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- Kubota Z252KH-54 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 54-inch deck; gas powered
- Kubota Z232KW-42 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 42-inch deck; gas powered
| Spec | Z252KH-54 Kubota · Zero-Turn |
Z232KW-42 Kubota · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 45.6 ci (747 cc) | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 25 hp | 21.5 hp |
| Engine Make | Kohler K745 | Kawasaki FR651V |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 54 in (1372 mm) | 42 in (1067 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) | 4.3 in (108 mm) |
| Deck Material | 10-gauge steel | 10Ga steel |
| Deck Gauge | 10 | 10 |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 | Hydro-Gear ZT-2200 |
| Ground Speed | 8 mph | 6.5 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 22 x 10 - 14 | 18 x 7.5 - 10 |
| Drive System | Belt | Belt |
| Reverse Speed | 4 mph | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 827 lbs (375.2 kg) | 643 lbs (291.7 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.3 gal (16.3 L) | 3.6 gal (13.6 L) |
Z252KH-54: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kubotausa.com.
Z232KW-42: 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.