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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 Raptor XDX — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 60-inch deck; gas powered
- Husqvarna MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 61-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- Raptor XDX has a Hydro-Gear ZT-3100® transmission; MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition has a Hydrostatic transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- Raptor XDX holds 3 gal (11.4 L) of fuel; MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition holds 5 gal (18.9 L) of fuel, a 2 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.
- Raptor XDX weighs 710 lbs (322.1 kg); MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition weighs 844 lbs (382.8 kg), a 134 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What Raptor XDX's weight means for a trailer ›
- Raptor XDX has a published top speed of 8 mph; MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition has a published top speed of 8.5 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.
- Raptor XDX lists at $6,749; MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition lists at $6,999, a $250 difference. List price is the maker's own figure before tax, freight and dealer setup. Dealers set the final price.
calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Calculated by MowerFacts
- Raptor XDX works out to 3.9 acres/hour; MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition works out to 4.2 acres/hour, a 0.3 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 ROPS Special Edition.
- Blades: not published for Raptor XDX.
- Deck Material: not published for Raptor XDX.
- Deck Construction: not published for MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition.
- Discharge: not published for Raptor XDX.
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 | Raptor XDX Hustler Turf · Zero-Turn |
MZ 61 ROPS Special Edition Husqvarna · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $6,749 | $6,999 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (726 cc) | 44.3 ci (725.9 cc) |
| Engine Power | 24 hp | 24 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki FR730 | Kawasaki |
| Engine Model | — | FR Series |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 60 in (1524 mm) | 61 in (1549 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 |
| Deck Construction | fabricated | — |
| Deck Gauge | 10 | — |
| Anti-Scalp Rollers | — | Yes |
| Discharge | — | Collect/Mulch/Side discharge |
| Cut Positions | — | 12 |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear ZT-3100® | Hydrostatic |
| Ground Speed | 8 mph | 8.5 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 22 x 11-10 BigBite™ | — |
| Drive Type | Dual Hydrostatic | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 710 lbs (322.1 kg) | 844 lbs (382.8 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 3 gal (11.4 L) | 5 gal (18.9 L) |
| Length | 71.1 in (1806 mm) | 75.5 in (1918 mm) |
| Width | 62.2 in (1580 mm) | — |
| Height | 43.7 in (1110 mm) | 46.5 in (1181 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | Bolstered extra high-back seat with armrests and built-in lumbar support | 18" high back |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 3 yr | — |
Where these models differ, explained
Raptor XDX: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — hustlerturf.com.
MZ 61 ROPS 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.