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- Cub Cadet ZTXS4 48 — prosumer: larger home properties and light acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
- Cub Cadet Z2 42S — prosumer: larger home properties and light acreage; 42-inch deck; gas powered
| Spec | ZTXS4 48 Cub Cadet · Zero-Turn |
Z2 42S Cub Cadet · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44.2 ci (725 cc) | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 24 hp | 21.5 hp |
| Engine Make | Kohler® | Kawasaki® |
| Start Type | Ignition Key | Ignition Key |
| Engine Model | Pro 7000 series | FR Series |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 42 in (1067 mm) |
| Blades | 3 | 2 |
| Min Cut Height | 1 in (25 mm) | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.8 in (121 mm) | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Deck Material | 10-gauge steel with 2-gauge reinforcement | 11-gauge steel |
| Deck Construction | Reinforced Fabricated | Fabricated |
| Deck Gauge | 10 | 11 |
| Cut Positions | 17 | 15 |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear ZT 3100 | Hydro-Gear EZT 2200 |
| Ground Speed | 8 mph | 7 mph |
| Drive System | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Reverse Speed | 3.5 mph | 3.5 mph |
| Dimensions | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 5.5 gal (20.8 L) | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 4 yr | 3 yr |
ZTXS4 48: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — cubcadet.com.
Z2 42S: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — cubcadet.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.