I have never had or used a traditional zero turn, but I do own a RZT-S. This, from a service manual, will explain how they work: "The RZT-S combines a traditional RZT lap bar zero turn rider (ZTR) with Cub Cadet’s patented Syncro SteerTM technology.
The magic of the system: variable ratio steering gears that turn the front wheels much further than conventional systems. The steering control is linked to the traction drive system control. The traction drive system synchronizes the steering angle of the front tires with the speed and direction of rotation of the rear tires.
A true zero-turn maneuver is achieved when the operator turns the steering wheel far enough that the inside rear wheel spins in reverse just like a traditional lap-bar controlled ZTR."
They are NOT true zero turn, the tightest turn will leave an untouched circle in the rotation. The Hydro-Gear transmissions might be ok for a city size lot but are not tough enough for mowing a few acres weekly. I always thought the Raven mowers were a good idea, gas/electric (hybrid), all wheel drive.
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