Compare Mowers
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.
- Kubota T2290KWT-48 — prosumer: larger home properties and light acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
- Kubota T2090BR-42 — residential: typical home lawns; 42-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- T2290KWT-48 uses a Kawasaki GH739V-3 engine; T2090BR-42 uses a Briggs & Stratton GH660V engine. The engine maker builds the engine; the mower maker chooses the model, rating and fit, so the badge alone does not settle output or longevity.
- T2290KWT-48 has a Hydro-Gear G730 transmission; T2090BR-42 has a Hydro-Gear T3HD transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- T2290KWT-48 has a 1,219 mm (48 in) deck; T2090BR-42 has a 1,067 mm (42 in) deck, a 152 mm difference. Deck width sets how much grass each pass covers. Mowing time also depends on ground speed, turns and obstacles, so a wider deck alone does not fix the job's length. Time both decks on your own lawn ›
- T2290KWT-48 has a published top speed of 6.7 mph; T2090BR-42 has a published top speed of 5.7 mph, a 1 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
- T2290KWT-48 has 3 blades; T2090BR-42 has 2 blades.
3 more differences, calculated figures
Other verified differences
- T2290KWT-48 weighs 300 kg (661 lbs); T2090BR-42 weighs 270 kg (595 lbs), a 30 kg difference.
- T2290KWT-48 has a 21.5 hp engine; T2090BR-42 has a 20 hp engine, a 1.5 hp difference.
- T2290KWT-48 has a 726 cc (44.3 ci) engine; T2090BR-42 has a 656 cc (40 ci) engine, a 70 cc difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- T2290KWT-48 works out to 1.05 ha/hour; T2090BR-42 works out to 0.79 ha/hour, a 0.27 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.
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 | T2290KWT-48 Kubota · Riding (Lawn Tractor) |
T2090BR-42 Kubota · Riding (Lawn Tractor) |
|---|---|---|
| RRP (AUD) | dealer quote | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (726 cc) | 40 ci (656 cc) |
| Engine Power | 21.5 hp | 20 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki GH739V-3 | Briggs & Stratton GH660V |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 42 in (1067 mm) |
| Blades | 3 | 2 |
| Min Cut Height | 1 in (25 mm) | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4 in (102 mm) | 4 in (102 mm) |
| Discharge | Side discharge | Side discharge |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear G730 | Hydro-Gear T3HD |
| Ground Speed | 6.7 mph | 5.7 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 22 x 10.0 - 10 | 20 x 10.0 - 10 |
| Reverse Speed | 4 mph | 3.5 mph |
| Drive System | 4Wheels-2WD | 4Wheels-2WD |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 661 lbs (300 kg) | 595 lbs (270 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.6 gal (13.6 L) | 3.6 gal (13.6 L) |
| Length | 75.2 in (1910 mm) | 74.8 in (1900 mm) |
| Width | 60.6 in (1540 mm) | 54.8 in (1392 mm) |
| Height | 51.6 in (1310 mm) | 51.4 in (1305 mm) |
| General | ||
| Bagger Capacity | 7 bu (247 L) | 7 bu (247 L) |
Where these models differ, explained
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.