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Kubota T2290KWTNC-48

Riding (Lawn Tractor) mower · Model T2290KWTNC-48 · 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.

The Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 is a commercial-grade gas lawn tractor, built for daily professional use, with a 48-inch deck and a 726cc engine making 21.5 hp. It weighs 661 lb (299.8 kg).

At a glance

Power Source
gas
Cutting Width
48 in (1219 mm)
Displacement
44.3 ci (726 cc)
Engine Power
21.5 hp
Transmission
hydrostatic
Weight
661 lbs (299.8 kg)
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Engine

Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 engine specifications
Power Sourcegas
Displacement44.3 ci (726 cc)
Engine Power21.5 hp
Engine MakeKawasaki FR651V
Fuel TypeGasoline

Deck

Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 deck specifications
Cutting Width48 in (1219 mm)
Min Cut Height1 in (25 mm)
Max Cut Height4 in (102 mm)

Drive

Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 drive specifications
Transmissionhydrostatic
Ground Speed6.7 mph
Drive SystemBelt

Dimensions

Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 dimensions specifications
Weight661 lbs (299.8 kg)
Fuel Capacity3.6 gal (13.6 L)

Professional use

How the T2290KWTNC-48 fits commercial and high-acreage work, from the specs we have. Duty class: Commercial.

Acres/hr (80%)
1.82
Acres/hr (100%)
3.25
Deck width
48 in
Ground speed
6.7 mph

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Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 professional and productivity specifications
Deck width48 in
Engine makeKawasaki FR651V
Engine displacement726 cc
Engine power21.5 hp
Transmissionhydrostatic
Ground speed6.7 mph
Cut-height range25 mm – 102 mm
Fuel capacity13.6 L
Weight299.8 kg

Kubota doesn’t publish 10 of these for the T2290KWTNC-48: drive type, 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.

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

What the specs work out to

Figures MowerFacts computes from Kubota’s own numbers — not published by the manufacturer.

Mowing time

  • ¼ acre8 min 6 min
  • ½ acre16 min 12 min
  • 1 acre33 min 23 min
  • 2 acres1 h 6 min 46 min
  • 5 acres2 h 45 min 1 h 55 min

About 33 min per acre at 1.82 acres/hour, mowing at 4.7 mph. The second figure is at the published 6.7 mph top speed (2.6 acres/hour) — faster than anyone really mows. About 6.6 acres per tank.

Weight & hauling

  • Machine weight661 lb
  • + 6×12 trailer900 lb
  • Towed weight1,561 lb
  • single-axle 3,500 lbCarries it, 1,939 lb spare
  • tandem-axle 7,000 lbCarries it, 5,439 lb spare

Needs a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer and a vehicle rated to tow at least 1,561 lb.

Gate & trailer fit

  • 32 in gateToo wide
  • 36 in gateToo wide
  • 48 in gateToo wide

Needs at least 54 in of clearance (estimated).

Power & run time

  • Power per deck inch0.448 hp/in
  • Run time per tank~3.6 h

Mowing times assume 1.82 acres/hour: deck width x 4.7 mph at 80% efficiency, which allows for overlap, turns and trimming. 4.7 mph is 70% of the 6.7 mph top speed Kubota publishes - almost nobody mows flat out. The "at top speed" figure is the same sum at 6.7 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 T2290KWTNC-48 questions

What size deck is on the Kubota T2290KWTNC-48?

The Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 has a 48-inch (1219 mm) cutting deck.

What engine is in the Kubota T2290KWTNC-48?

The Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 is powered by a Kawasaki FR651V, 726 cc, 21.5 hp. Horsepower is the manufacturer's own rating.

How much does the Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 weigh?

The Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 weighs 661 lb (299.8 kg) as specified by Kubota.

What size trailer do I need for the Kubota T2290KWTNC-48?

At 661 lb, the Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 on a typical 6x12 open utility trailer (about 900 lb empty) is roughly 1,561 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 1,561 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 T2290KWTNC-48?

Top ground speed is 6.7 mph. With its 48-inch deck that works out to about 2.6 acres per hour at 80% efficiency — allowing for overlap, turns and trimming.

How long does the Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 take to mow an acre?

About 23 min per acre, from its 48-inch deck at 6.7 mph and 80% efficiency — roughly 2.6 acres an hour, so five acres is about 1 h 55 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 T2290KWTNC-48?

The Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 holds 3.6 gal (13.6 L) of fuel.

How much does the Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 cost?

Kubota doesn't publish a list price for the Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 — it's sold on a dealer quote. MowerFacts records prices only where the manufacturer publishes them.

What is the Kubota T2290KWTNC-48 built for?

Commercial-duty riding mower. Built for daily, paid commercial use.

Source: Kubota (manufacturer) · archived copy

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