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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.
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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 ZD1011-54 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 54-inch deck
- Kubota F2890 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- ZD1011-54 holds 22.7 L (6 gal) of fuel; F2890 holds 61 L (16.1 gal) of fuel, a 38.3 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.
- ZD1011-54 uses a Kubota D782-E4-ZD-3 engine; F2890 uses a Kubota D1105 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.
- ZD1011-54 has a 19.3 hp engine; F2890 has a 28 hp engine, a 8.7 hp difference. Published horsepower is the maker's rating at a stated engine speed. It is a different measure from displacement, and two engines of equal rating can pull differently.
- ZD1011-54 has a Kubota HST transmission; F2890 has a HST transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- ZD1011-54 has a published top speed of 9 mph; F2890 has a published top speed of 12.4 mph, a 3.4 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
3 more differences, what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- ZD1011-54 has Shaft drive; F2890 has 4WD drive.
- ZD1011-54 has a 778 cc (47.5 ci) engine; F2890 has a 1,123 cc (68.5 ci) engine, a 345 cc difference.
- ZD1011-54 weighs 600.1 kg (1,323 lbs); F2890 weighs 748 kg (1,649 lbs), a 147.9 kg difference.
Not comparable
- Cutting Width: not published for F2890.
- Bagger Capacity: not published for ZD1011-54.
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.
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| Spec | ZD1011-54 Kubota · Commercial |
F2890 Kubota · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| RRP (AUD) | dealer quote | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | diesel | diesel |
| Engine Make | Kubota D782-E4-ZD-3 | Kubota D1105 |
| Displacement | 47.5 ci (778 cc) | 68.5 ci (1123 cc) |
| Engine Power | 19.3 hp | 28 hp |
| Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 54 in (1372 mm) | — |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Kubota HST | HST |
| Ground Speed | 9 mph | 12.4 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | — | 18×9.5-8 |
| Reverse Speed | — | 6.8 mph |
| Drive System | Shaft | 4WD |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1323 lbs (600.1 kg) | 1649 lbs (748 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 6 gal (22.7 L) | 16.1 gal (61 L) |
| Length | — | 96.5 in (2450 mm) |
| Width | — | 53.9 in (1370 mm) |
| Height | — | 78.1 in (1985 mm) |
| General | ||
| Bagger Capacity | — | 11.4 bu (400 L) |
ZD1011-54: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kubotausa.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.