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Prices are the recommended retail prices published by each manufacturer’s Australian site, in AUD, as read on the date shown on each model’s page; dealers set the final price.
A side-by-side reference of each model's stated specifications. MowerFacts doesn’t give opinions: where a published, spec-derived rule can separate machines we mark a Data Pick and show the rule; here, read the values and decide what fits your needs.
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.
- Ariens IKON 52 KAWASAKI — prosumer: larger home properties and light acreage; 52-inch deck; gas powered
- Cox 400 Series 452 52 in — prosumer: larger home properties and light acreage; 52-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- IKON 52 KAWASAKI holds 13.2 L (3.5 gal) of fuel; 400 Series 452 52 in holds 32 L (8.5 gal) of fuel, a 18.8 L difference. Tank size bounds how long a machine runs between stops. Consumption varies with engine, load and speed, so hours per tank are not fixed.
- IKON 52 KAWASAKI has a Hydrostatic transmission; 400 Series 452 52 in has a Hydro-2800 with charge pumps - Serviceable transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- IKON 52 KAWASAKI lists at A$10,399; 400 Series 452 52 in lists at A$11,499, a A$1,100 difference. List price is the maker's own figure before tax, freight and dealer setup. Dealers set the final price.
- IKON 52 KAWASAKI has a published top speed of 7 mph; 400 Series 452 52 in has a published top speed of 7.5 mph, a 0.5 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
- IKON 52 KAWASAKI weighs 309.4 kg (682 lbs); 400 Series 452 52 in weighs 293 kg (646 lbs), a 16.4 kg difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What IKON 52 KAWASAKI's weight means for a trailer ›
1 more difference, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- IKON 52 KAWASAKI cuts from 38 mm (1.5 in) to 114 mm (4.5 in); 400 Series 452 52 in cuts from 25 mm (1 in) to 102 mm (4 in).
Calculated by MowerFacts
- IKON 52 KAWASAKI works out to 1.19 ha/hour; 400 Series 452 52 in works out to 1.27 ha/hour, a 0.08 ha/hour difference. Calculated by MowerFacts from deck width and the published top speed at 80% efficiency; it is not a manufacturer figure, and real mowing is slower.
Not comparable
- Warranty: not published for 400 Series 452 52 in.
- Blades: not published for 400 Series 452 52 in.
- Drive System: not published for 400 Series 452 52 in.
Verified means each manufacturer publishes the figure. A bigger number is only a bigger number; nothing here says which machine is better. The full specification table is below.
Which is faster on your property? › Measure your lawn once and MowerFacts times all 2 against it.
| Spec | IKON 52 KAWASAKI Ariens · Zero-Turn |
400 Series 452 52 in Cox · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| RRP (AUD) | A$10,399 | A$11,499 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (726 cc) | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 23 hp | 23 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki® FR691V | Kawasaki |
| Engine Model | — | Kawasaki FR691V V Twin |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 52 in (1321 mm) | 52 in (1321 mm) |
| Blades | 3 | — |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) | 4 in (102 mm) |
| Spindle Type | — | Electromagnetic Clutch |
| Blade Tip Speed | 18356 ft/min (5595 m/min) | — |
| Cut Positions | 13 | — |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydro-2800 with charge pumps - Serviceable |
| Ground Speed | 7 mph | 7.5 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | — | 13x500x6 (F), 20x10-8 (R 48-52”) |
| Reverse Speed | 3 mph | — |
| Drive System | Hydro-Gear® EZT® Transaxles | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 682 lbs (309.4 kg) | 646 lbs (293 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) | 8.5 gal (32 L) |
| Length | 74.5 in (1892 mm) | 80.7 in (2050 mm) |
| Width | — | 43.3 in (1100 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Frame Construction | — | Fabricated Steel: Chassis 4.55mm |
| Seat Type | — | Premium Highback Seat with Armrests, Fingertip Adjustment |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 3 yr | — |
Where these models differ, explained
IKON 52 KAWASAKI: Specs verified against the retailer listing on Jun 6, 2026 — mower-depot.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.