Dixon 5000 Series - Manual (Page 11)

SPECIFICATIONS
Model ZTR 5501
CHASSIS: 11 GA - rectangular tube
BODY: Two piece - made of rotational molded polyethylene. Front body contains
access panels for battery service and engine to mower deck belt removal. Rear
body tilts up to allow service on the entire drive system.
SEAT: Economically designed for operator comfort by use of high density closed cell
foam, contoured back rest and arm rests. Seat is adjustable fore and aft.
MOWER DECK: 12 GA stamped steel construction
3 blades combine for a 50" cut width
Cut height approximately 1.5" to 4.5" via 8 position lift handle
BLADE DRIVE: Electric clutch
DRIVE SYSTEM: Each rear wheel is independently driven by a Hydro-Gear BDU-10L Series 70
hydrostatic transmission. The hydrostatic transmissions, in turn, power a fully
enclosed Hydro-Gear gearbox.
ENGINE: 20 HP Kohler Magnum, Vertical Crankshaft, 4 -Cycle, Air Cooled, Gasoline, Twin
Cylinder Opposed, Aluminum Crankcase, Removable Cast Iron Cylinder Barrels,
Electronic Ignition, Full Pressure Lubrication.
STARTING SYSTEM: Electric by key switch operation with safety interlocks on parking brake and blade
drive clutch.
TIRES: Front 11 X 4 X 5 smooth profile
Rear 20 X 10 X 8 turf savers
RECOMMENDED Front 16-21 IDS .
TIRE PRESSURE: Rear 8-14 IDS .
CAPACITIES: Fuel - 4.8 gallons total (dual tanks)
Hydrostat oil tank - 3 quart with in-line 10 micron filter
Hydrostat oil recommendation, refer to page 40 Engine - 2
qts. SAE 30 (with filter)
DIMENSIONS: Width 60"
Height 45"
Length 72"
Weight 668 Ibs.
NOTE: Additional information provided in service instructions under the individual
component.
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
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