Altoz vs Scag Mowers
An objective, spec-based comparison of Altoz and Scag. On MowerFacts, Altoz has 15 models cataloged and Scag has 22. Below: each brand's lineup, representative models, and a head-to-head spec sheet of a comparable model from each.
Altoz
- Commercial (15)
Representative models
Scag
- Push / Walk-Behind (9)
- Zero-Turn (11)
- Commercial (2)
Representative models
How the two lineups compare
Medians across every cataloged model, plus the suppliers each brand fits. Manufacturers publish this brand by brand; this puts the two side by side.
| Measure | Altoz | Scag |
|---|---|---|
| Models cataloged | 15 | 19 |
| Median deck | 61 in | 42 in |
| Median ground speed | 11 mph | 7 mph |
| Median acres/hour | 3.45 | 1.51 |
| Median weight | 1,345 lb | 730 lb |
| List price (median) | dealer quote | $8,524 (18 priced) |
| Price range | — | $1,699–$57,900 |
| Engines fitted | Kawasaki (15) | Kawasaki (9), Kohler (4), Vanguard (2), Briggs & Stratton (2) |
| Transmissions | Hydrostatic (15) | Gt Mg 512 Transmission, 3-Speed (1) |
| Power | 15 gas | 18 gas, 1 diesel |
Medians describe the lineup, not any one machine — a brand with more commercial models will show a wider median deck. Blank means the manufacturer doesn’t publish it.
Head-to-head: XC 610 SSi vs RC Extreme Slope Mower
A comparable commercial model from each brand, side by side. MowerFacts presents the stated specs neutrally and does not rank one brand above the other. Open in the full compare tool ›
Best suited for
What each model is built for, from its duty class and key specs. This is a neutral reference — MowerFacts does not rank one model above another.
- Altoz XC 610 SSi — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 61-inch deck; gas powered
- Scag RC Extreme Slope Mower — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 52-inch deck; gas powered
| Spec | XC 610 SSi Altoz |
RC Extreme Slope Mower Scag |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki | Vanguard BIG BLOCK™ V-Twin EFI engine with ETC with Oil Guard |
| Displacement | 61 ci (999 cc) | 60.6 ci (993 cc) |
| Engine Power | 35 hp | 37 hp |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Engine Model | FX1000V EFI | — |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 61 in (1549 mm) | 52 in (1321 mm) |
| Blades | 3 | — |
| Deck Material | Fabricated Steel | — |
| Anti-Scalp Rollers | No | — |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 3.5 in (89 mm) |
| Blade Tip Speed | 18501 ft/min (5639 m/min) | — |
| Max Cut Height | 5 in (127 mm) | 11.5 in (292 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | — |
| Ground Speed | 19 mph | 3 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 26" | — |
| Drive System | — | Electric Drive (No PTO) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1400 lbs (635 kg) | 2400 lbs (1088.6 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 14 gal (53 L) | — |
| Length | 85.5 in (2172 mm) | 75.4 in (1915 mm) |
| Width | — | 70 in (1778 mm) |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 3 yr | — |
Specific model comparisons
The components that separate the two lineups
- Zero-Turn Transaxles: EZT, ZT-2800 to ZT-5400, and Pump-and-Wheel-Motor Drives
- Kawasaki FR vs FS vs FX: What the Letters Mean
- Kawasaki vs Briggs & Stratton (Vanguard) on a Zero-Turn
- Mower Deck Gauge: Stamped vs Fabricated, 13-Gauge to 7-Gauge
- Commercial 21 Inch Mowers: Honda vs Kawasaki, and the Blade Brake Clutch
Altoz vs Scag — FAQ
Is Altoz better than Scag?
MowerFacts is a reference, not a review — we don't rank one brand above the other. Both Altoz and Scag build comparable machines; compare the spec sheets side by side to see how a given pair differs and decide what fits your needs.
What types of mowers do Altoz and Scag make?
On MowerFacts, Altoz has 15 models cataloged and Scag has 22, spanning Commercial (Altoz) and Push / Walk-Behind, Zero-Turn, Commercial (Scag).
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Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — altoz.com.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — scag.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.