The Ariens ARROW E 48 is a commercial battery stand-on mower built for sites where agility, quick mounting and low noise matter just as much as cut quality. It shares the same FusionCore battery system as the ZENITH E range, giving you genuine all-day capability with simple pack swaps.
Suffolk Mowers recommends the ARROW E 48 for contractors, councils and estates that need a compact, highly manoeuvrable 48″ machine for obstacle-heavy areas. It cuts like a full-size zero-turn, but the stand-on layout keeps operators fast, alert and comfortable across mixed terrains.
What the ARROW E 48 Is Known For
The ARROW E 48 is built for contractors who spend their days weaving through benches, trees, fences and street furniture. It’s the most agile commercial electric mower in the Ariens line-up, giving you the same FusionCore battery system as the ZENITH E but in a compact stand-on format that saves time in tight spaces. Operators stay upright, alert and able to step off instantly, which is a clear advantage on busy sites or areas with constant obstacles.
Who It’s Designed For
- Grounds teams working parks, schools, leisure sites and estates with a lot of start–stop mowing.
- Contractors handling smaller, broken-up lawns where a sit-on machine becomes awkward.
- Mixed electric fleets already running ZENITH E units and wanting battery compatibility.
- Operators who prefer upright posture and quick dismounts over long sessions in a seat.
- Sites with noise limits or public footfall where petrol machines cause complaints.
Strengths That Matter When You’re Earning
- Outstanding agility: shorter wheelbase and stand-on positioning give you precision control around tight landscaping features.
- All-day workflow: four FusionCore packs provide long cutting sessions, and you can swap in fresh batteries in seconds.
- Commercial deck build: the 122cm welded 4.5mm deck is tough enough for constant, multi-site work and handles rough ground well.
- Slip-clutch spindle protection: helps prevent damage when blades hit hard objects, reducing downtime and repair costs.
- Flexible working style: the platform folds up so you can run it as a walk-behind on slopes or under low branches.
- Clear operator visibility: stand-on posture gives an unrestricted view of obstacles and edges, improving accuracy.
- Quiet, low-emission operation: ideal for contracts involving public spaces, housing or care environments.
Compatible Accessories & Useful Upgrades
- Extra 4kWh FusionCore batteries – increase runtime or share across ZENITH E units.
- Off-board charger – charge four packs outside the machine, helpful for multi-crew days.
- Fast charger – cuts full charge time to around 5.3 hours.
- Mulch kit – improves clippings management on formal lawns.
- Semi-pneumatic and puncture-proof tyre options – reduce downtime from flats.
- LED light and beacon kits – useful for early starts and public areas.
Where It Sits in the Ariens Range
The ARROW E 48 sits below the ZENITH E 48 in footprint, but not in commercial intent. The ZENITH E is the sit-on choice for long, open stretches; the ARROW E is sharper, quicker and more nimble when the work is broken into smaller zones. Both use the same FusionCore packs, making them natural partners in commercial fleets. Compared to EDGE, IKON and APEX petrol models, the ARROW E is smaller, more agile and fully electric – built for professional teams, not homeowners.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 998301 |
| Power Type | 56V FusionCore Li-Ion swappable batteries |
| Battery Capacity | 4 × 4kWh (16kWh total) |
| Number of Batteries | 4 quick-change packs |
| Charge Time | Fast: approx. 5.3 hrs · Standard: approx. 11–12 hrs |
| Drive System | Brushless electric wheel motors with planetary reduction · 2 × 5kW max |
| Max Speed (Forward/Reverse) | 17.7 km/h / 8.9 km/h |
| Deck Type | Side discharge (mulching kit optional) |
| Deck Width | 122cm (48″) |
| Deck Material | 4.6mm welded steel |
| Deck Construction | Fabricated, welded |
| Deck Depth | 14cm |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
| Blade Drive | Direct electric drive · 3 × 3.5kW brushless spindle motors |
| Spindle Material | Forged aluminium |
| Spindle Protection | Slip-clutch system |
| Cutting Height Range | 3.8 – 12.7 cm (1.5″ – 5.0″) |
| Cutting Positions | 15 positions |
| Deck Lift System | Foot pedal + hand lever |
| Front Wheels | 13 × 6.5-6 semi-pneumatic |
| Rear Wheels | 20 × 10-10 |
| Driver Platform | Suspended, foldable |
| Controls | LED interface with diagnostics, hour counter and 2 USB ports |
| Length | 190 cm |
| Width | 157 cm with chute · 127 cm with mulch kit |
| Height | 117 cm |
| Weight | 546 kg |
| Warranty (Machine) | 5 years / 1,500 hours (no hour limit for first 2 years) |
| Warranty (Battery) | 3 years |

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