John Deere Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower vs Kubota ZD1211-60
A side-by-side spec reference for two commercial machines. Where computed productivity separates them, the faster machine is marked a Data Pick with the arithmetic shown — the tables lay out each model's stated specs so you can match a machine to your property and routes.
A side-by-side for the commercial mower John Deere Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower and the commercial mower Kubota ZD1211-60. Open the full spec table in the 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.
- John Deere Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 72-inch deck
- Kubota ZD1211-60 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 60-inch deck
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower has a Hydrostatic transmission; ZD1211-60 has a Kubota HST transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower runs on Gasoline; ZD1211-60 runs on Diesel. Fuel type sets what you buy and store; it is not a measure of power.
- Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower has a 72 in (1,829 mm) deck; ZD1211-60 has a 60 in (1,524 mm) deck, a 12 in 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 ›
- Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower has a 52 ci (852 cc) engine; ZD1211-60 has a 68.5 ci (1,123 cc) engine, a 16.5 ci difference. Displacement is the engine's size, not its output. A larger engine is not necessarily a more powerful one.
- Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower weighs 1,412 lbs (640.5 kg); ZD1211-60 weighs 1,687 lbs (765.2 kg), a 275 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower's weight means for a trailer ›
3 more differences, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower has a published top speed of 12 mph; ZD1211-60 has a published top speed of 10.6 mph, a 1.4 mph difference.
- Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower has a 27 hp engine; ZD1211-60 has a 24.8 hp engine, a 2.2 hp difference.
- Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower holds 11.5 gal (43.5 L) of fuel; ZD1211-60 holds 12.9 gal (48.8 L) of fuel, a 1.4 gal difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower works out to 7.0 acres/hour; ZD1211-60 works out to 5.1 acres/hour, a 1.8 acres/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
- Engine Make: not published for Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower.
- Deck Construction: not published for ZD1211-60.
- Drive System: not published for Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower.
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.
Productivity
| Measure | Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower | ZD1211-60 |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting deck | 72 in | 60 in |
| Ground speed | 12 mph | 10.6 mph |
| Acres/hr (80%) | 4.89 | 3.6 |
| Acres/hr (100%) | 8.73 | 6.42 |
| List price | dealer quote | dealer quote |
Acres/hour computed from deck width and ground speed; 80% accounts for turns, overlap and trimming. Calculator ›
Components
| Component | Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower | ZD1211-60 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine make | not specified by manufacturer | Kubota D1105-E4-ZD-2 |
| Displacement | 852 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine power | 27 hp | 24.8 hp |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Kubota HST |
| Drive type | not specified by manufacturer | not specified by manufacturer |
Ownership & dimensions
| Spec | Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower | ZD1211-60 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 640.47 kg | 765.21 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 43.5 L | 48.83 L |
| Warranty | not specified by manufacturer | not specified by manufacturer |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | not specified by manufacturer | not specified by manufacturer |
Dealer network and dimensions not in our data are shown as "not specified by manufacturer." See the full spec sheet on each model page.
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FAQ
Is the John Deere Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower or the Kubota ZD1211-60 better?
MowerFacts is a spec reference, not a review — we don't crown a winner. The John Deere Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower and Kubota ZD1211-60 are both commercial machines with their own deck widths, engines and dimensions; the tables below lay out each spec side by side so you can match a machine to your property and routes.
How many acres per hour can the John Deere Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower and Kubota ZD1211-60 mow?
At 80% efficiency the John Deere Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower (72-in deck at 12 mph) covers about 4.89 acres/hour and the Kubota ZD1211-60 (60-in deck at 10.6 mph) about 3.6 acres/hour, before trimming and trailering time.
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Z950MZTrak Zero-Turn Mower: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — deere.com.
ZD1211-60: 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.