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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.
- Ferris 300R Zero Turn Mower (42 in / 5902205) — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 42-inch deck; gas powered
- Spartan Spartan Shield — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 42-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- 300R Zero Turn Mower (42 in / 5902205) uses a Kawasaki® engine; Spartan Shield uses a Spartan 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.
- 300R Zero Turn Mower (42 in / 5902205) holds 3 gal (11.4 L) of fuel; Spartan Shield holds 5 gal (18.9 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.
- 300R Zero Turn Mower (42 in / 5902205) lists at $5,169; Spartan Shield lists at $4,299, a $870 difference. List price is the maker's own figure before tax, freight and dealer setup. Dealers set the final price.
- 300R Zero Turn Mower (42 in / 5902205) weighs 556 lbs (252.2 kg); Spartan Shield weighs 682 lbs (309.4 kg), a 126 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What 300R Zero Turn Mower (42 in / 5902205)'s weight means for a trailer ›
- 300R Zero Turn Mower (42 in / 5902205) cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 4.5 in (114 mm); Spartan Shield cuts from 1 in (25 mm) to 5 in (127 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
- 300R Zero Turn Mower (42 in / 5902205) has a published top speed of 8 mph; Spartan Shield has a published top speed of 7 mph, a 1 mph difference.
- 300R Zero Turn Mower (42 in / 5902205) has a 21.5 hp engine; Spartan Shield has a 22 hp engine, a 0.5 hp difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- 300R Zero Turn Mower (42 in / 5902205) works out to 2.7 acres/hour; Spartan Shield works out to 2.4 acres/hour, a 0.3 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
- Displacement: not published for Spartan Shield.
- Transmission: not published for Spartan Shield.
- Fuel Type: not published for Spartan Shield.
- Deck Material: not published for Spartan Shield.
- Deck Construction: not published for 300R Zero Turn Mower (42 in / 5902205).
- Start Type: not published for Spartan Shield.
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 | 300R Zero Turn Mower (42 in / 5902205) Ferris · Zero-Turn |
Spartan Shield Spartan · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $5,169 | $4,299 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (726 cc) | — |
| Engine Power | 21.5 hp | 22 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki® | Spartan |
| Fuel Type | Gas | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Start Type | Electric | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 42 in (1067 mm) | 42 in (1067 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Deck Material | 12-gauge, Fabricated | — |
| Deck Construction | — | 4" |
| Deck Gauge | 12 | — |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear® ZT-2800 | — |
| Ground Speed | 8 mph | 7 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | — | 20x7-10 Carlisle Turf Armor |
| Reverse Speed | 4 mph | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 556 lbs (252.2 kg) | 682 lbs (309.4 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 3 gal (11.4 L) | 5 gal (18.9 L) |
| Length | 73.5 in (1867 mm) | 81 in (2057 mm) |
| Width | — | 43.5 in (1105 mm) |
| Height | — | 44 in (1118 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Frame Construction | — | 1.5" by 3" Powder Coated Frame |
| Seat Type | — | Comfortable, Custom Design |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 3 yr | 3 yr |
Where these models differ, explained
300R Zero Turn Mower (42 in / 5902205): Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — ferrismowers.com.
Spartan Shield: 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.