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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.
- Cub Cadet ZTX6 54 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 54-inch deck; gas powered
- Kubota Z252KH-54 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 54-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- ZTX6 54 uses a Kawasaki® engine; Z252KH-54 uses a Kohler K745 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.
- ZTX6 54 has a Hydro-Gear ZT 3400 Charged transmission; Z252KH-54 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.
- ZTX6 54 has Hydrostatic drive; Z252KH-54 has Belt drive.
- ZTX6 54 holds 5.5 gal (20.8 L) of fuel; Z252KH-54 holds 4.3 gal (16.3 L) of fuel, a 1.2 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.
- ZTX6 54 cuts from 1 in (25 mm) to 4.8 in (121 mm); Z252KH-54 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.
2 more differences, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- ZTX6 54 has a published top speed of 9 mph; Z252KH-54 has a published top speed of 8 mph, a 1 mph difference.
- ZTX6 54 has a 52 ci (852 cc) engine; Z252KH-54 has a 45.6 ci (747 cc) engine, a 6.4 ci difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- ZTX6 54 works out to 3.9 acres/hour; Z252KH-54 works out to 3.5 acres/hour, a 0.4 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
- Weight: not published for ZTX6 54.
- Warranty: not published for Z252KH-54.
- Blades: not published for Z252KH-54.
- Fuel Type: not published for ZTX6 54.
- Deck Construction: not published for Z252KH-54.
- Start Type: not published for Z252KH-54.
- Price: Z252KH-54 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 | ZTX6 54 Cub Cadet · Zero-Turn |
Z252KH-54 Kubota · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $9,399 | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 52 ci (852 cc) | 45.6 ci (747 cc) |
| Engine Power | 25.5 hp | 25 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki® | Kohler K745 |
| Engine Model | FX Series | — |
| Fuel Type | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Start Type | Ignition Key | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 54 in (1372 mm) | 54 in (1372 mm) |
| Blades | 3 | — |
| Min Cut Height | 1 in (25 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.8 in (121 mm) | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Deck Material | 10-gauge steel with 2-gauge reinforcement | 10-gauge steel |
| Deck Construction | Reinforced Fabricated | — |
| Deck Gauge | 10 | 10 |
| Cut Positions | 17 | — |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear ZT 3400 Charged | Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 |
| Ground Speed | 9 mph | 8 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | — | 22 x 10 - 14 |
| Reverse Speed | 3.5 mph | 4 mph |
| Drive System | Hydrostatic | Belt |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | — | 827 lbs (375.2 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.5 gal (20.8 L) | 4.3 gal (16.3 L) |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 4 yr | — |
Where these models differ, explained
ZTX6 54: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — cubcadet.com.
Z252KH-54: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kubotausa.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.