Ariens SUMMIT PRO 348 48″ Commercial Zero-Turn Mower

The Ariens SUMMIT PRO 348 is the compact member of the Summit family, built for contractors who need a genuine commercial zero-turn in places a 60″ or 72″ machine simply won’t go. Its 48″ ENVY-Pro deck, Kawasaki FX801V engine and Parker HTJ hydros give the SUMMITPRO 348 the same hard-use pedigree as the larger models, just in a tighter, easier-to-place package.

Within the Ariens range, the SUMMIT PRO 348 sits above machines like APEX and ZENITH for build strength, and below the bigger SUMMIT PRO 352, 360, 560 and 572 in outright width and output. It’s the go-to choice when you want full Summit durability and daily reliability, but your work is in narrower, more structured grounds where access, manoeuvrability and clean presentation matter most.

What the SUMMIT PRO 348 Is Best Known For

The SUMMIT PRO 348 is the compact commercial option in the Summit line — a 48″ zero-turn built for sites where access is tight, layouts are structured and a big deck becomes a liability. Despite being the smallest Summit model, it carries the same welded chassis, forged aluminium spindles and deep ENVY-Pro deck found on every higher Summit machine, giving it long service life and a clean cut even on challenging ground.

Who It’s Designed For

• Contractors managing schools, estates, caravan parks and landscaped areas
• Grounds teams needing a smaller footprint for gateways and tree-lined sections
• Operators working with mixed terrain where larger decks risk scalping
• Fleets needing a dependable “go anywhere” commercial unit

Strengths That Matter Day-to-Day

• True commercial build – same chassis, engine family, hydrostats and deck construction as the bigger Summit models.
• Compact 48″ deck – cleaner manoeuvring around obstacles and easier access through narrow points.
• Parker HTJ hydrostats – smooth control with fewer components to maintain.
• Puncture-proof 15″ front wheels – no downtime from flats or pressure loss.
• Mechanical suspension seat – weight-adjustable with lumbar and arm support for long commercial shifts.

Positioning Within the Ariens Range

The SUMMIT PRO 348 sits at the entry point of the Summit series, offering the same heavy-duty engineering as the 352 and 360 but in a narrower width. Compared with the 560 and 572, it trades outright acreage output for the agility needed in structured or space-restricted grounds. It stands well above APEX and ZENITH models in build strength, making it the compact choice for teams that still want full commercial durability.

Compatible Accessories

• Mulching kit – creates defined mulching chambers inside the ENVY-Pro deck.
• Striping kit – adds presentation stripes for sports and formal lawns.
• Bar-tyre kit – improves traction on wet or soft ground.
• Front and rear Tweels – puncture-proof with long service life and smoother ride.
• Electric deck lift – push-button adjustment in place of the pedal system.
• Operator-controlled chute – control throw distance during cutting.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions About Ariens SUMMIT PRO 348