belt, compensates for wear and prevents belt slippage for a consistently high-quality cutting pattern.
ROPS
The standard rollover protection system with safety belt (ROPS) offers additional protection for the driver. It is foldable and ergonomically tilted backwards to prevent painful bumping of the elbow while driving.
Mower deck lifting by foot pedal
The solid cutting deck is raised conveniently and effortlessly using a foot pedal. To select one of the 15 cutting heights from 3.8 - 12.7 cm, a metal plug is inserted into the respective recess in the display.
Fully adjustable comfort seat
Maximising operator comfort is essential to work productively and safely for hours on end. Keeping hard shocks and vibrations away from the driver is particularly important for his well-being and health. The hydro-pneumatic suspension can be precisely adjusted to the operator's body weight. Adjustable, padded armrests, high backrest and lumbar support allow the rider to find their ideal sitting position. In combination with the ZENITH's standard wheel fork suspension, the result is a soft, comfortable ride.
Technical Data
Model Number 991320
Engine Kawasaki® FX730V V-Twin OHV
Engine Displacement 726 cm³
Drive System Hydro-Gear® ZT-3200 Transaxles
Maximum engine Power 16.6 kW / 22.2 hp at 3,600 rpm.
Fuel Capacity 19.3 l
Max. Speed Forward / Backward 12,9 km/h / 6.4 km/h (8.0 mph / 4 mph)
Deck Type, Rear discharge / Side discharge /
Mulching Kit optional
Deck Material 3.6 mm sheet steel with double thickness around the blade support
Deck Construction welded
Deck Lift System foot operated
Number of blades 3
Spindle Material Forged Aluminium
Spindle Shaft Steel, StressProof®
Spindles drive V-belt
Spindle Clutch Electric Ogura®
Cutting Width 132 cm (52")
Cutting Hights 3.8 cm - 12.7 cm (1.5" - 5.0")
Cutting Positions 15
Wheels Front Axle x
Front Wheels 13 x 6.5-6
Rear Wheels (inch) 22 x 10.5-12
Seat Full suspension, adjustable high back seat w/ lumbar support and armrests
ROPS Rollover Protection
Hour Meter
Weight 421 kg
Length 201 cm
Width 171 cm w/ chute; 141 cm w/ mulch kit
Height 125 cm w/ ROPS folded down; 184 cm w/ ROPS up
Limited Warranty Machine 4 years / 750 hrs.
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Accessories
Mulch kits
For installation in side discharge cutter decks. With every rotation of the blade, the mower sucks up grass in the closed cutting chamber, where the clippings are cut several times before they fall finely chopped onto the lawn.
Striping kit
There is nothing more pristine in the spring and summer than a newly mown lawn with stripes. Add that finishing touch with a striping kit that easily mounts to ZENITH, APEX and IKON XD side discharge models.
Trailer hitch kit
Transform your Ariens zero-turn into a versatile machine simply by adding the hitch. The kit's robust design allows you to tow a range of accessories.
Operator controlled chute baffle
For all side discharge cutter decks. Controls the ejection distance of the clippings with a hand lever.
LED headlight kits
Mow longer, later, and safer with a headlight kit from Ariens. For mounting on the side frame. For ZENITH, APEX and IKON XD.
Zero-turn cover
Protect your investment and extend the life of your equipment with an Ariens zero-turn cover. Fits EDGE, IKON XD and APEX models.
"TWEELS" kit
Lasts as long as 2-3 conventional sets of pneumatic tyres. Excellent suspension comfort. 100% puncture proof. For APEX und ZENITH models.
Aggressive tread pattern rear tyre kit
Tackle slopes with confidence and reduce turf scuffing with an upgraded tread pattern. Fits APEX and ZENITH models.
13" semi-pneumatic front tyre kit
Puncture proof.
High lift blade kit
Useful when grass is thin and compacted. Generates an extra strong airflow. Decreases battery range compared to standard blades.
Customer reviews
My name is John Ryan, I am a Landscape Gardener with an Ariens Zenith Zero turn in my fleet for commercial and residential work. I had the incredible opportunity to attend and tour the Ariens facility in Oxford in January of 2020, seeing the production of their machinery was awesome to see and I got to see first hand the culture of passion and how to manufacture the best equipment they can for their customers matter most to them. They are a family owned company that pride themselves on ethics and you can see that translated into the engineering and manufacturing of their machinery.
Steve Powis, school grounds maintenance officer at Shropshire Council
"I’ve been operating horticultural machinery for over 15-years in a variety of applications including grounds maintenance, formal grounds, open spaces, sports and recreational areas. Having used a variety of different machines to maintain the above including zero-turns, I decided to research what machines were available on the market that would tick all the boxes I was looking for."Applications
Municipalities & building yards
User comfort for long mowing jobs in public spaces. Efficient work that is fun and enjoyable. The Ariens models ZENITH, ZENITH E, ARROW and ARROW E zero-turn mowers are made for long and frequent mowing intervals on large areas. Perfect cut and durability come as standard. Suspended wheel forks, optimum seating comfort or ergonomic, upright driving position on the ARROW models protect the user and increase their well-being.
Service providers
Time is money for a service provider. Modern zero-turn mowers are therefore particularly popular with them. Time savings of up to 40 % come into their own here. Daily changing job sites and high annual operating times place demands on the material. The Ariens APEX and ARROW zero-turn models bring momentum and speed to the daily work of lawn care service providers.
Janitorial services
The constantly changing activities of a janitor service are part of daily routine. Regular lawn mowing is often perceived as a chore and is particularly time-consuming. With a zero-turn mower, you'll be done faster. You can save up to 40% time compared to a conventional lawn tractor. The Ariens IKON is made for private gardens of any size or even semi-professional applications. For smaller janitor services, it is the ideal machine for mowing green spaces quickly and maneuverably.
Leisure Facilities
Camping sites and playgrounds are usually very winding. A zero-turn mower is ideal here and fully in its element. You can steer around obstacles with absolute maneuverability and precision. You can drive around a tree in one go. A zero-turn mower makes your work much easier.