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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.
- Dixie Chopper BlackHawk 48 in (2448KW) — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
- Spartan Spartan RZ-XD — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 1 difference that matter most, from the published figures.
- BlackHawk 48 in (2448KW) holds 6.8 gal (25.7 L) of fuel; Spartan RZ-XD holds 9.5 gal (36 L) of fuel, a 2.7 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.
what isn’t comparable
Not comparable
- Weight: not published for BlackHawk 48 in (2448KW).
- Ground Speed: not published for BlackHawk 48 in (2448KW).
- Warranty: not published for BlackHawk 48 in (2448KW).
- Transmission: not published for Spartan RZ-XD.
- Deck Construction: not published for BlackHawk 48 in (2448KW).
- Cut height range: not published for BlackHawk 48 in (2448KW).
- Price: BlackHawk 48 in (2448KW) 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 | BlackHawk 48 in (2448KW) Dixie Chopper · Zero-Turn |
Spartan RZ-XD Spartan · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | $9,499 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Power | 24 hp | 24 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki® FT | Kawasaki |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | — | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | — | 4.8 in (121 mm) |
| Deck Construction | — | 5" Deep, Reinforced 7 Gauge Full-Floating Deck |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Parker HTE | — |
| Ground Speed | — | 9 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | — | 24x12-12 Reapers |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | — | 907 lbs (411.4 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 6.8 gal (25.7 L) | 9.5 gal (36 L) |
| Length | — | 84 in (2134 mm) |
| Height | — | 75 in (1905 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Frame Construction | — | 1.5" by 3" Powder Coated Fusion-Bonded Solid Steel Bridge Frame |
| Seat Type | — | Dymetrol Seat with 360 Degree Floating Seat Platform |
| General | ||
| Warranty | — | 3 yr |
Where these models differ, explained
Spartan RZ-XD: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — joinspartannation.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.