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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.
- Hustler Turf Dash XD — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
- Kubota Z242KH-48 — 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.
- Dash XD uses a Kawasaki engine; Z242KH-48 uses a Kohler KT725 engine. The engine maker builds the engine; the mower maker chooses the model, rating and fit, so the badge alone does not settle output or longevity.
- Dash XD holds 2 gal (7.6 L) of fuel; Z242KH-48 holds 4.3 gal (16.3 L) of fuel, a 2.3 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.
- Dash XD has a Hydro-Gear ZT-1800® transmission; Z242KH-48 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.
- Dash XD has a published top speed of 6 mph; Z242KH-48 has a published top speed of 8 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.
- Dash XD has a 18 hp engine; Z242KH-48 has a 22 hp engine, a 4 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.
1 more difference, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- Dash XD has a 36.8 ci (603 cc) engine; Z242KH-48 has a 44.2 ci (725 cc) engine, a 7.4 ci difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- Dash XD works out to 2.3 acres/hour; Z242KH-48 works out to 3.1 acres/hour, a 0.8 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
- Weight: not published for Z242KH-48.
- Warranty: not published for Z242KH-48.
- Fuel Type: not published for Dash XD.
- Drive System: not published for Dash XD.
- Cut height range: not published for Z242KH-48.
- Price: Z242KH-48 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 | Dash XD Hustler Turf · Zero-Turn |
Z242KH-48 Kubota · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $4,149 | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 36.8 ci (603 cc) | 44.2 ci (725 cc) |
| Engine Power | 18 hp | 22 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki | Kohler KT725 |
| Fuel Type | — | Gasoline |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | — |
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) | — |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear ZT-1800® | Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 |
| Ground Speed | 6 mph | 8 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 18 X 8.5 - 8 BigBite™ | 22 x 10 - 14 |
| Drive System | — | Belt |
| Drive Type | Dual Hydrostatic | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 490 lbs (222.3 kg) | — |
| Fuel Capacity | 2 gal (7.6 L) | 4.3 gal (16.3 L) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | Bolstered seat with built-in lumbar support | — |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 2 yr | — |
Where these models differ, explained
Dash XD: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — hustlerturf.com.
Z242KH-48: 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.