The Dixie Chopper Silver Eagle line of zero turn mowers is a line of commercial grade products with some high horsepower motor options. Choose from a Kawasaki FX engine with up to 27 hp or a fuel-efficient 27 hp Kohler EFI. Their premiere Silver Eagle model features a new 72-inch Elite X Deck system featuring Dixie Chopper's X-blade technology and blade overlap.
The Dixie Chopper Silver Eagle Series Zero-Turn Mowers cut and mulch. For improved mulching performance, Dixie Chopper's Silver Eagle Zero-Turn Mower is available with twisting blades. When added to an existing X-Blade, the Twist Blade creates the double-cutting action needed to cover grass. Its mower drivetrain features a Hydro-Gear 12cc pump and a Parker DG240 wheel motor.
These Dixie Chopper Silver Eagle Series zero-turn mowers offer a unique deck spindle kit that combines a commercial spindle with a cooling fan to keep operating temperatures down. This cools the belt and spindle while keeping the deck top clean and free of debris. The top-end model in the line, the 2772EFI, mows 6.4 acres per hour. Fuel capacity is 8 gallons.
These mowers also have a handy lever on the right side that lets you raise and lower the discharge chute at will, allowing you to get around narrow obstacles when needed. The front Springer forks (60- and 72-inch decks) actually do a lot to reduce the harsh vibrations inherent in high-speed zero-turning.
Structurally, the top plate is made of 7-gauge steel, bolted to 2-inch square welded tubing rather than welded. The cutting height is adjustable from 1.5 – 4.5 inches and the manual lift platform raises or lowers in 1/4 inch increments. Everything on this Dixie Chopper Zero Turn is solid, with many made from available cast iron or stainless steel.
"This engine is designed to help commercial cutters do the toughest jobs while reducing downtime and minimizing fuel costs."
– Mark Johansen, Marketing Director, Kohler Engines
Dixie Chopper Silver Eagle Series Zero-Turn Mower Key Features
- Motor: Kawasaki FX engine (up to 27 HP) or Kohler EFI engine
- Deck: 50″, 60″ and 72″ Elite X deck
- Coverage: Up to 6.4 acres per hour
- Overlay option with Twist blade
- Drivetrain: Hydraulic gear pump and Parker wheel motor
- Standard commercial deck spindle with cooling fan
- Shock: Springer fork (standard on 60" and 72" decks)
- OCDC chute opens and closes discharge chute on command
- Fuel Capacity: 8 gallons
- Warranty: 5-year full warranty, 3-year engine warranty up to 600H limited
The Dixie Chopper Silver Eagle line of zero turn mowers comes in 5 base models: 2550KW, 2750EFI, 2760KW, 2760EFI, 2772KW and 2772EFI. Here's how they break down:
Dixie Chopper Silver Eagle Series Zero Turn Models:
- 2550KW – 25hp Kawasaki FX engine, 50″ deck
- 2750EFI – 27hp Kohler EFI engine, 50″ deck
- 2760KW – 27hp Kawasaki FX engine, 60″ deck
- 2760EFI – 27hp Kohler EFI engine, 60″ deck
- 2772KW – 27hp Kawasaki FX engine, 72″ deck
- 2772EFI – 27hp Kohler EFI engine, 72″ deck
Dixie Choppers are known for their cutting speed (they cut at about 11 mph on the ground). Blade speed between 17,399 and 17,875 fpm. Newer models like the Altoz XC610Z Zero Turn are running for their money (literally). These models are expected to start at just under $8,500.
To learn more about the Dixie Chopper Silver Eagle line of zero-turn mowers, visit their website.