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Toro Groundsmaster® 3500-D Sidewinder Ride-on Mower

Model: 30807
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Toro Groundsmaster® 3500-D Sidewinder Ride-on Mower

Model: 30807
Toro

The Groundsmaster® 3500 Series is a revolutionary triplex rotary mower designed for superior performance trimming. The free-floating Contour™ Plus cutting decks allow mowing of undulating terrain without scalping. The powerful engine and exclusive traction drive system, gets the mowing job done quickly.

The Toro Series/Parallel™ traction drive system delivers consistent traction in any condition, including wet grass and uneven terrain, by maintaining power to two out of three wheels at all times, preventing tire slippage and damage. Sidewinder cutting units adjust 24 inches for optimal turf care by shifting tire tracks within the mowing path, while Contour™ Plus cutting technology enhances cut quality through air inlet pockets, an acceleration baffle, and a ground-following deck design with dual front and rear rollers for smooth operation on challenging slopes.

  • Superior Traction: Toro’s Series/Parallel™ traction drive system ensures consistent grip on wet grass and uneven terrain with its full-time 3-wheel drive.
  • Optimised Turf Care: Sidewinder cutting units minimise turf wear by shifting tire tracks within the mowing path, while Contour™ Plus technology delivers a superior cut quality.
  • Exceptional Maneuverability: The ground-following deck design with dual front and rear rollers allows for smooth operation on challenging terrain.
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Features

Close-up of a red mower deck showcasing the blade and free-floating design for uneven terrain

Scalp-Free Mowing

The ground-following design of each Contour™ Plus free-floating deck permits mowing the most challenging berms without scalping. Two front rollers and a rear roller allow the deck to smoothly pass over turf.

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Quality of Cut

The Contour™ Plus cutting technology takes quality of cut to a whole new level. Air inlet pockets keep the grass standing tall for the cleanest possible cut, while an acceleration baffle speeds clipping circulation and assures maximum power. A unique directional vane and modified discharge opening deliver even clipping dispersion. Optional mulching kit is available.

View of the Toro mower's operator controls, featuring a steering wheel and dashboard in red and black

Operator Comfort

Deluxe seat adjusts to let you customize your work environment and reduce fatigue. Plenty of space at the operators station paired with easy-to-read controls increases comfort. Plus the steering wheel tilts for steering preference.

Red ride-on mower with three cutting decks, designed for uneven terrain and superior trimming performance

Sidewinder® Cutting Unit System

Sidewinder cutting units shift left and right a total of 24 inches (61 cm). This allows the tire tracks to be shifted within the mowing path to reduce wear on the turf.

A rider maneuvers the Toro mower on a slope, showcasing its cutting decks and powerful design

Time Saving

Unlike any other mower on the market, the Groundsmaster® 3500-D allows you to be more productive. The 68" (173 cm) width-of-cut allows you to mow generous swaths, yet its compact size and the Sidewinder® system also allow you to make tight maneuvers in trim areas. Locations normally requiring two different machines can be handled by one.

Red ride-on mower navigating a grassy slope, showcasing its cutting deck and operator in action

Superior Traction

The unique Toro Series/Parallel™ traction drive system provides steady traction in all conditions, even in wet grass and over undulating terrain. Its full-time, 3-wheel drive system maintains power to two of the three wheels at all times, minimizing tire spinouts and scuffing.

Specifications

Air Filter Remote-mounted 5" Donaldson® air cleaner

Armrests Standard

Battery 12V

Blade Style/Type Rotary

Blade Type (Description) Combination Blades: 27" (68.6 cm) long, 2.5" (6.4 cm) wide, 0.25" (0.64 cm) thick

Cab Unit N/A

Controls Forward and reverse traction control pedals; mow/transport foot lever; hand activated parking brake; hand operated ignition key switch; tilt steering wheel lock; PTO switch; throttle; joystick control for deck raise and lower; cutting deck transport lock.

Cooling System Description Rear-mounted, cross flow 4-row radiator

Cup Holder Standard
Cutting Unit Accessories Mulching Kit, Sectional Roller, Roller Scraper Kit

Cutting Unit Lift/Lower Joystick control for deck raise and lower

Cutting Unit Type/Configuration Three Contour™ Plus 27" (69 cm), rear-discharge rotary with standard full-length striping rear rollers on each deck. Sidewinder® system allows all three decks to slide right and left 12" (30 cm) of center, 24" (61 cm) total travel. 68" (173 cm), standard and 72" (183 cm) optional. Deck overhang for trimming is 12" (30.5 cm) @ 68" (173 cm) width of cut and 14" (35 cm) @ 72" (183 cm). Overlap: 6.5" (16.5 cm) at standard width of cut.

Deck Construction 10-gauge steel constructed chambers with 12-gauge welded reinforcements. 1.5" (3.8 cm) square x 0.25" (0.6 cm) wall tube with 7-gauge side supports. Spindle support 3/16" (0.48 cm) high-strength steel and 10-gauge exterior channels.

Drivetrain Diesel

Electrical System 12-volt 585 CCA battery and 40 amp alternator

Engine Cooling Liquid Cooled

Fuel / Power Source Diesel / Biodiesel

Fuel Capacity 11 U.S. gal. (41.6 L)

Fuel Filter Fuel filter/water separator

Gauges/Instrumentation Fuel gauge and hour meter. Light cluster with check engine and charge indicator lights. Low engine oil pressure and high coolant temperature warning lights (high temperature safety shut off).

Ground Clearance 6" (15.3 cm)

Ground Following 6" (15.3 cm) anti-scalp cups on each blade.

Ground Speed - Forward 0 - 9 mph (0 - 14 km/h)

Ground Speed - Reverse 0 - 4 mph (0 - 6.4 km/h)

Height 76" (193 cm) with ROPS

Height of Cut Range 0.75" - 4" (1.9 cm - 10.2 cm) in 0.25" (0.6 cm) increments. 3-position 0.030" (0.08 cm) incremental calibration

Hydraulic Cylinders Open center, manual valves, gear pump hydraulic system

Hydraulic Fluid Capacity 3.5 U.S. gal. (13.2 L)

Hydraulic Fluid Type Toro PX™ Extended Life Hydraulic Fluid

Interlocks Traction pedal, operator presence in seat, PTO engage or disengage, and cutting deck mow or transport safety interlock switches. Parking break set prohibits movement through traction pedal.

Lighting Optional

Main Frame/Chassis Formed steel, welded steel and steel tubing

Max Slope Angle Refer to operator's manual.

Mowing Rate (Productivity) Up to 4.1 acres/hr (1.7 hectacres/hr)

Mowing Speed 0 - 6 mph (0 - 10 km/h)

Number of Blades 3

Oil Capacity 6.5 U.S. qt. (6.2 L)

Oil Cooler Description Single pass, aluminum side-by-side oil cooler/radiator, 6.3 fins per inch, serpentine fin profile, 6.5 quart (6.1 liter) capacity.

Optional Accessories Bimini Canvas Sunshade, LED Work Lights, Universal Sunshade (White or Red)

Overall Width 71.8” (182 cm) with standard 68” (173 cm) width of cut 75.8” (193 cm) with optional 72” (183 cm) width of cut

Parking/Service Brakes Dynamic through hydrostatic transmission service brake. Hand actuated over center, drum type parking brake.

Power Steering Yes

Power Train (Engine Description) Kubota® 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel. Power: 24.8 hp (18.5 kW) gross, at rated speed of 3000 rpm. Torque peak: 71.5 (52.7) Nm (lbs-ft) @ 2200 rpm. Displacement: 1123cc. EPA Tier IV Final and Stage V Compliant.

Product Length 116" (295 cm)

Rollers Standard full-length striping rear rollers on each deck

Safety/Operator Safety Two post ROPS, seat belt and slope indicator standard

Seat Two-piece premium commercial two-tone grey vinyl with two armrests, fore/aft adjustment

Sidewinder Yes

Spindle Assembly Ductile cast iron spindle housing. Dual greaseable tapered roller bearings. 1.25" (3.2 cm) diameter solid cold finished steel spindle shaft. Splined connection between spindle shaft and deck motor. Welded blade retainer plus anti-scalp cups.

Starting Key Start

Steering System Description Hydraulic power steering, tilt wheel

Tires - Front 20" x 12" - 10", 4-ply, Turf Tread

Tires - Rear 20" x 10" - 10", 4-ply, Turf Tread

Tool Box Standard

Traction Drive 3WD

Traction Drive (System) 3-wheel drive in mow and transport. Series/Parallel hydrostatic, closed-loop transmission provides infinitely variable ground speed in forward and reverse. Variable displacement piston type pump.

Transport Width 72.5" (184 cm)

Weight 2,110 lbs. (957 kg) with cutting units

Wheelbase 59.5" (151 cm)

Width of Cut 173 cm (68")

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