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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
- Husqvarna MZ 48 Special Edition — 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; MZ 48 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.
- ZT Elite has a Dual Hydro Gear 3100 transmission; MZ 48 Special Edition has a Hydrostatic 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 3/16" or 7-Gauge Thick Solid Steel deck; MZ 48 Special Edition has a Steel deck.
- ZT Elite holds 6.5 gal (24.6 L) of fuel; MZ 48 Special Edition holds 5 gal (18.9 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.
- ZT Elite has a published top speed of 7 mph; MZ 48 Special Edition has a published top speed of 8.5 mph, a 1.5 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, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- ZT Elite has a 26 hp engine; MZ 48 Special Edition has a 23 hp engine, a 3 hp difference.
- ZT Elite weighs 811 lbs (368 kg); MZ 48 Special Edition weighs 740 lbs (335.7 kg), a 71 lbs difference.
- ZT Elite has a 45.6 ci (747 cc) engine; MZ 48 Special Edition has a 44.2 ci (724.3 cc) engine, a 1.4 ci difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- ZT Elite works out to 2.7 acres/hour; MZ 48 Special Edition works out to 3.3 acres/hour, a 0.6 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
- Blades: not published for ZT Elite.
- Deck Construction: not published for MZ 48 Special Edition.
- Discharge: not published for ZT Elite.
- Price: ZT Elite is dealer quote only.
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 |
MZ 48 Special Edition Husqvarna · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | $5,999 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 45.6 ci (747 cc) | 44.2 ci (724.3 cc) |
| Engine Power | 26 hp | 23 hp |
| Engine Make | Kohler | Kawasaki |
| Engine Model | — | FR Series |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Blades | — | 3 |
| 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 | Steel |
| Deck Construction | 7 Gauge/4.5mm | — |
| Deck Gauge | 7 | — |
| Anti-Scalp Rollers | — | Yes |
| Discharge | — | Collect/Mulch/Side discharge |
| Cut Positions | — | 13 |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Dual Hydro Gear 3100 | Hydrostatic |
| Ground Speed | 7 mph | 8.5 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 22x10-10 Turf | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 811 lbs (368 kg) | 740 lbs (335.7 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 6.5 gal (24.6 L) | 5 gal (18.9 L) |
| Length | 74.5 in (1892 mm) | 75.5 in (1918 mm) |
| Height | 46 in (1168 mm) | 42 in (1067 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | — | Full suspension, arm rests |
Where these models differ, explained
ZT Elite: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — badboycountry.com.
MZ 48 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.