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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 MZ54 ROPS — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 54-inch deck
- Kubota Z252KW-54 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 54-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 4 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- MZ54 ROPS has a Hydrostatic transmission; Z252KW-54 has a Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- MZ54 ROPS holds 5 gal (18.9 L) of fuel; Z252KW-54 holds 4.3 gal (16.3 L) of fuel, a 0.7 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.
- MZ54 ROPS weighs 810 lbs (367.4 kg); Z252KW-54 weighs 860 lbs (390.1 kg), a 50 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What MZ54 ROPS's weight means for a trailer ›
- MZ54 ROPS has a published top speed of 8.5 mph; Z252KW-54 has a published top speed of 8 mph, a 0.5 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
- MZ54 ROPS works out to 3.7 acres/hour; Z252KW-54 works out to 3.5 acres/hour, a 0.2 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
- Blades: not published for Z252KW-54.
- Fuel Type: not published for MZ54 ROPS.
- Deck Material: not published for Z252KW-54.
- Drive System: not published for MZ54 ROPS.
- Discharge: not published for Z252KW-54.
- Cut height range: not published for Z252KW-54.
- Price: Z252KW-54 is dealer quote only.
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 | MZ54 ROPS Husqvarna · Zero-Turn |
Z252KW-54 Kubota · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $6,399 | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | — | gas |
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (725.9 cc) | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 24 hp | 24 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki | Kawasaki FR730V |
| Engine Model | FR Series | — |
| Fuel Type | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 54 in (1372 mm) | 54 in (1372 mm) |
| Blades | 3 | — |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | — |
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) | — |
| Deck Material | Steel | — |
| Deck Gauge | — | 10 |
| Discharge | Collect/Mulch/Side discharge | — |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 |
| Ground Speed | 8.5 mph | 8 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | — | 22 x 10 - 14 |
| Drive System | — | Belt |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 810 lbs (367.4 kg) | 860 lbs (390.1 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 5 gal (18.9 L) | 4.3 gal (16.3 L) |
| Length | — | 74.4 in (1890 mm) |
| Width | — | 67.3 in (1710 mm) |
| Height | — | 68.4 in (1737 mm) |
Where these models differ, explained
MZ54 ROPS: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — husqvarna.com.
Z252KW-54: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kubotausa.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.