Also, Cub Cadet recently came out with their ZT2 mower which has the Hydro Gear 2800 transmissions and the 23 HP Kawasaki motor for under $4K. They're selling a *lot* of these.

https://www.cubcadet.com/en_US/view-all-riding-lawn-mowers/zt2-50/17RIEACO010.html