Kubota T2290KWNC-42
Riding (Lawn Tractor) mower · Model T2290KWNC-42 · Commercial-duty · Gas
Kubota doesn’t publish a list price for this model — it’s dealer quote only. The Kubota product page is the place to start.
- Weighs 622 lb
- On a 6×12 trailer 1,522 lb towed, single-axle 3,500 lb
- Mows an acre in 44 min (31 at top speed) How long for your yard? ›
- How these are worked out ›
The Kubota T2290KWNC-42 is a commercial-grade gas lawn tractor, built for daily professional use, with a 42-inch deck and a 726cc engine making 21.5 hp. It weighs 622 lb (282.1 kg).
At a glance
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Engine
| Power Source | gas |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 21.5 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki FR651V |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 42 in (1067 mm) |
|---|
Drive
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear T3HD |
|---|---|
| Ground Speed | 5.7 mph |
| Drive System | Belt |
Dimensions
| Weight | 622 lbs (282.1 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 3.6 gal (13.6 L) |
Professional use
How the T2290KWNC-42 fits commercial and high-acreage work, from the specs we have. Duty class: Commercial.
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| Deck width | 42 in |
|---|---|
| Engine make | Kawasaki FR651V |
| Engine displacement | 726 cc |
| Engine power | 21.5 hp |
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear T3HD |
| Ground speed | 5.7 mph |
| Fuel capacity | 13.6 L |
| Weight | 282.1 kg |
Kubota doesn’t publish 11 of these for the T2290KWNC-42: drive type, cut-height range, warranty, commercial warranty, deck construction, deck gauge, spindle type, frame construction, anti-scalp rollers, drive tire size, seat type.
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Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kubotausa.com.
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What the parts on this spec sheet mean
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What the specs work out to
Figures MowerFacts computes from Kubota’s own numbers — not published by the manufacturer.
Mowing time
- ¼ acre11 min 8 min
- ½ acre22 min 16 min
- 1 acre44 min 31 min
- 2 acres1 h 29 min 1 h 2 min
- 5 acres3 h 42 min 2 h 35 min
About 44 min per acre at 1.35 acres/hour, mowing at 4.0 mph. The second figure is at the published 5.7 mph top speed (1.93 acres/hour) — faster than anyone really mows. About 4.9 acres per tank.
Weight & hauling
- Machine weight622 lb
- + 6×12 trailer900 lb
- Towed weight1,522 lb
- single-axle 3,500 lbCarries it, 1,978 lb spare
- tandem-axle 7,000 lbCarries it, 5,478 lb spare
Needs a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer and a vehicle rated to tow at least 1,522 lb.
Gate & trailer fit
- 32 in gateToo wide
- 36 in gateToo wide
- 48 in gateToo wide
Needs at least 49 in of clearance (estimated).
Power & run time
- Power per deck inch0.512 hp/in
- Run time per tank~3.6 h
Mowing times assume 1.35 acres/hour: deck width x 4.0 mph at 80% efficiency, which allows for overlap, turns and trimming. 4.0 mph is 70% of the 5.7 mph top speed Kubota publishes - almost nobody mows flat out. The "at top speed" figure is the same sum at 5.7 mph, shown so you can see it.
Fit uses the deck width plus 6 in for the discharge chute, because Kubota doesn't publish an overall width — measure before buying if a gate is tight.
Towed weight adds a 900 lb allowance for a 6x12 open utility trailer to Kubota's published machine weight. Your trailer's own weight is on its VIN plate. Tongue weight, axle placement and your vehicle's tow rating are still yours to check — this is the load, not a loading plan.
Run time assumes a typical 1 gal/hour burn at working load; real consumption varies with engine, load and cut.
Kubota T2290KWNC-42 questions
What size deck is on the Kubota T2290KWNC-42?
The Kubota T2290KWNC-42 has a 42-inch (1067 mm) cutting deck.
What engine is in the Kubota T2290KWNC-42?
The Kubota T2290KWNC-42 is powered by a Kawasaki FR651V, 726 cc, 21.5 hp. Horsepower is the manufacturer's own rating.
How much does the Kubota T2290KWNC-42 weigh?
The Kubota T2290KWNC-42 weighs 622 lb (282.1 kg) as specified by Kubota.
What size trailer do I need for the Kubota T2290KWNC-42?
At 622 lb, the Kubota T2290KWNC-42 on a typical 6x12 open utility trailer (about 900 lb empty) is roughly 1,522 lb of towed weight. That is within a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer, and your tow vehicle needs to be rated for at least 1,522 lb. Tongue weight, axle placement and your own trailer's empty weight still have to be checked — this is the arithmetic, not a loading plan.
How fast is the Kubota T2290KWNC-42?
Top ground speed is 5.7 mph. With its 42-inch deck that works out to about 1.93 acres per hour at 80% efficiency — allowing for overlap, turns and trimming.
How long does the Kubota T2290KWNC-42 take to mow an acre?
About 31 min per acre, from its 42-inch deck at 5.7 mph and 80% efficiency — roughly 1.93 acres an hour, so five acres is about 2 h 35 min. Rough or obstacle-heavy ground takes longer; this is deck width times ground speed, not a timed test.
How big is the fuel tank on the Kubota T2290KWNC-42?
The Kubota T2290KWNC-42 holds 3.6 gal (13.6 L) of fuel.
How much does the Kubota T2290KWNC-42 cost?
Kubota doesn't publish a list price for the Kubota T2290KWNC-42 — it's sold on a dealer quote. MowerFacts records prices only where the manufacturer publishes them.
What is the Kubota T2290KWNC-42 built for?
Commercial-duty riding mower. Built for daily, paid commercial use.
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