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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.
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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.
- Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 61-inch deck; gas powered
- Husqvarna MZ 48 Special Edition — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 4 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition has a 61 in (1,549 mm) deck; MZ 48 Special Edition has a 48 in (1,219 mm) deck, a 13 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 ›
- MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition lists at $6,999; MZ 48 Special Edition lists at $5,999, a $1,000 difference. List price is the maker's own figure before tax, freight and dealer setup. Dealers set the final price.
- MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition weighs 844 lbs (382.8 kg); MZ 48 Special Edition weighs 740 lbs (335.7 kg), a 104 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition's weight means for a trailer ›
- MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition has a 24 hp engine; MZ 48 Special Edition has a 23 hp engine, a 1 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.
calculated figures
Calculated by MowerFacts
- MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition works out to 4.2 acres/hour; MZ 48 Special Edition works out to 3.3 acres/hour, a 0.9 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.
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 61 ROPS Special Edition Husqvarna · Zero-Turn |
MZ 48 Special Edition Husqvarna · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $6,999 | $5,999 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (725.9 cc) | 44.2 ci (724.3 cc) |
| Engine Power | 24 hp | 23 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki | Kawasaki |
| Engine Model | FR Series | FR Series |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 61 in (1549 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Blades | 3 | 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 | Steel |
| Anti-Scalp Rollers | Yes | Yes |
| Discharge | Collect/Mulch/Side discharge | Collect/Mulch/Side discharge |
| Cut Positions | 12 | 13 |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Ground Speed | 8.5 mph | 8.5 mph |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 844 lbs (382.8 kg) | 740 lbs (335.7 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 5 gal (18.9 L) | 5 gal (18.9 L) |
| Length | 75.5 in (1918 mm) | 75.5 in (1918 mm) |
| Height | 46.5 in (1181 mm) | 42 in (1067 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | 18" high back | Full suspension, arm rests |
Where these models differ, explained
MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — husqvarna.com.
MZ 48 Special Edition: 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.