MoJack 45501 HDL500 Hydraulic Cylinder Lift Jack for Zero Turn Radius Riding Lawn Mower Maintenance and Repair - 500 Pound Lift Capacity with Locking Bar for Added Safety

What It Is

The MoJack 45501 HDL500 is a hydraulic cylinder lift jack designed to raise zero-turn riding mowers up to 500 lbs for maintenance—blade sharpening, deck cleaning, belt replacement—without needing a full lift or ramp.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Deck clearance: Requires a minimum 4.5-inch clearance between the ground and the mower’s frame or deck bottom. Measure your mower’s lowest point under the frame rails before buying.
• Mower type: Works on most zero-turn mowers (e.g., John Deere ZTrak, Cub Cadet Z-Force, Toro TimeCutter, Gravely, Bad Boy, Hustler) but not standard riding tractors or wide-diameter decks over 72 inches.
• Weight limit: 500 lbs max. Verify your mower’s curb weight (including fuel, blades, and accessories) is under that.
• OEM vs aftermarket: No special OEM adapters needed; the jack uses a universal lift pad that contacts the mower’s frame crossbar or deck support brackets. If your mower has a belly pan or low-hanging discharge chute, check that the pad clears them.
• Measurement check: Measure the distance from ground to the lift point (frame rail) with the mower on level ground. If it’s less than 4.5 inches, this jack won’t slide under.

Key Things to Know

• Hydraulic vs manual: The hydraulic cylinder provides smooth, controlled lifting with a foot pump—no cranking. But it’s slower than a scissor jack; plan for a few minutes per lift.
• Safety bar: The locking bar engages automatically once fully raised, preventing accidental lowering. Always engage it before crawling under—do not rely solely on the hydraulic cylinder.
• Assembly: Requires basic tool assembly (bolting the lift pad and handle). Most users report 20-30 minutes. No welding or drilling needed.
• Stability on uneven ground: The base is wide but not wheeled; it sits flat. On gravel or soft soil, place a plywood sheet under it to prevent tipping.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you do frequent blade sharpening or deck cleaning on a zero-turn mower under 500 lbs and want a stable, hands-free lift without a full vehicle jack. Skip it if your mower has less than 4.5 inches of ground clearance, weighs over 500 lbs, or you need portability for multiple mowers—this is a stationary, single-mower solution.