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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.
- Husqvarna MZ 48 Special Edition — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
- Hustler Turf Raptor XL — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- MZ 48 Special Edition has a Hydrostatic transmission; Raptor XL has a Hydro-Gear ZT-2200 transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- MZ 48 Special Edition lists at $5,999; Raptor XL lists at $4,849, a $1,150 difference. List price is the maker's own figure before tax, freight and dealer setup. Dealers set the final price.
- MZ 48 Special Edition holds 5 gal (18.9 L) of fuel; Raptor XL holds 3.5 gal (13.2 L) of fuel, a 1.5 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.
- MZ 48 Special Edition has a published top speed of 8.5 mph; Raptor XL has a published top speed of 7 mph, a 1.5 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
- MZ 48 Special Edition weighs 740 lbs (335.7 kg); Raptor XL weighs 623 lbs (282.6 kg), a 117 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What MZ 48 Special Edition's weight means for a trailer ›
calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Calculated by MowerFacts
- MZ 48 Special Edition works out to 3.3 acres/hour; Raptor XL works out to 2.7 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
- Warranty: not published for MZ 48 Special Edition.
- Blades: not published for Raptor XL.
- Deck Material: not published for Raptor XL.
- Discharge: not published for Raptor XL.
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 | MZ 48 Special Edition Husqvarna · Zero-Turn |
Raptor XL Hustler Turf · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $5,999 | $4,849 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44.2 ci (724.3 cc) | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 23 hp | 23 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki | Kawasaki FR691 |
| Engine Model | FR Series | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Blades | 3 | — |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Deck Material | Steel | — |
| Anti-Scalp Rollers | Yes | — |
| Discharge | Collect/Mulch/Side discharge | — |
| Cut Positions | 13 | — |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydro-Gear ZT-2200 |
| Ground Speed | 8.5 mph | 7 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | — | 20 x 8-8 VersaTrack |
| Drive Type | — | Dual Hydrostatic |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 740 lbs (335.7 kg) | 623 lbs (282.6 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 5 gal (18.9 L) | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
| Length | 75.5 in (1918 mm) | 71.7 in (1821 mm) |
| Width | — | 58.6 in (1488 mm) |
| Height | 42 in (1067 mm) | 42.6 in (1082 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | Full suspension, arm rests | 20" Bolstered high-back seat with armrests |
| General | ||
| Warranty | — | 3 yr |
Where these models differ, explained
MZ 48 Special Edition: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — husqvarna.com.
Raptor XL: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — hustlerturf.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.