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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.
- Bobcat ZT2000 Zero-Turn Mower — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 42-inch deck; gas powered
- Hustler Turf Surfer X — 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.
- ZT2000 Zero-Turn Mower has a HG ZT-2800 Hydrostatic Transaxles transmission; Surfer X has a Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- ZT2000 Zero-Turn Mower holds 3.8 gal (14.4 L) of fuel; Surfer X holds 5.4 gal (20.4 L) of fuel, a 1.6 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.
- ZT2000 Zero-Turn Mower has a 42 in (1,067 mm) deck; Surfer X has a 48 in (1,219 mm) deck, a 6 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 ›
- ZT2000 Zero-Turn Mower has a 21.5 hp engine; Surfer X has a 22 hp engine, a 0.5 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.
- ZT2000 Zero-Turn Mower cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 4.6 in (117 mm); Surfer X cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 4.5 in (114 mm). The cut-height range is the shortest and tallest cut the deck offers. Most lawns are kept well inside it.
calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Calculated by MowerFacts
- ZT2000 Zero-Turn Mower works out to 2.4 acres/hour; Surfer X works out to 2.7 acres/hour, a 0.3 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
- Displacement: not published for ZT2000 Zero-Turn Mower.
- Warranty: not published for ZT2000 Zero-Turn Mower.
- Engine Make: not published for ZT2000 Zero-Turn Mower.
- Deck Construction: not published for Surfer X.
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 | ZT2000 Zero-Turn Mower Bobcat · Commercial |
Surfer X Hustler Turf · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Make | — | Kawasaki |
| Displacement | — | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 21.5 hp | 22 hp |
| Engine Model | Kaw FR651V | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 42 in (1067 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Deck Construction | TufDeck 10-gauge Top with 7-gauge Spindle Supports; 7-gauge Side Skirts | — |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Blade Tip Speed | 18809 ft/min (5733 m/min) | — |
| Max Cut Height | 4.6 in (117 mm) | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | HG ZT-2800 Hydrostatic Transaxles | Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 |
| Ground Speed | 7 mph | 7 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 20 x 8.0-10 | — |
| Reverse Speed | 3 mph | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 717 lbs (325.2 kg) | 730 lbs (331.1 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.8 gal (14.4 L) | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) |
| Length | 79 in (2007 mm) | — |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | High-Back, Spring Suspension Seat | — |
| General | ||
| Warranty | — | 4 yr |
Where these models differ, explained
ZT2000 Zero-Turn Mower: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — bobcat.com.
Surfer X: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — hustlerturf.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.