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List prices are the manufacturer’s published figures, re-checked daily; they exclude tax, freight and dealer setup.
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 EDGE 42 BRIGGS — residential: typical home lawns; 42-inch deck; gas powered
- Husqvarna Z242F Special Edition — prosumer: larger home properties and light acreage; 42-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- EDGE 42 BRIGGS uses a Briggs & Stratton® EXi2000 engine; Z242F Special Edition uses a Kawasaki 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.
- EDGE 42 BRIGGS holds 2 gal (7.6 L) of fuel; Z242F Special Edition holds 3.5 gal (13.2 L) of fuel, a 1.5 gal 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.
- EDGE 42 BRIGGS weighs 498 lbs (225.9 kg); Z242F Special Edition weighs 560 lbs (254 kg), a 62 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What EDGE 42 BRIGGS's weight means for a trailer ›
- EDGE 42 BRIGGS cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 4.5 in (114 mm); Z242F Special Edition cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 4 in (102 mm). The cut-height range is the shortest and tallest cut the deck offers. Most lawns are kept well inside it.
- EDGE 42 BRIGGS has a 20 hp engine; Z242F Special Edition has a 21.5 hp engine, a 1.5 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.
2 more differences, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- EDGE 42 BRIGGS has a 40 ci (656 cc) engine; Z242F Special Edition has a 44.3 ci (725.9 cc) engine, a 4.3 ci difference.
- EDGE 42 BRIGGS has a published top speed of 6 mph; Z242F Special Edition has a published top speed of 6.5 mph, a 0.5 mph difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- EDGE 42 BRIGGS works out to 2.0 acres/hour; Z242F Special Edition works out to 2.2 acres/hour, a 0.2 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
- Warranty: not published for Z242F Special Edition.
- Deck Material: not published for EDGE 42 BRIGGS.
- Drive System: not published for Z242F Special Edition.
- Discharge: not published for EDGE 42 BRIGGS.
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 | EDGE 42 BRIGGS Ariens · Zero-Turn |
Z242F Special Edition Husqvarna · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $3,499 | $3,499 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 40 ci (656 cc) | 44.3 ci (725.9 cc) |
| Engine Power | 20 hp | 21.5 hp |
| Engine Make | Briggs & Stratton® EXi2000 | Kawasaki |
| Engine Model | — | FR Series |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 42 in (1067 mm) | 42 in (1067 mm) |
| Blades | 2 | 2 |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) | 4 in (102 mm) |
| Deck Material | — | Steel |
| Anti-Scalp Rollers | — | Yes |
| Blade Tip Speed | 17126 ft/min (5220 m/min) | — |
| Discharge | — | 3-in-1 Mulch/Rear Bag/Side Discharge Capable |
| Cut Positions | 7 | 6 |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Ground Speed | 6 mph | 6.5 mph |
| Reverse Speed | 3 mph | — |
| Drive System | Hydro-Gear® EZT® Transaxles | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 498 lbs (225.9 kg) | 560 lbs (254 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 2 gal (7.6 L) | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
| Length | 68 in (1727 mm) | 75 in (1905 mm) |
| Height | — | 40 in (1016 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | — | 15" high back |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 2 yr | — |
Where these models differ, explained
EDGE 42 BRIGGS: Specs verified against the retailer listing on Jun 6, 2026 — farmandhomesupply.com.
Z242F Special Edition: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — husqvarna.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.