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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.
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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.
- Gravely PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 52-inch deck; gas powered
- Gravely COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 34-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI has a 27 hp engine; COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI has a 15.5 hp engine, a 11.5 hp difference. Published horsepower is the maker's rating at a stated engine speed. It is a different measure from displacement, and two engines of equal rating can pull differently.
- PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI weighs 1,355 lbs (614.6 kg); COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI weighs 737 lbs (334.3 kg), a 618 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI's weight means for a trailer ›
- PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI has a 52 in (1,321 mm) deck; COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI has a 34 in (864 mm) deck, a 18 in difference. Deck width sets how much grass each pass covers. Mowing time also depends on ground speed, turns and obstacles, so a wider deck alone does not fix the job's length. Time both decks on your own lawn ›
- PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI has a published top speed of 13 mph; COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI has a published top speed of 7 mph, a 6 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
- PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI lists at $11,999; COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI lists at $8,099, a $3,900 difference. List price is the maker's own figure before tax, freight and dealer setup. Dealers set the final price.
5 more differences, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI holds 13.4 gal (50.7 L) of fuel; COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI holds 7.2 gal (27.2 L) of fuel, a 6.2 gal difference.
- PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI has a Fabricated X-Factor® II deck; COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI has a Fabricated X-Factor® 3 deck.
- PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI has a 7 ga deck; COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI has a 10 ga deck.
- PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI has Hydro-Gear® ZT-5400 Transaxles drive; COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI has Hydro-Gear® ZT-3100® Transaxles drive.
- PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI has a 52 ci (852 cc) engine; COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI has a 36.8 ci (603 cc) engine, a 15.2 ci difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI works out to 5.5 acres/hour; COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI works out to 1.9 acres/hour, a 3.5 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
- Cut height range: not published for COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI.
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 | PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI Gravely · Zero-Turn |
COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI Gravely · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $11,999 | $8,099 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 52 ci (852 cc) | 36.8 ci (603 cc) |
| Engine Power | 27 hp | 15.5 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki® | Kawasaki® |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| Engine Model | FX850V | FX481V |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 52 in (1321 mm) | 34 in (864 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | — |
| Max Cut Height | 5.5 in (140 mm) | — |
| Deck Material | 7 ga | 10 ga |
| Deck Construction | Fabricated X-Factor® II | Fabricated X-Factor® 3 |
| Deck Gauge | 7 | 10 |
| Discharge | Side | Side |
| Drive | ||
| Ground Speed | 13 mph | 7 mph |
| Reverse Speed | 6 mph | 3 mph |
| Drive System | Hydro-Gear® ZT-5400 Transaxles | Hydro-Gear® ZT-3100® Transaxles |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1355 lbs (614.6 kg) | 737 lbs (334.3 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.4 gal (50.7 L) | 7.2 gal (27.2 L) |
Where these models differ, explained
PRO-TURN 252 KAWASAKI: Specs verified against the retailer listing on Jun 6, 2026 — gravely.com.
COMPACT-PRO 34 KAWASAKI: Specs verified against the retailer listing on Jun 6, 2026 — allmachines.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.