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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 ZTXS4 48 — prosumer: larger home properties and light acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
- Husqvarna Z 275X 48 in — prosumer: larger home properties and light acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- ZTXS4 48 lists at $7,899; Z 275X 48 in lists at $4,599, a $3,300 difference. List price is the maker's own figure before tax, freight and dealer setup. Dealers set the final price.
- ZTXS4 48 uses a Kohler® engine; Z 275X 48 in 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.
- ZTXS4 48 has a Hydro-Gear ZT 3100 transmission; Z 275X 48 in 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.
- ZTXS4 48 holds 5.5 gal (20.8 L) of fuel; Z 275X 48 in holds 3.5 gal (13.2 L) of fuel, a 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.
- ZTXS4 48 has a Reinforced Fabricated deck; Z 275X 48 in has a Fabricated deck.
3 more differences, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- ZTXS4 48 has a 10-gauge steel with 2-gauge reinforcement deck; Z 275X 48 in has a Steel deck.
- ZTXS4 48 cuts from 1 in (25 mm) to 4.8 in (121 mm); Z 275X 48 in cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 4 in (102 mm).
- ZTXS4 48 has a published top speed of 8 mph; Z 275X 48 in has a published top speed of 6.5 mph, a 1.5 mph difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- ZTXS4 48 works out to 3.1 acres/hour; Z 275X 48 in works out to 2.5 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
- Weight: not published for ZTXS4 48.
- Warranty: not published for Z 275X 48 in.
- Drive System: not published for Z 275X 48 in.
- Discharge: not published for ZTXS4 48.
- Start Type: not published for Z 275X 48 in.
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.
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| Spec | ZTXS4 48 Cub Cadet · Zero-Turn |
Z 275X 48 in Husqvarna · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $7,899 | $4,599 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44.2 ci (725 cc) | 44.3 ci (725.9 cc) |
| Engine Power | 24 hp | 24 hp |
| Engine Make | Kohler® | Kawasaki |
| Engine Model | Pro 7000 series | FR Series |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Start Type | Ignition Key | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Blades | 3 | 3 |
| Min Cut Height | 1 in (25 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.8 in (121 mm) | 4 in (102 mm) |
| Deck Material | 10-gauge steel with 2-gauge reinforcement | Steel |
| Deck Construction | Reinforced Fabricated | Fabricated |
| Deck Gauge | 10 | 10 |
| Discharge | — | Collect/Mulch/Side discharge |
| Cut Positions | 17 | — |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear ZT 3100 | Hydrostatic |
| Ground Speed | 8 mph | 6.5 mph |
| Reverse Speed | 3.5 mph | — |
| Drive System | Hydrostatic | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | — | 581 lbs (263.5 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.5 gal (20.8 L) | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 4 yr | — |
Where these models differ, explained
ZTXS4 48: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — cubcadet.com.
Z 275X 48 in: 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.