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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 ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 52-inch deck; gas powered
- Wright ZXL 52 FX850E — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 52-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower has a HG ZT-4400 Hydrostatic Transaxles transmission; ZXL 52 FX850E has a Hydro transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower has a AirFX Cutting System deck; ZXL 52 FX850E has a Floating-side discharge deck.
- ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower weighs 1,371 lbs (621.9 kg); ZXL 52 FX850E weighs 1,250 lbs (567 kg), a 121 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower's weight means for a trailer ›
- ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower has a 25.5 hp engine; ZXL 52 FX850E has a 27 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.
- ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower has a published top speed of 12 mph; ZXL 52 FX850E has a published top speed of 12.5 mph, a 0.5 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
2 more differences, what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower holds 15 gal (56.8 L) of fuel; ZXL 52 FX850E holds 15.5 gal (58.7 L) of fuel, a 0.5 gal difference.
- ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower cuts from 1 in (25 mm) to 5.5 in (140 mm); ZXL 52 FX850E cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 6 in (152 mm).
Not comparable
- Blades: not published for ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower.
- Engine Make: not published for ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower.
- Fuel Type: not published for ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower.
- Deck Material: not published for ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower.
- Start Type: not published for ZT6000 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.
Which is faster on your property? › Measure your lawn once and MowerFacts times all 2 against it.
| Spec | ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower Bobcat · Commercial |
ZXL 52 FX850E Wright · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Make | — | Kawasaki |
| Displacement | 52 ci (852 cc) | 52 ci (852 cc) |
| Engine Power | 25.5 hp | 27 hp |
| Engine Model | Kaw FX801V | FX850E |
| Fuel Type | — | Gasoline |
| Start Type | — | Electric |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 52 in (1321 mm) | 52 in (1321 mm) |
| Blades | — | 3 |
| Deck Material | — | 7 Gauge |
| Deck Construction | AirFX Cutting System | Floating-side discharge |
| Deck Gauge | — | 7 |
| Min Cut Height | 1 in (25 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Blade Tip Speed | 18586 ft/min (5665 m/min) | — |
| Max Cut Height | 5.5 in (140 mm) | 6 in (152 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | HG ZT-4400 Hydrostatic Transaxles | Hydro |
| Ground Speed | 12 mph | 12.5 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 24 x 10.5-12 | — |
| Reverse Speed | 4 mph | 8 mph |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1371 lbs (621.9 kg) | 1250 lbs (567 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 15 gal (56.8 L) | 15.5 gal (58.7 L) |
| Length | 83 in (2108 mm) | 82.5 in (2096 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | High-Back, Full-Mechanical Suspension Seat | — |
Where these models differ, explained
ZT6000 Zero-Turn Mower: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — bobcat.com.
ZXL 52 FX850E: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — wrightmfg.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.