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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 Z242F — prosumer: larger home properties and light acreage; 42-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 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- Z242F lists at $3,799; MZ 48 Special Edition lists at $5,999, a $2,200 difference. List price is the maker's own figure before tax, freight and dealer setup. Dealers set the final price.
- Z242F holds 3.5 gal (13.2 L) of fuel; MZ 48 Special Edition holds 5 gal (18.9 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.
- Z242F has a published top speed of 6.5 mph; MZ 48 Special Edition has a published top speed of 8.5 mph, a 2 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
- Z242F weighs 582 lbs (264 kg); MZ 48 Special Edition weighs 740 lbs (335.7 kg), a 158 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What Z242F's weight means for a trailer ›
- Z242F has a 42 in (1,067 mm) deck; MZ 48 Special Edition has a 48 in (1,219 mm) deck, a 6 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 ›
3 more differences, calculated figures
Other verified differences
- Z242F has 2 blades; MZ 48 Special Edition has 3 blades.
- Z242F cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 4 in (102 mm); MZ 48 Special Edition cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 4.5 in (114 mm).
- Z242F has a 21.5 hp engine; MZ 48 Special Edition has a 23 hp engine, a 1.5 hp difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- Z242F works out to 2.2 acres/hour; MZ 48 Special Edition works out to 3.3 acres/hour, a 1.1 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 | Z242F Husqvarna · Zero-Turn |
MZ 48 Special Edition Husqvarna · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $3,799 | $5,999 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (725.9 cc) | 44.2 ci (724.3 cc) |
| Engine Power | 21.5 hp | 23 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki | Kawasaki |
| Engine Model | FR Series | FR Series |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 42 in (1067 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Blades | 2 | 3 |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4 in (102 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 | 6 | 13 |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Ground Speed | 6.5 mph | 8.5 mph |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 582 lbs (264 kg) | 740 lbs (335.7 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) | 5 gal (18.9 L) |
| Length | 75 in (1905 mm) | 75.5 in (1918 mm) |
| Height | 40 in (1016 mm) | 42 in (1067 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | 15" high back | Full suspension, arm rests |
Where these models differ, explained
Z242F: 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.