Big Dog Bagger & Grass Catcher Systems

Dump-from-the-seat baggers, grass catchers, and leaf vacuums for Big Dog Diablo and Stout zero turn mowers and the Trooper stand-on.

Protero builds baggers for the Big Dog Diablo, Diablo MP, Stout, Stout MP, X1060, and R754 zero-turns and the Trooper stand-on. 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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Protero PV18 grass catcher installed on a Ferris ISX800 zero-turn mower

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 Big Dog?

Big Dog mowerProtero system
Zero-turn mowersMost popular
DiabloPV18
Diablo MPPV18
R754PV18
StoutPV13 or PV18
Stout MPPV13 or PV18
X1060PV18
Stand-on mowers
TrooperPV13S or PV17S

Capacities: PV13 holds 10 bushels and PV18 holds 14.5 bushels. Stand-on: PV13S holds 10 bushels and PV17S holds 14 bushels. Zero-turn and stand-on baggers don’t fit 36", 42", 46", or 50" decks.

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

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Big Dog Zero-Turn Bagger

Protero offers the 10-bushel PV13 or 14.5-bushel PV18 for compatible Big Dog zero-turn mowers, including the Diablo, Diablo MP, R754, Stout, Stout MP, and X1060. Every load dumps from the seat with one lever.

Big Dog Stand-On Grass Catcher

Protero offers the 10-bushel PV13S or 14-bushel PV17S for compatible Big Dog stand-on mowers, including the Trooper. Every load empties without stepping off the platform.

Protero PV17S grass catcher installed on an Exmark Vertex stand-on mower

Big Dog Stand-On Bagger

Big Dog stand-on owners running the Trooper can choose 10-bushel PV13S or 14-bushel PV17S. Both run on Protero’s belt-driven commercial blower and empty without stepping off the platform.

Big Dog Leaf Vacuum & Leaf Bagger

Every Protero system doubles as a Big Dog 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 Big Dog Owners Choose Protero

Engineered for Big Dog zero-turn and stand-on mowers, Protero catchers deliver heavy-duty debris collection with 10–14.5 bushel capacity. The wedge-shaped PV18 adds minimal length while the quick-dump lever empties a full load without leaving the seat — built tough for Big Dog operators.

Protero Big Dog Catcher Features

Precision-fit for Big Dog zero-turn mowers with 48″–72″ decks • Collect up to 14.5 bushels without stopping to unload • Quick-dump lever for hands-free emptying • Reinforced tubular steel frame for demanding commercial use • 7″ intake delivers maximum airflow • Heavy-duty 3/16″ polyethylene shell

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.

Big Dog Bagger Price

Zero-turn baggers, starting at

$4,399

Starting at

PV13. PV18 from $4,899.

Stand-on baggers, starting at

$4,799

Starting at

PV13S. PV17S from $5,199.

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

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Protero vs. a 2- or 3-Bag Big Dog Bagger

Protero bagger2- or 3-bag system
CapacityUp to 18 bushels in one containerSplit across 2 or 3 cloth bags
EmptyingDump from the seat with one leverGet off, pull each bag, empty, reinstall
BlowerProtero belt-driven commercial blowerVaries by model
DustVent directs dusty air away from the operatorDust filters through the cloth in every direction
Made in the USAYes, built in MinnesotaVaries
Wet grass & leavesBlower keeps wet material moving into the containerWet grass clogs the cloth bags
Fits your Big Dogzero-turn mowers and stand-on mowers, model by modelLimited to a few models per bag kit

Super impressed with the bagger... the protero is way better less dusty, better suction, and you don’t have to get off your mower so it makes the job go way faster

Jim C.

For Commercial Crews and Homeowners

Lawn care crews use Protero on Big Dog zero-turn mowers and stand-on 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.

Big Dog Models We Don’t Fit

Protero doesn’t currently fit the Big Dog Alpha, Alpha MP, Alpha MPX, BlackJack, Hike, Rex, and Rex MP. Zero-turn and stand-on baggers also don’t fit 36", 42", 46", or 50" decks. Not sure about yours? Give us a call.

Big Dog Bagger FAQ

Does Protero make a grass catcher for Big Dog mowers?

Yes. Protero offers the PV13, PV13S, PV18, and PV17S for compatible Big Dog zero-turn mowers and stand-on mowers, including the Diablo, Diablo MP, R754, and Trooper. Fitment depends on your exact model, year, and deck size.

Which Protero system fits my Big Dog zero-turn mowers?

Choose 10-bushel PV13 or 14.5-bushel PV18 for compatible Big Dog zero-turn mowers, including the Diablo, Diablo MP, R754, Stout, Stout MP, and X1060.

Which Protero system fits my Big Dog stand-on mowers?

Choose 10-bushel PV13S or 14-bushel PV17S for compatible Big Dog stand-on mowers, including the Trooper.

How much does a Big Dog bagger cost?

Zero-turn systems start at $4,399 and stand-on baggers start at $4,799. Final price varies by mower configuration, so call for an exact quote.

Can I use it as a Big Dog 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, and stand-on operators can dump without stepping off the platform.

Which Big Dog models are not compatible with Protero?

Protero doesn’t currently fit the Big Dog Alpha, Alpha MP, Alpha MPX, BlackJack, Hike, Rex, and Rex MP. Zero-turn and stand-on baggers also don’t fit 36", 42", 46", or 50" decks.

Is it a complete kit?

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

Do you make a bagger for the Big Dog stand-on mowers?

Big Dog stand-on owners running the Trooper can choose 10-bushel PV13S or 14-bushel PV17S. Both run on Protero’s belt-driven commercial blower and empty without stepping off the platform.

Ready to Stop Lifting Bags?

Tell us your Big Dog model and deck size, and we’ll get you the right bagger the first time.

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