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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.
- Husqvarna MZ 61 Special Edition — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 61-inch deck; gas powered
- Hustler Turf Raptor XD — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 60-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- MZ 61 Special Edition has a Hydrostatic transmission; Raptor XD has a Tuff Torq TZ350 transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- MZ 61 Special Edition holds 5 gal (18.9 L) of fuel; Raptor XD 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 61 Special Edition lists at $6,799; Raptor XD lists at $5,849, a $950 difference. List price is the maker's own figure before tax, freight and dealer setup. Dealers set the final price.
- MZ 61 Special Edition weighs 770 lbs (349.3 kg); Raptor XD weighs 681 lbs (308.9 kg), a 89 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What MZ 61 Special Edition's weight means for a trailer ›
- MZ 61 Special Edition has a published top speed of 8.5 mph; Raptor XD has a published top speed of 7.5 mph, a 1 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Calculated by MowerFacts
- MZ 61 Special Edition works out to 4.2 acres/hour; Raptor XD works out to 3.6 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 61 Special Edition.
- Blades: not published for Raptor XD.
- Deck Material: not published for Raptor XD.
- Discharge: not published for Raptor XD.
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 Special Edition Husqvarna · Zero-Turn |
Raptor XD Hustler Turf · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $6,799 | $5,849 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (725.9 cc) | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 24 hp | 24 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki | Kawasaki FR730 |
| Engine Model | FR Series | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 61 in (1549 mm) | 60 in (1524 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 | 12 | — |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Tuff Torq TZ350 |
| Ground Speed | 8.5 mph | 7.5 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | — | 20 x 12-8 VersaTrack |
| Drive Type | — | Dual Hydrostatic |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 770 lbs (349.3 kg) | 681 lbs (308.9 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 5 gal (18.9 L) | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
| Length | 81 in (2057 mm) | — |
| Height | 42.5 in (1080 mm) | — |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | Full suspension, arm rests | 20" Bolstered high-back seat with armrests and sliders |
| General | ||
| Warranty | — | 3 yr |
Where these models differ, explained
MZ 61 Special Edition: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — husqvarna.com.
Raptor XD: 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.