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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.
- Kubota Z724XKWNC-48 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
- Scag Tiger Cat II — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- Z724XKWNC-48 uses a Kawasaki FX730V engine; Tiger Cat II uses a Kawasaki® FX Series engine. The engine maker builds the engine; the mower maker chooses the model, rating and fit, so the badge alone does not settle output or longevity.
- Z724XKWNC-48 has Belt drive; Tiger Cat II has Dual Pump and Motor drive.
- Z724XKWNC-48 holds 11.6 gal (43.9 L) of fuel; Tiger Cat II holds 9.5 gal (36 L) of fuel, a 2.1 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.
- Z724XKWNC-48 has a 23.5 hp engine; Tiger Cat II has a 22 hp engine, a 1.5 hp difference. Published horsepower is the maker's rating at a stated engine speed. It is a different measure from displacement, and two engines of equal rating can pull differently.
- Z724XKWNC-48 has a published top speed of 11.2 mph; Tiger Cat II has a published top speed of 12 mph, a 0.8 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Calculated by MowerFacts
- Z724XKWNC-48 works out to 4.3 acres/hour; Tiger Cat II works out to 4.7 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
- Displacement: not published for Tiger Cat II.
- Transmission: not published for Tiger Cat II.
- Fuel Type: not published for Tiger Cat II.
- Deck Construction: not published for Z724XKWNC-48.
- Price: Z724XKWNC-48 is dealer quote only.
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 | Z724XKWNC-48 Kubota · Zero-Turn |
Tiger Cat II Scag · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | $11,729–$14,349 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (726 cc) | — |
| Engine Power | 23.5 hp | 22 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki FX730V | Kawasaki® FX Series |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1 in (25 mm) | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 5 in (127 mm) | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Deck Construction | — | Tri-plate cutter deck constructed of 3 steel plates totaling nearly 1/2″ of steel. Reinforcement plates at cutter deck spindles. |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Parker HTG14 | — |
| Ground Speed | 11.2 mph | 12 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | — | 24″ x 9.5″-12″ (48″ and 52″)24″ x 12″-12″ (61″) |
| Reverse Speed | — | 5 mph |
| Drive System | Belt | Dual Pump and Motor |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1186 lbs (538.1 kg) | 1175 lbs (533 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.6 gal (43.9 L) | 9.5 gal (36 L) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | — | 4-point iso-mounted mid-back mounted on operator-suspension platform |
Where these models differ, explained
Z724XKWNC-48: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kubotausa.com.
Tiger Cat II: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — scag.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.