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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.
- Bad Boy Mowers ZT Elite — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
- Bad Boy Mowers Maverick HD — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- ZT Elite uses a Kohler engine; Maverick HD 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.
- ZT Elite holds 6.5 gal (24.6 L) of fuel; Maverick HD holds 12.9 gal (49 L) of fuel, a 6.4 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.
- ZT Elite has a Dual Hydro Gear 3100 transmission; Maverick HD has a Dual Hydro Gear 3400 transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- ZT Elite has a published top speed of 7 mph; Maverick HD has a published top speed of 9 mph, a 2 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
- ZT Elite weighs 811 lbs (368 kg); Maverick HD weighs 1,023 lbs (464 kg), a 212 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What ZT Elite's weight means for a trailer ›
calculated figures
Calculated by MowerFacts
- ZT Elite works out to 2.7 acres/hour; Maverick HD works out to 3.5 acres/hour, a 0.8 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.
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 | ZT Elite Bad Boy Mowers · Zero-Turn |
Maverick HD Bad Boy Mowers · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 45.6 ci (747 cc) | 45.6 ci (747 cc) |
| Engine Power | 26 hp | 26.5 hp |
| Engine Make | Kohler | Kawasaki |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Deck Material | 3/16" or 7-Gauge Thick Solid Steel | 3/16" or 7-Gauge Thick Solid Steel |
| Deck Construction | 7 Gauge/4.5mm | 7 Gauge / 4.5mm |
| Deck Gauge | 7 | 7 |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Dual Hydro Gear 3100 | Dual Hydro Gear 3400 |
| Ground Speed | 7 mph | 9 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 22x10-10 Turf | 23x11-12 Reaper |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 811 lbs (368 kg) | 1023 lbs (464 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 6.5 gal (24.6 L) | 12.9 gal (49 L) |
| Length | 74.5 in (1892 mm) | 80 in (2032 mm) |
| Height | 46 in (1168 mm) | 49 in (1244 mm) |
Where these models differ, explained
ZT Elite: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — badboycountry.com.
Maverick HD: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — badboycountry.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.