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Ariens Bagger & Grass Catcher Systems

Dump-from-the-seat baggers, grass catchers, and leaf vacuums for Ariens Apex, Zenith, and Max-Zoom zero turn mowers.

Protero builds baggers for the Ariens Apex, Zenith, Max-Zoom, and Max-Zoom HD. Each one is an aftermarket bagging system: collect grass and leaves in a high-capacity rear container, then dump the whole load with one lever without leaving the seat.

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Dump from the seat

No lifting heavy bags.

Grass and leaves

One bagger for summer mowing and fall cleanup.

Made in the USA

Designed and built in Minnesota by our family-owned company.

Heavy-duty construction

Holds up to commercial use, season after season.

Which Protero Bagger Fits My Ariens?

Ariens mower	Protero system
Zero-turn mowersMost popular
Apex	PV13 or PV18
Zenith	PV13 or PV18
Max-Zoom	PV13 or PV18
Max-Zoom HD	PV13 or PV18

Capacities: PV13 holds 10 bushels and PV18 holds 14.5 bushels. Zero-turn and stand-on baggers don’t fit 36", 42", 46", or 50" decks.

Each Ariens zero turn bagger kit includes the blower, collection hose, rear container, and mounting hardware.

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Ariens Zero-Turn Bagger

Protero offers the 10-bushel PV13 or 14.5-bushel PV18 for compatible Ariens zero-turn mowers, including the Apex, Zenith, Max-Zoom, and Max-Zoom HD. Every load dumps from the seat with one lever.

Ariens Leaf Vacuum & Leaf Bagger

Every Protero system doubles as a Ariens leaf vacuum and leaf collector. The same catcher that picks up grass all summer handles leaves as you mow in the fall, then dumps the load where you want it. There’s no tow-behind leaf vacuum to buy and no bags to haul.

Why Ariens Owners Choose Protero

Protero's Ariens grass catchers bring commercial-grade leaf and debris collection to Ariens zero-turn, stand-on, and compact tractor mowers. With capacities from 10 to 14.5 bushels, these USA-built systems dump from the seat in seconds, keeping Ariens operators productive on properties of any size.

Protero Ariens Catcher Features

Custom-fitted for Ariens zero-turn and stand-on mower decks • 18 cu ft / 14.5 bushel capacity for extended mowing sessions • Single-lever dump empties a full load in seconds • 3/16″ molded polyethylene clamshell construction • 7″ intake hose maximizes airflow and suction • 8″ boot and intake hose included

A Real Blower Behind Every Bagger

Zero-turn and stand-on systems run on Protero’s belt-driven commercial blower, the most powerful blower on the market. It pulls grass and leaves off the deck and keeps material moving into the container, even when it’s wet.

Ariens Bagger Price

Zero-turn baggers, starting at

$4,399

Starting at MSRP

PV13. PV18 from $4,899.

Final price varies by mower configuration. Find your Ariens in the fit table, then open that bagger’s page for its pricing. Call for an exact quote. Every Ariens grass catcher we have for sale ships direct from Protero. All orders are placed by phone, and we’ll confirm compatibility with your Ariens before anything ships.

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Protero vs. a 2- or 3-Bag Ariens Bagger

Protero bagger	2- or 3-bag system
CapacityUp to 18 bushels in one container	Split across 2 or 3 cloth bags
EmptyingDump from the seat with one lever	Get off, pull each bag, empty, reinstall
BlowerProtero belt-driven commercial blower	Varies by model
DustVent directs dusty air away from the operator	Dust filters through the cloth in every direction
Made in the USAYes, built in Minnesota	Varies
Wet grass & leavesBlower keeps wet material moving into the container	Wet grass clogs the cloth bags
Fits your Arienszero-turn mowers, model by model	Limited to a few models per bag kit

For Commercial Crews and Homeowners

Lawn care crews use Protero on Ariens zero-turn mowers to bag more properties per day with fewer stops. Homeowners use it to keep clippings off the lawn all summer and clear leaves in the fall.

Ariens Models We Don’t Fit

Protero doesn’t currently fit the Ariens Ridgeline, Zoom XL, Ikon, Ikon XL, Pro-Stance, Arrow E, Zoom, Edge, Ikon-XD, Ikon Limited, and 10 other models. Zero-turn and stand-on baggers also don’t fit 36", 42", 46", or 50" decks. Not sure about yours? Give us a call.

Ariens Bagger FAQ

Does Protero make a grass catcher for Ariens mowers?

Yes. Protero offers the PV13 and PV18 for compatible Ariens zero-turn mowers, including the Apex, Zenith, and Max-Zoom. Fitment depends on your exact model, year, and deck size.

Which Protero system fits my Ariens zero-turn mowers?

Choose 10-bushel PV13 or 14.5-bushel PV18 for compatible Ariens zero-turn mowers, including the Apex, Zenith, Max-Zoom, and Max-Zoom HD.

How much does a Ariens bagger cost?

Zero-turn systems start at $4,399. Final price varies by mower configuration, so call for an exact quote.

Can I use it as a Ariens leaf vacuum?

Yes. Every Protero system collects both grass and leaves, so the same catcher handles summer mowing and fall cleanup.

Can I dump it without getting off the mower?

Yes. Pull the dump lever and the container empties without leaving the seat.

Which Ariens models are not compatible with Protero?

Is it a complete kit?

Yes. Each Ariens bagger kit includes the blower, collection hose, rear container, and mounting hardware.

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