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Key differences: Super 104 has more weight, a wider cutting deck, a smaller engine and more engine power. Diesel Z has less weight, a narrower cutting deck, a larger engine and less engine power. Objective comparison of stated specs — not a recommendation.
How to read the labels
  • larger / more / wider / faster — this mower has the higher value for that spec.
  • smaller / less / lighter / slower — this mower has the lower value.
  • Labels are directional only; whether more is desirable depends on your needs.
  • Note: a lower deck-gauge number means thicker steel, so for Deck Gauge a smaller number is the more durable deck.
Spec Super 104
Hustler Turf · Commercial
Diesel Z
Hustler Turf · Commercial
Engine
Power Source gas gas
Engine Make Vanguard Big Block EFI Oil Guard, Kawasaki FX1000 EFI Perkins
Displacement 60.6 ci (993 cc) smaller 69 ci (1130 cc) larger
Engine Power 38.5 hp more power 25 hp less power
Deck
Cutting Width 104 in (2642 mm) wider 72 in (1829 mm) narrower
Max Cut Height 5.5 in (140 mm) 5.5 in (140 mm)
Min Cut Height 1 in (25 mm) 1 in (25 mm)
Drive
Transmission Danfoss DDC20 pumps with Parker TG wheel motors Tandem Hydro-Gear 21cc pumps with Parker TG wheel motors
Ground Speed 11 mph slower 11.5 mph faster
Drive Type Dual Hydrostatic Dual Hydrostatic
Dimensions
Weight 2500 lbs (1134 kg) heavier 1711 lbs (776.1 kg) lighter
Fuel Capacity 15 gal (56.8 L) more fuel 14.4 gal (54.5 L) less fuel
General
Warranty 3 yr 3 yr

Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.