Why buy the Ariens APEX 48 48″ Zero-Turn Mower?
- Powerful and reliable Kawasaki® FR691 726cc V-Twin engine
- Commercial-grade 48″ (122cm) fabricated deck made of 10-gauge steel
- Industry-leading, fully welded tubular steel frame for maximum durability
- High-back plush seat with padded armrests for superior operator comfort
- Foot-operated, spring-assisted deck lift with 15 cutting positions (3.8 – 12.7cm)
- Hydro-Gear® ZT-3100 transaxles for smooth and responsive control
The Ariens APEX 48 is a semi-professional zero-turn mower engineered for service providers, grounds maintenance teams, and owners of large properties who mow frequently. It combines top-tier components, including a powerful Kawasaki engine and robust drive system, with an excellent price-performance ratio, making it a leading choice in the ride-on lawn mower category.
Powered by a Kawasaki FR691 726 cm³ V-Twin engine and featuring a wide 122 cm (48″) cutting deck, the APEX 48 is perfectly suited for efficiently maintaining medium to large-sized areas. Its zero-turn capability makes it exceptionally manoeuvrable around obstacles and effective on contoured or undulating surfaces. The standard side-discharge function can be converted for mulching with an optional kit.
Commercial-Grade Construction and Performance
The foundation of the APEX 48 is its industry-leading, fully welded tubular steel frame. This advanced construction provides the skeleton of the mower, bearing the entire load and withstanding shocks and vibrations for long-term reliability, avoiding the weak points often found in bolted frames.
Its ENVY™ mower deck is a heavily loaded component built for stability and performance. Fabricated from 10-gauge (3.6 mm) steel, the 14cm (5½”) deep deck features improved airflow and an enlarged discharge opening. This design lifts grass more effectively for a perfect cut. It is mounted with a 4-point suspension for permanent parallelism and features blade spindles made from forged aluminium, which run cooler and are more resistant to impact than cast alternatives.
Operator Comfort and Precise Control
Long mowing sessions are made more comfortable with the APEX series’ focus on ergonomics. It features new steering levers that fit perfectly in the hand for effortless control, alongside a thickly padded, high-back seat with padded armrests. The operator position is also adjustable, ensuring maximum comfort throughout the working day. Raising and lowering the solid cutting deck is achieved effortlessly via a foot pedal, with a simple metal plug system allowing the operator to select one of 15 cutting heights between 3.8 cm and 12.7 cm.
Engineered for Reliability and Easy Maintenance
Ariens has incorporated its automatic Constant Belt Tension (CBT) technology, which keeps the mower deck’s belt tension constant at all times. This system increases the service life of the belt, compensates for wear, and prevents slippage, ensuring a consistently high-quality cutting pattern. Maintenance is also simplified, with an access panel providing easy entry to the top of the mowing deck for cleaning and servicing. Thanks to the CBT system, changing a belt is a quick and straightforward task.
As an established, authorised UK dealer for Ariens, Sims Garden Machinery has over 100 years of experience in the industry. When you purchase an Ariens APEX 48 from us, you’re not just buying a machine in a box. It will be fully assembled and prepared by our trained mechanics in our workshop through a Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI). For customers in the Warwickshire, Worcestershire, and Gloucestershire areas, this includes free personal delivery to your door and a comprehensive handover demonstration by our trained sales staff to ensure you are comfortable and confident with your new mower. This level of service, along with after-sales support from our Stratford-upon-Avon showroom, guarantees a superior buying experience.
Expand Your Mower’s Capabilities
A wide range of optional accessories is available to enhance the functionality of the APEX 48. These include a mulching kit for returning fine clippings to the lawn, a striping kit for a professional striped finish, and a trailer hitch kit for towing attachments. For enhanced safety and comfort, an optional ROPS (Rollover Protection Structure), full suspension seat kit, and suspension forks kit are also available. Please contact our team for details on these and other accessories.
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Technical Specification
| Model Number | 991324 |
|---|---|
| Engine | Kawasaki® FR691 V-Twin OHV |
| Engine Displacement | 726 cm³ |
| Drive System | Hydro-Gear® ZT-3100 Transaxles |
| Maximum Engine Power | 15.5 kW / 20.8 hp @ 3,600 rpm |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.3 l |
| Max. Speed Forward / Backward | 12.9 km/h / 6.4 km/h (8 mph / 4 mph) |
| Deck Type | 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 |
| Spindles drive | V-belt |
| Spindle Clutch | Electric Ogura® |
| Cutting Width | 122 cm (48″) |
| Cutting Heights | 3.8 cm – 12.7 cm (1.5″ – 5.0″) |
| Cutting Positions | 15 |
| Front Wheels | 13 x 6.5-6 |
| Rear Wheels | 22 x 10-12 |
| Seat | High back premium w/ padded armrests, adjustable |
| ROPS Rollover Protection | Optional |
| Hour Meter | Standard |
| Weight | 375 kg |
| Length | 201 cm |
| Width | 160 cm (w/ chute) / 130 cm (w/ mulch kit) |
| Height | 120 cm |
| Limited Warranty Machine | 4 years / 500 hrs. |
Why buy from Sims Garden Machinery?
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Our team are trained mechanics and product specialists, so you get honest, practical advice based on how you’ll actually use the machine.
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We’re a long-standing independent dealer with deep roots in the local area — built on reputation, repeat customers, and word of mouth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Ariens APEX 48 best suited for?
The Ariens APEX 48 is designed for semi-professional and heavy-duty domestic use. It’s ideal for professional landscapers, grounds maintenance contractors, and owners of large estates or properties with medium to large lawns (over an acre), including those with some undulations or obstacles that require high manoeuvrability.
What is the cutting width and what type of deck does the APEX 48 have?
The APEX 48 features a 122cm (48-inch) side-discharge ENVY™ cutting deck. It is a fabricated (welded) deck, not stamped, made from heavy-duty 10-gauge steel for superior durability. It also uses a 4-point suspension system for stability and a consistent cut.
Can I mulch with the Ariens APEX 48?
Yes, mulching is available as an optional extra. A dedicated mulching kit can be fitted to the side-discharge deck. This kit closes off the side discharge opening and uses special baffles to finely shred grass clippings and return them to the lawn as a natural fertiliser.
What kind of warranty comes with this mower?
The Ariens APEX 48 is backed by a comprehensive 4-year or 500-hour limited warranty, whichever comes first, providing excellent peace of mind for your investment.
Does this mower come ready to use?
Absolutely. When you purchase from Sims Garden Machinery, our trained mechanics perform a full Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) to ensure your mower is assembled correctly, tested, and ready to cut grass. For local customers, we also offer free delivery and a full handover demonstration to ensure you are completely confident with its operation and features.
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