14.5HP/344cc Briggs & Stratton® Power Built Engine •Overhead valve design (OHV) runs cooler and cleaner •Delivers more power, longer engine life & improved fuel economy •Engine hood isolates operator from noise and heat
Hydro-Gear® EZT Fully Integrated Transmission •No shifting necessary for effortless operation •Equipped with cooling fans and large hydraulic reservoir
4-Point Deck Mount Design •34" 12-gauge stamped steel deck •17,500 feet per minute blade tip speed •4 support positions prevent excess deck movement •Delivers a better cut with less scalping •Mechanical foot lift raises & lowers mowing deck
1.5" x 1.5" Fully Welded Square Steel Frame •Produces less vibration for more comfortable operation •Solid steel front axle
Steering Control Dampeners •Small shocks that make the mower smoother to operate •Easier to keep a straight line and trim closer to objects
Model
Model Number:
915157
UPC:
751058032269
Manufacturer
Ariens
Made in USA
Yes
Engine
Engine Brand
Briggs & Stratton
Starting System
12-Volt Key Start
Battery Included
Included
HP/CC
14.5 HP/500 cc
Fuel Tank Size
2.0 Gallons
Cycles
4-Cycle
Cylinders
1 Cylinder
Oil Filter
No
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Drive
System
Transaxles
Speeds
Variable
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheels
Maximum Speed
6 Mph
Maximum Reverse Speed
3 Mph
Transmission Type
Hydrostatic
Wheels
Front Tire Size
11 x 4, Swivel
Rear Tire Size
18 x 6.5
Tire Type
Pneumatic Wheels
Deck
Cutting Options
3-in-1 (Side-Discharge/Bag/Mulch)
Material
12-Gauge
Construction
Stamped
Spindle Material
Steel
Blades
2 Blades
Positions
7 Positions
Cutting Height
1.5-4.5 Inches
Deck Lift System
Manual Foot Operated
Engagement
Warner Electric
Deck Drive
Belt
Accessories
Seat Type
Mid Back w/ Seat Springs
Rear Bagger
Sold Separately
Mulcher Kit
Sold Separately
Headlights
Sold Separately
Hour Meter
No
Arm Rests
Sold Separately
Engine Guard
No
Front Bumper
No
Trailer Hitch
Sold Separately
Overview
Weight
425 Lbs. (192.78 kilograms)
Dimensions
64.0L x 42.0W x 37.0H (162.56 x 106.68 x 93.98 cm)
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Download Documents
No documents available at this time
6 Questions
Q: Todd, if i buy this mower and something goes wrong within the 3 year warranty, how would i get it fixed? by Joe from Connecticut on June 26, 2011
A: Joe - any needed warranty service would be provided by your local Ariens dealer. We have a link on our web site under customer service that would allow you to look up the closest Ariens service centers using your zip code. by Todd, Product Expert
Q: the ariens zero turn mowers, do they have snow blowers available? and if so are they easy to mount? just trying to cut back on the number of gas engines to maintain. thanks Troy by Troy Donth from Minnesota on June 11, 2011
A: Troy - Ariens does make a snow blower attachment that mounts to the front of their zero turn mowers. I would say the installation is moderate in terms of ease. We don't stock the snow blower attachment, but we would be able to special order it for you if you decide you want one. To be honest, the snow blower attachment is not a big seller, mostly because of the handling and traction of a zero turn mower on snow and ice. Give us a call if you want to find out more about the Ariens snow blower attachment for their zero turn mowers. by Todd, Product Expert
Q: Todd, I am considering purchasing the Ariens 34'' ZTR mower, When I contacted the manufacturer, I was told a different model number was sold in Calif., and was available??Can this special carb be purchased at the same price, and are shipping costs and other purchase incentives still the same?? by Jack Hudson from California on May 27, 2011
A: Thanks for your inquiry. We do not carry the CARB compliant model of this mower. You will find the CARB compliant model for sale within the state of California. by Todd, Product Expert
Q: Who does the service when a ZT mower is purchased from you. by Harry Ingle from Alabama on May 05, 2011
A: Harry - if your zero turn mower should ever require warranty service, the service is performed by the local dealer in your area. If you are considering an Ariens zero turn, then the local Ariens dealer would perform the service and handle the warranty claim with Ariens on your behalf. If you require service after the warranty period ends, you can have any local repair shop work on your mower. by Todd, Product Expert
Q: Does this mower have a floating deck? I have a tractor now, it doesnt cut level and it scalps. Will I have the same problem with mower. by Paul E. Reuter from Connecticut on April 17, 2011
A: Thanks for your inquiry. This zero will solve your problem.It is equipped with 4 support positions to prevent excess deck movement. this will give you a better cut without scalping.
Q: I live in a by-level house and my yard has some hills and slopes. My yard is 15,000sq. ft. Will the zoom-34 work for me or will it only work on flat ground? I have seen this model at Home Depot and am impressed with what I see. by Kevin Jackson from Ohio on March 21, 2011
A: Thanks for your inquiry. This mower has no problem handling hills and slopes. It would be perfect for a yard of your size. by Todd, Product Expert
Overall Rating
4.0
(Based on 7 Reviews)
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May 08, 2012
Sue K.
Experience with purchase of new mower in Bolingbrook
Absolutely perfect, I have had no issues so far. Runs great, hope to do business in the near future. The customer service was excellent as well.
April 10, 2012
Bruce New Braunfels, TX
Needed Adjustments
I agree with Robert, from Florida, the deck and belts required some adjustments in order to work the way they are supposed to work. However, once properly adjusted, it is now running fine. Home Depot is not a store to find replacement/maintenance parts for this lawn mower. They did not carry any general maintenance parts: air filter, spark plug, blades, belts, and accessories for this Ariens mower even though it was purchased from them.
My 34" has a 13.5 hp Briggs and Stratton engine and sometime struggles when the grass is a bit longer. It seemed to have enough power before I installed a bagger and counter weight. You can really feel the drag and reduction in maneuverability, when the bags are full. Maybe that is the reason they currently install a 14.5 hp.
The accessories (bagger, tow hitch) required several modifications during installation, and to function properly. I was very disappointed with the bagger, before I sealed the seams and riveted the plastic joints and shimmed it. The bagger is very expensive.
There must be a couple of decks variations out there because the mulching blade kit did not fit mine. I did not want to bend and drill holes to make it fit so I returned it.
If you are somewhat mechanically inclined, buy this mower, knowing you are going to have to tweak it some, right out of the box.
This is a good mower for yards, 1 acre or less with lots of obstacles. The ride is rough so if you do not have a smooth surface beware.
I have owned this mower for over two years now. It is my first zero turn, and it saves me about 35 minutes on a 2/3 acre lot with several tress and obstacles. The maintenance is simple, oil change (there is no oil filter), fuel filter and spark plug are easy to change.
Overall, I am satisfied with this purchase.
I agree with Robert, from Florida, the deck and belts required some adjustments in order to work the way they are supposed to work. However, once properly adjusted, it is now running fine. Home Depot is not a store to find replacement/maintenance parts for this lawn mower. They did not carry any general maintenance parts: air filter, spark plug, blades, belts, and accessories for this Ariens mower even though it was purchased from them.
My 34" has a 13.5 hp Briggs and Stratton engine and sometime struggles when the grass is a bit longer. It seemed to have enough power b... more
August 09, 2011
Robert Pembroke Pines, FL
Issues in the beginning
Bought mine at Home Depot. The belt came off in the first 10 minutes of cutting. After inspection the belt was defective. After the deck was torn apart in my garage I was off to get a new one. Home Depot was out. So they said. Anyway after driving around town I finally found one. Or should I say bought two. Mower needed all kinds of adjustments which I did myself. Works great now. Don't buy from Home Depot. Would have given a better rating if the product would have be right in the beginning.
June 02, 2011
Mike S. Elma, NY
Nice little mower
Unit was delivered last week. Good setup instructions. Open up the hydraulic bypass valves (2) to get it off the pallet easier. (Read the instructions first.)
We've had frequent heavy rain this year and the lawn was 8" tall. I set the deck height on maximum and this machine handled it no problem. It tamed an awful lawn. I'm a first time ZTR owner, learning to operate was easy. With the rear engine it's much easier on the ears too. Excellent turning on flat ground or gentle slopes. I'm 6'-2" and this machine fits pretty well.
Unit was purchased for a .75 acre lawn with lots of trees and obstacles. (A wider model would not fit as well).
Unit is compact so mower deck does not stick out far from the mower body.
Unit was delivered last week. Good setup instructions. Open up the hydraulic bypass valves (2) to get it off the pallet easier. (Read the instructions first.)
We've had frequent heavy rain this year and the lawn was 8" tall. I set the deck height on maximum and this machine handled it no problem. It tamed an awful lawn. I'm a first time ZTR owner, learning to operate was easy. With the rear engine it's much easier on the ears too. Excellent turning on flat ground or gentle slopes. I'm 6'-2" and this machine fits pretty well.
I have been cutting lawns for over 5 years and I never had fun doing it. I can cut my lawn in 30 minutes, a task that would take me over one hour and a half. No more bagging with the mulch kit - its a breeze. Very little clippings are seen and the lawn looks great. This machine turns on the dime and I don't have to touch the blades ever when mowing, foward, reverse this machine keeps on cutting.
May 11, 2011
Frank S. Vineland, NJ
Top quality zero turn
Strong steady engine, cuts great. Was delivered quickly on a secured pallet, just had to connect negative terminal to battery, raise & tighten handles, glance the manual and was ready to cut. The nimbleness of the controls for such a heavy duty machine was impressive. My 12 acre lawn was cut in record time, and it looked great.
Very happy with the entire process, and easy to clean up. Everything on mower is easily accessible, all parts are top quality. Caution, if ordering bagging system you may need an expert to help install, I got thru first several steps but suddenly it started to become too complicated.
Strong steady engine, cuts great. Was delivered quickly on a secured pallet, just had to connect negative terminal to battery, raise & tighten handles, glance the manual and was ready to cut. The nimbleness of the controls for such a heavy duty machine was impressive. My 12 acre lawn was cut in record time, and it looked great.
Very happy with the entire process, and easy to clean up. Everything on mower is easily accessible, all parts are top quality. Caution, if ordering bagging system you may need an expert to help install, I got thru first several steps but sudden... more
April 13, 2011
Kyle Meraux, LA
My new lawn mower
I'm very dissatisfied with my purchase, It was sent to me with a dead battery I hope that's all that is wrong with it. I just was able to put the battery on a charger so I will check to see if if works. I hope all your customers don't get treated this way. Sorry to feel this way.
mowersdirect.com replies: This does occur from time to time that a product is shipped with a battery that has drained down or was not properly charged by the manufacturer at the factory. We did not have any record of Kyle contacting us about the dead battery prior to seeing this review. Todd, our product expert for mowers, will be contacting Kyle and offering Kyle reimbursement for the purchase of a new battery locally.
I'm very dissatisfied with my purchase, It was sent to me with a dead battery I hope that's all that is wrong with it. I just was able to put the battery on a charger so I will check to see if if works. I hope all your customers don't get treated this way. Sorry to feel this way.
mowersdirect.com replies: This does occur from time to time that a product is shipped with a battery that has drained down or was not properly charged by the manufacturer at the factory. We did not have any record of Kyle contacting us about the dead battery prior to seeing this review. Todd, our prod... more
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