8Hustler Raptor

Hustler Raptor

8Hustler Raptor
2.8

33 reviews

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45% · 1518 · 55%

Product is used
  • Weekly (17)
  • Occasionally (5)
Build Quality
2.9 (27)
Value for Money
2.6 (26)
Ease of Use
3.2 (27)
Cleaning & Maintenance
2.9 (27)
Hill / Slope Performance
2.8 (24)
Safety
3.2 (24)
Noise Level
2.9 (24)
Wet / Damp Grass Performance
2.5 (26)
Turning
3.5 (26)
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Reviews

33 reviews
Terry J.
Terry J.
  FR691V

Best if you respect it

Had mine for 9 years, the key is matinence. Hit a big rock replaced spindle, remove engine cover and clean grass so it doesn't overheat. Use a half quart of Duralube every oil change, it's Gold to all engines. What impressive to me is the battery. It's the one that came with it. The key has the protector to keep water out. Still got my old Yard Machine. Yes it still runs like new too. It not too old. 1999, 20 horse Briggs v twin. Duralube. Using it since 1984. Show details
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Garry
GarryNorthern Territory7 posts
  FR651V
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Mario
MarioSouth East Queensland, QLD2 posts
  FR691V

Stay away from this brand its a crap build and after sale service is extremely poor at best

Parts are hard to get and I have waited 5 months for a particular part Show details
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Edward F.
Edward F.
  FR691V

Not good

Frame is junk cracks at brackets so the drive belt will not stay on Show details
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david g.
david g.
  FR691V
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Zack S.
Zack S.
  FR691V

Very irresponsible of hustler

Bought the limited raptor 2018 been constant problems. Added a plate of steel under the idler pulley, new thicker brackets, many spindles and pulleys, bolts and belts, mechanic costs and breakdowns in the middle of yard. Always loud machine lots of vibration. Stay away from Hustler
Jason M.
Jason M.
  Raptor
Nathan B.
Nathan B.
  FR651V

Absolute rubbish! Every time I use it a new problem arises

Burn it and buy something else. The biggest heap of rubbish and waste of money. Show details
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John T.
John T.
  Raptor

Not worth the money

Will not turn around like it should, Hour meter doesn't work, Has a vibration when mowing. Show details
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Rusty S.
Rusty S.
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A Singh
A Singh3 posts
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George
GeorgeMurray Mallee, SA
  Raptor

Terribly Engineered

Gear transmission is under engineered, will only last until warrantee ends. The gear two bolt cover leak hydraulic fluid, due the gear housing is made from cast aluminum not adequate enough for the heat transfer. Show details
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Mike
Mike
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Cheryl
CherylFar North Queensland, QLD
  FR651V
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Barry82
Barry82AU11 posts
  FR651V

Hustler Zero turn 42 "

Took me several hours to get used to steering but now I am very impressed.
Cuts lawn very well.
I have the mulcher kit fitted -no clippings ,no catcher -excellent.
Mulcher kit makes cutting tall grass difficult & not recomended.
Large fuel tank.
Very comfortable.
Very happy with twin cylinder Kawasaki motor. Show details
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Questions & Answers

Cindi H.
Cindi H. · Raptor

Gas seems to be disappearing when I fill the tank but I don’t see any leaks? Any ideas??

Jude V.
Jude V. · Raptor

Hi there
Does anyone know who has purchased the Hustler Raptor does it comply with Australian Standards?
Thanks
Jude

Patrick S.
Patrick S. · Raptor

Can I get a kit to repair a hydro left-hand side well while sitting on the machine for you for a series 0602 1109 Haslar FastTrack model 927343 or is it better to get a new one and how much

Edward H.
Edward H.  

you get the kit from good old usa about $ post is a pain

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Details

About the Hustler Raptor

Ride-on mowers in the Hustler Raptor range come in the following models:

  • Raptor X (42”, 54”)
  • Raptor XD (42”, 48”, 54”)
  • Raptor XDX (48”, 54”, 60”)

They are all zero-turn riding lawn mowers with 726cc engines.

Compare all Hustler Raptor listings
CategoryRide-On MowersRide-On MowersRide-On Mowers
Price (RRP) $11,899$6,999$6,299
Zero Turn YesYesYes
Power SourcePetrolPetrol
FeaturesSide Discharge
Catcher Type NoneNone
Cutting Deck MaterialSteelSteelSteel
Cutting Width1,371 mm1,321 mm1,066 mm
Height of Cut38.1 mm to 114.3 mm38.1 mm to 114.3 mm38.1 mm to 114.3 mm
Number of Blades332
Weight296 kg236.8 kg229.06 kg
Transmission TypeHydrostaticHydrostaticHydrostatic
Horsepower23 hp23 hp21.5 hp
Max Speed12 km/hr10.5 km/hr10.5 km/hr
Reverse Speed6.4 km/hr6.4 km/hr
Dimensions 1110 x 1486 x 1806 mm990 x 1040 x 1850 mm990 x 1040 x 1854.2 mm
Manufacturer Warranty3 year(s)3 year(s)3 year(s)
Engine / Motor
Engine NameKawasaki FR691V 2-Stroke 726cc 23hpKawasaki FR691V 4-Stroke 726cc 23hpKawasaki FR651V 4-Stroke 726cc 21.5hp
Engine Type2-Stroke4-Stroke4-Stroke
BrandKawasakiKawasakiKawasaki
Engine Displacement726 cc726 cc726 cc
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