Collector Bag Capacity and Weight Guide for All Cyclone Rake Models

When considering which Cyclone Rake model best suits your needs, understanding the collector capacity and potential weight when full is important for making an informed decision. Each of our models is designed with your convenience in mind, but they do have different capacities and weight considerations.

Collector Capacity by Model

Expected Weight When Full

The weight of your collector bag when full depends on both your Cyclone Rake model and the type of debris you're collecting:

Classic

• Dry leaves: Up to 150 pounds

• Wet grass clippings: Up to 350 pounds

Commander

• Dry leaves: Up to 210 pounds

• Wet grass clippings: Up to 490 pounds

Commercial PRO, XL, Z-10

• Dry leaves: Up to 300 pounds

• Wet grass clippings: Up to 700 pounds

How to Know When Your Collector Is Full

Regardless of which model you own, you'll know your collector is full when:

• Debris starts blowing out of the vents on the exit chute, rather than backing up into the engine

• Your mower feels different as the bag fills up—especially with heavier debris

• With practice, you'll develop a feel for when it's time to empty
  
  

Tips for Easy Emptying

• All Cyclone Rake models are designed for convenient unloading, some models feature Easy Flow Unloading.

• For particularly heavy loads, the Power Lift Unloader accessory is a fantastic add-on that can save effort and make cleanup quicker

• If weight is a concern, consider emptying the bag when it's about half full—especially with wet materials

• A mix of leaves and grass will weigh somewhere between the dry leaf and wet grass estimates

Remember: Wet materials like grass clippings are significantly heavier than dry leaves. With a little practice, you'll quickly get the hang of recognizing when to unload for the smoothest experience with your Cyclone Rake!