This is like a dream mower, come true. If only it had a small vanguard with a tiny oil guard system ... that would be so sweet!!! But the bagging system is amazing on this machine. It fills my desire to replace the Honda(HRX217HXA) and not have to get a big, heavy, expensive 36” mower. Just got to wrap the truck in olive drab to match the trailer....🤔
I just purchased this kit. I have a non caster model. The hole is already there from the factory on mine, which had me super confused when i was reading the drilling instructions. My kit came with one high lift blade, and came with the counterweight. I had a quikchute on it, but was tired of the piles along the back edge of it when i closed it and having to make an extra pass with it open to get rid of it. Then i considered the mulch kit. That too abolishes the point for the quikchute, and mulching means mowing more or you'll have fuzz on top of the grass all the time. I have a constant battle year round with leaves and my grass grows so fast i can hear it lol. So, i removed the quikchute, applied the bagger, and im more than happy. The yard looks like it been vacuumed and the amount of stuff you dump out, shows just how much crap is in your yard when you side discharge. My main question is though... the angled bezzel on the left hand side, that allows debris to fly out. As soon as i empty the bag, and start mowing, clippings are flying out of it. What is the purpose of that slot? I mean the bag is mesh, so it shouldn't be a "vent".... I have a 48" Ferris stand on, i removed the quikchute off of it the same day and put a GrassCatcher on it. Highly recommend it too. Now what to do with two Quikchutes that only made 4 trips around the yard each...
Great video mate I can see that mower been big in America here in Ireland that collection system won't work our grass is damp and very heavy it would choke that system up but for ye in the states it's a winner
Thanks for the video. How are those front casters holding up? I’ve read some complaints on Ferris’s website about some people damaged the front caster.
Looks like it works really well, at first I didn't think the bag held that much, but when you dumped it out, it looked like a decent amount. I still can't justify the almost $500.00 price tag. I'll use my honda hrx to bag when needed. Was the weight sold seperate? and if so how much? I'd like to keep the front planted more while going up my front hill.
$485 seems about right for this level of metal fab, the hose is about $100+ ( just buying it wholesale) then the other stuff.. and the benifits.. and what you could charge on clean ups vs having to get a bigger machine... this seems like a dream answer to a lot of bottlenecks in cutting laws ( small) and having to collect up pine straw, leaves .. whatever .. sure you can do it in on your 21” Honda.. but this cuts at least 35% off that . And the hydro system is commercial grade... this mower is gonna be a super start
This is the 30” mower I have been looking for. That is perfect for my 1/2 acre lawn, how does it mulch? Reminds me of the original Snapper Hi-Vac ride on mower as a walk behind!
HandyGuy 2016 ....Thank you for the reply, I have a JD S240 42 inch deck, problem is that while it’s great at bagging at 3.25 it’s not great at mulching. I have been looking to add a mower exclusively for mulching. This looks like it will fit that need. Thank you for all the videos you have made available. It’s for my personal lawn, not a side business.
Great video, I'm curious which is the better bagging system this or the aluminium cages ? Which system holds more, can you use this system with the quick chute, I would love to see a video testing this, as the Ferris is going to be my next upgrade
@@HandyGuy2016 Am I right in thinking that the side mount catchers can be used with the quick chute, and also they are easier to take on and off to be able to get thru a smaller gate way ? I'm looking to see if the side mount catchers are available in the UK or if I will have to get one shipped over
How does it handle once the bag is full? Do you need counter weights or anything? I run twoToro Turfmasters because we do small properties but this machine looks a lot better suited for what we do. We also cut 99% Bermuda and they have a hard time even taking off 1/2 inch at a time. They bog down quite a bit.
I need something larger for my yard. My 21" Honda just takes too long. I don't want too large a machine taking up too much garage space. Was looking at the 30" Toro but I really like this or the Snapper SW15. Price aside, is this mower that much larger than the Toro 30" ??? How does it mulch with the mulching option (if you've used it) ??? I don't mind spending the money as I'll have it for 20 year's. Thanks.
How easy is it to remove the part that goes on the deck? Seems like this eliminates the purpose of the mower; smaller footprint that can fit through smaller gates. You’re now wider but much slower than a 36 walk behind.
Did Ferris supply you with a parts list for the bagger install? If so what’s the part # for the front weight? Like you mentioned for a single hydro it can pop a wheelie easily.
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I’m thinking of getting the mulch kit but also the bagger. Are they easy and quick to change out? Like on the fly. Have some customers like theirs bagged. Or would you recommend one more than the other?
It's not quick to switch from mulching to bagging and the factory bagger is not all that great anyway. If you are using the mulch kit, that would eliminate the need for a bagger. If a bagger is a must, don't get the mulch kit, just get an Accelerator type bagger.
Any thoughts on one of these vs a Ferris FW25 36"? I've round an FW25 with 135hrs on it for $3800, so same price as an FW15. My yard is about .5 acres of grass.
How about wet grass? I need a smaller mower but my contingency is a bagger, and the biggest mower I can get with a bagger that can still fit a gate is what I’m looking for, I already made the mistake of getting a 36” walk behind, too small for big jobs and too big for small jobs, and 50/50 on gate access
@@HandyGuy2016 well I'm for sure gonna get the bagger now,you have convinced me lol,ferris better send you a kick back for all these awesome reviews you do
How is the suction when the unit is set at the highest cutting height? I mow at 4.5 to 5 inches and do not bag clippings. Does it come with high-lift blades?
I cut at that height also, and it works great. The stock blades are a medium/high lift. You can get an ultra high lift that works better when cutting high.
@@HandyGuy2016 Fantastic. Thank you! I hope to go look at this unit this week and buy it. It's expensive, but with my 5 inch cutting height requirement and the mostly favorable reviews of the FW15, am going to take the plunge. This is being purchased for residential use an about an acre lawn. I want the caster wheels and the bagging kit. Don't need or want the mulching kit.
Just ordered a new FW15 with the bagging kit and high-lift blades. Total cost about $3,500 from Kohler Equipment in Richmond, VA. Delivery sometime next week. Excited to try this thing out. The Cadillac of walk-behinds.
It's the factory bagger. I would recommend going with an Accelerator type bagger, the factory bagger isn't great. Check out my other videos on the FW 15, I go into more detail about the pros and cons of the Bagger.
Is this identical to the Snapper Pro SW 15 ??? I'm looking to buy this model and they both look identical. What's price ??? How much for the mulching option ???
Handyman 2016 I do have one question for you.. I long is the mower bagger and without? I operate locally in my neighborhood and I operate locally in my side by side... I'm trying to see if I could get away with not using my trailer by putting in the bed of my vehicle
if you put organic fertilser like dynamic lifer like pellet or granules on your lawn thick as before rain your lawn will thicken up and it become great also check no insects are feeding on grass spray with incecticides maybe once a month im not of products america has avalible i use yates dynamic lifter and like , bayer confidor or yates baythriod for spraying , do this and you have best lawn in the street
yes your lawn soil is lacking organics , it looks sandy , try to build with only organic ferilser , and you be laughing , throw it on thick as till it washes onto soil dont catch grass till its done also dont mulch grass and leave it the nitrogen in grass clippings burns the grass under neath as it decomposes
The first oil change is quite a mess. No real good way to do it without oil going all over the place. Added the Drainzit drain tube with 20mm thread. Will be much more enjoyable next time around
I regret but this mower , just because the bagging sistem. Please before buying this think 3 o 4 times mower works great buy is you planing bagging this don’t work at all
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Thank you!
This is like a dream mower, come true. If only it had a small vanguard with a tiny oil guard system ... that would be so sweet!!! But the bagging system is amazing on this machine. It fills my desire to replace the Honda(HRX217HXA) and not have to get a big, heavy, expensive 36” mower. Just got to wrap the truck in olive drab to match the trailer....🤔
I just purchased this kit. I have a non caster model. The hole is already there from the factory on mine, which had me super confused when i was reading the drilling instructions. My kit came with one high lift blade, and came with the counterweight.
I had a quikchute on it, but was tired of the piles along the back edge of it when i closed it and having to make an extra pass with it open to get rid of it. Then i considered the mulch kit. That too abolishes the point for the quikchute, and mulching means mowing more or you'll have fuzz on top of the grass all the time.
I have a constant battle year round with leaves and my grass grows so fast i can hear it lol. So, i removed the quikchute, applied the bagger, and im more than happy. The yard looks like it been vacuumed and the amount of stuff you dump out, shows just how much crap is in your yard when you side discharge.
My main question is though... the angled bezzel on the left hand side, that allows debris to fly out. As soon as i empty the bag, and start mowing, clippings are flying out of it. What is the purpose of that slot? I mean the bag is mesh, so it shouldn't be a "vent"....
I have a 48" Ferris stand on, i removed the quikchute off of it the same day and put a GrassCatcher on it. Highly recommend it too.
Now what to do with two Quikchutes that only made 4 trips around the yard each...
It's a vent hole. The mesh also lets air through, but as the bagger fills it needs more air flow.
Cool vid, I was just looking at these on line
Super clean and easy I like
That thing is awesome!
Thanks for sharing. I been considering buying this model
I don't regret it 🙂
Nice. Thanks for showing
Not many product I would call a game changer, but this is one. It looks and cuts like a rockstar.
Nice looking mower
Thanks I wanted to see the bag. Iam done with my toro 30. This thing is awesome
Thanks for sharing!!!
Great video mate I can see that mower been big in America here in Ireland that collection system won't work our grass is damp and very heavy it would choke that system up but for ye in the states it's a winner
I would love to visit Ireland, thanks for watching!
@@HandyGuy2016 no problem mate ur more than welcome over here
Thanks for the video.
Even though it is a side bagger design, the simplicity of removing and replacing the boot and hose is a giant plus.
It's really a solid design for the size of the mower.
Thanks For Sharing this information I did not know that system Made a bagon system
Thanks for the video. How are those front casters holding up? I’ve read some complaints on Ferris’s website about some people damaged the front caster.
I have read that also, but I have not had any issues.
Awesome video. That mower cost more then my 2004 gmc 2500hd 6.0 lmaoooooo
Looks like it works really well, at first I didn't think the bag held that much, but when you dumped it out, it looked like a decent amount. I still can't justify the almost $500.00 price tag. I'll use my honda hrx to bag when needed. Was the weight sold seperate? and if so how much? I'd like to keep the front planted more while going up my front hill.
Weight came with the kit, but it may be available seperately.
$485 seems about right for this level of metal fab, the hose is about $100+ ( just buying it wholesale) then the other stuff.. and the benifits.. and what you could charge on clean ups vs having to get a bigger machine... this seems like a dream answer to a lot of bottlenecks in cutting laws ( small) and having to collect up pine straw, leaves .. whatever .. sure you can do it in on your 21” Honda.. but this cuts at least 35% off that . And the hydro system is commercial grade... this mower is gonna be a super start
Seems like a really nice mower. How much was the bagger with front weight
$485
This is the 30” mower I have been looking for. That is perfect for my 1/2 acre lawn, how does it mulch?
Reminds me of the original Snapper Hi-Vac ride on mower as a walk behind!
It mulches great and it's actually a 32" cut.
HandyGuy 2016 ....Thank you for the reply, I have a JD S240 42 inch deck, problem is that while it’s great at bagging at 3.25 it’s not great at mulching. I have been looking to add a mower exclusively for mulching. This looks like it will fit that need. Thank you for all the videos you have made available. It’s for my personal lawn, not a side business.
@@smokestack9795 This mower should be just what you are needing, thanks for watching 😊
Great video, I'm curious which is the better bagging system this or the aluminium cages ? Which system holds more, can you use this system with the quick chute, I would love to see a video testing this, as the Ferris is going to be my next upgrade
The side mount catchers hold more, they just make the mower wider for gates.
@@HandyGuy2016 Am I right in thinking that the side mount catchers can be used with the quick chute, and also they are easier to take on and off to be able to get thru a smaller gate way ? I'm looking to see if the side mount catchers are available in the UK or if I will have to get one shipped over
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How does it handle once the bag is full? Do you need counter weights or anything? I run twoToro Turfmasters because we do small properties but this machine looks a lot better suited for what we do. We also cut 99% Bermuda and they have a hard time even taking off 1/2 inch at a time. They bog down quite a bit.
It's balanced pretty good, but weight could easily be added to the front if need be.
How is the power? Like I said we cut Bermuda, and when it’s thick it really works our mowers.
@@WilliamsFamilyLawnCare it's pretty powerful, it would take a lot to bog it down.
I need something larger for my yard. My 21" Honda just takes too long. I don't want too large a machine taking up too much garage space. Was looking at the 30" Toro but I really like this or the Snapper SW15. Price aside, is this mower that much larger than the Toro 30" ??? How does it mulch with the mulching option (if you've used it) ??? I don't mind spending the money as I'll have it for 20 year's. Thanks.
I'm using the mulch kit this year and I really like it, it's a great mower in all areas.
@@HandyGuy2016 great to hear. Mulching kit is reasonable too. Thank you!!!!
How easy is it to remove the part that goes on the deck? Seems like this eliminates the purpose of the mower; smaller footprint that can fit through smaller gates. You’re now wider but much slower than a 36 walk behind.
It lifts right off.
Want this setup so bad plus the fact it looks like a Ferrari Lolol
hey bud how old is Thor and what breed is he man's best friend a true pal like him can't be beat love the mower it's awesome can't wait to use mine
He past away at 14 last year. English Bulldog
Did Ferris supply you with a parts list for the bagger install? If so what’s the part # for the front weight? Like you mentioned for a single hydro it can pop a wheelie easily.
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First cut with my new FW 15 I have the grass catcher on it can’t hardly tell when you engage the blades so quiet is yours like that?
Yeah, it's not bad at all.
I’m thinking of getting the mulch kit but also the bagger. Are they easy and quick to change out? Like on the fly. Have some customers like theirs bagged. Or would you recommend one more than the other?
It's not quick to switch from mulching to bagging and the factory bagger is not all that great anyway. If you are using the mulch kit, that would eliminate the need for a bagger. If a bagger is a must, don't get the mulch kit, just get an Accelerator type bagger.
HandyGuy 2016 awesome thank you! I’ll look into the accelerator’s.
Nice video, what are the differences between the Ferris FW15 and the Snapper SW15? Lastly, can you get a front mount law dethatcher attachment for it?
I don't know anything about the SW 15, and not that I am aware of.
@@HandyGuy2016 thanks
I watched a video from a seller down in Georgia who said the only difference is the decals
Any thoughts on one of these vs a Ferris FW25 36"? I've round an FW25 with 135hrs on it for $3800, so same price as an FW15. My yard is about .5 acres of grass.
From what i have heard, they are the same mower.
How about wet grass? I need a smaller mower but my contingency is a bagger, and the biggest mower I can get with a bagger that can still fit a gate is what I’m looking for, I already made the mistake of getting a 36” walk behind, too small for big jobs and too big for small jobs, and 50/50 on gate access
It's not great on wet grass.
Best 30" class walk mower made. Id love to have one but holy cow they are pricey!
How much are these mowers going for??
Chris Finney 3K
Milogranite is great for bouncing back a sun burned yard,I hit my yard with it a month ago and it's back to being a real nice green
That stuff is awesome!
@@HandyGuy2016 well I'm for sure gonna get the bagger now,you have convinced me lol,ferris better send you a kick back for all these awesome reviews you do
Does the fw15 have any grease able points?
@@legioncollector4218 the spindles
@@HandyGuy2016 perfect
Are you paid or sponsored by Ferris? Or did you purchase this mower as we would? Just curious....looking for transparency. Thanks for the content.
Absolutely, I understand 💯. I'm not sponsored by Ferris or Briggs and Stratton. Purchased all my equipment for my personal business use.
@@HandyGuy2016 ...you have my respect.
Can I add a sulky to this or no? Still deciding btw this or the new proline.
I don't know, it would only work on flat ground I would guess.
How is the suction when the unit is set at the highest cutting height? I mow at 4.5 to 5 inches and do not bag clippings. Does it come with high-lift blades?
I cut at that height also, and it works great. The stock blades are a medium/high lift. You can get an ultra high lift that works better when cutting high.
@@HandyGuy2016 Fantastic. Thank you! I hope to go look at this unit this week and buy it. It's expensive, but with my 5 inch cutting height requirement and the mostly favorable reviews of the FW15, am going to take the plunge. This is being purchased for residential use an about an acre lawn. I want the caster wheels and the bagging kit. Don't need or want the mulching kit.
Just ordered a new FW15 with the bagging kit and high-lift blades. Total cost about $3,500 from Kohler Equipment in Richmond, VA. Delivery sometime next week. Excited to try this thing out.
The Cadillac of walk-behinds.
@@AlexanderCrump you will enjoy it.
Hey Bud, what the part number of the high lift blades for the FW15?
5108135
HandyGuy 2016 thanks Bro
What’s better ? The side mount or this bagger ?
I like the side catcher, but if you are going to bag only, the factory bagger is nice.
Where did you get that bagger from?
It's the factory bagger. I would recommend going with an Accelerator type bagger, the factory bagger isn't great. Check out my other videos on the FW 15, I go into more detail about the pros and cons of the Bagger.
Look huge. They need redesign the bag
Is this identical to the Snapper Pro SW 15 ??? I'm looking to buy this model and they both look identical. What's price ??? How much for the mulching option ???
I'm not sure, as I have not looked at the SW 15 yet. This mower runs about $2800 and the mulch kit is an extra $100.
@@HandyGuy2016, awesome. Thanks. The SW 15 looks EXACTLY the same. I can't find a difference other than the stickers.
Own by the same company
What is the part number for the bagger/ grass catcher and where to buy it?
You have to order it through a Ferris Dealer, they will have the part number.
Yeah I'm actually going tomorrow to pick up my first fw15 I'm going to get it with the caster wheels and bagger after taxes at ran me 3900
Handyman 2016 I do have one question for you.. I long is the mower bagger and without? I operate locally in my neighborhood and I operate locally in my side by side... I'm trying to see if I could get away with not using my trailer by putting in the bed of my vehicle
Are these still available? Back order everything. I want one!
Yes they are as far as I know.
What brand shirt are you wearing
Hanes Cool Dri
Do you have a link to this grass catcher?
It's the factory bagger sold by Ferris
if you put organic fertilser like dynamic lifer like pellet or granules on your lawn thick as before rain your lawn will thicken up and it become great also check no insects are feeding on grass spray with incecticides maybe once a month im not of products america has avalible i use yates dynamic lifter and like , bayer confidor or yates baythriod for spraying , do this and you have best lawn in the street
Appreciate the advice 🙂
yes your lawn soil is lacking organics , it looks sandy , try to build with only organic ferilser , and you be laughing , throw it on thick as till it washes onto soil dont catch grass till its done also dont mulch grass and leave it the nitrogen in grass clippings burns the grass under neath as it decomposes
Can you provide a link to buy one I have fw15 as well
You will need to purchase it through your dealership.
Can you take the bag off without spilling it all over? It looks awkward. They should have had it load from the side where the handle isn't in the way.
Yes, it's not as awkward as it looks.
What is the top speed of this mower?
Faster than I can speed walk, but not sure of the mph.
4mph
4 MPH
Where do you get the bagger from? And how much is it?
From a Ferris Dealer, and around $280.
@@HandyGuy2016 cool! is that mounting bracket and the catcher?
@@leegeorge3263 it's the full kit - Bagger, hose, deck attachment, blades, and front weight.
@@HandyGuy2016 thank you! Going 2 go buy me one. :-)
@@leegeorge3263 I have only had one issue with it. It doesn't do great on wet/damp grass/leaves, other than that it's great.
Did you get front weight?
The front weight that comes with the bagger.
@@HandyGuy2016
Does it come with bagger
@@kevinleese8325 yes
The first oil change is quite a mess. No real good way to do it without oil going all over the place. Added the Drainzit drain tube with 20mm thread. Will be much more enjoyable next time around
Where did you get it from? Do you have a link or part number possibly?
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I regret but this mower , just because the bagging sistem.
Please before buying this think 3 o 4 times mower works great buy is you planing bagging this don’t work at all
Copy that
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