{"product_id":"1015-1081r-powertrain-1","title":"Hydro-Gear 1015-1081R ZT-5400 Hydrostatic Transaxle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial-grade drive power packaged as a complete integrated transaxle.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Hydro-Gear \u003cstrong\u003e1015-1081R\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs to the ZT-5400 powertrain family, built for demanding zero-turn applications where controlled ground speed, durability, and serviceability matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe complete number—and especially the \u003cstrong\u003eR configuration suffix\u003c\/strong\u003e—must be preserved when matching. A similar ZT-5400 unit may be intended for the opposite side or use different axle, brake, control, input, gearing, or mounting details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA heavy-duty transaxle is part of a matched machine system. Installing the wrong configuration can create fitment, control-direction, tracking, or drivetrain problems even when the housings look alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydro-Gear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart \/ build code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1015-1081R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct family\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZT-5400 integrated hydrostatic powertrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration marker\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR suffix; verify the required side and orientation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommercial zero-turn and mobile-equipment drivetrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMachine- and build-code-specific\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Service Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm side\/orientation, axle, hub, control linkage, brake, fan, pulley, and mounting configuration before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the equipment manufacturer’s instructions for installation, oil, filtration, belt setup, linkage adjustment, and purging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo equipment-specific installation PDF has been verified for this exact build. Use the mower model and serial number to locate the correct procedure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBefore You Order\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatch the complete part\/build code and verify the original component, equipment model and serial number, plus all relevant shaft, axle, control, port, brake, rotation, mounting, and revision details. A partial code or similar appearance is not enough to confirm fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLead Time, Returns \u0026amp; Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany HydroDrives-supplied products are built to order and may require approximately 10–15 business days before shipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrders may ship from a U.S. partner warehouse, subject to confirmation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved returns may be subject to a 20% restocking fee; shipping is nonrefundable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild-to-order, installed, used, damaged, or fluid-filled products may be nonreturnable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty coverage may require authorized-service-center installation. Retain service records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HydroDrives.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49203838386330,"sku":"sku-36843161780385","price":1927.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/6048\/1946\/files\/5400_e938efe0-2b87-4696-bd78-dc3755777042.png?v=1788979253","url":"https:\/\/mowforgesupply.com\/products\/1015-1081r-powertrain-1","provider":"MowForge Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}