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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 Z751KWi-48 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
- Bad Boy Mowers ZT Elite — 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.
- Z751KWi-48 uses a Kawasaki FX730V EFI engine; ZT Elite uses a Kohler 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.
- Z751KWi-48 has a published top speed of 11.2 mph; ZT Elite has a published top speed of 7 mph, a 4.2 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
- Z751KWi-48 has a Parker HTG14 transmission; ZT Elite has a Dual Hydro Gear 3100 transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- Z751KWi-48 weighs 1,215 lbs (551.1 kg); ZT Elite weighs 811 lbs (368 kg), a 404 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What Z751KWi-48's weight means for a trailer ›
- Z751KWi-48 holds 11.6 gal (43.9 L) of fuel; ZT Elite holds 6.5 gal (24.6 L) of fuel, a 5.1 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.
3 more differences, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- Z751KWi-48 has a steel deck; ZT Elite has a 3/16" or 7-Gauge Thick Solid Steel deck.
- Z751KWi-48 cuts from 1 in (25 mm) to 5 in (127 mm); ZT Elite cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 4.5 in (114 mm).
- Z751KWi-48 has a 44.3 ci (726 cc) engine; ZT Elite has a 45.6 ci (747 cc) engine, a 1.3 ci difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- Z751KWi-48 works out to 4.3 acres/hour; ZT Elite works out to 2.7 acres/hour, a 1.6 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
- Fuel Type: not published for ZT Elite.
- Deck Construction: not published for Z751KWi-48.
- Drive System: not published for ZT Elite.
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 | Z751KWi-48 Kubota · Zero-Turn |
ZT Elite Bad Boy Mowers · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (726 cc) | 45.6 ci (747 cc) |
| Engine Power | 25.5 hp | 26 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki FX730V EFI | Kohler |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1 in (25 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 5 in (127 mm) | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Deck Material | steel | 3/16" or 7-Gauge Thick Solid Steel |
| Deck Construction | — | 7 Gauge/4.5mm |
| Deck Gauge | 8 | 7 |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Parker HTG14 | Dual Hydro Gear 3100 |
| Ground Speed | 11.2 mph | 7 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | — | 22x10-10 Turf |
| Drive System | Belt | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1215 lbs (551.1 kg) | 811 lbs (368 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.6 gal (43.9 L) | 6.5 gal (24.6 L) |
| Length | — | 74.5 in (1892 mm) |
| Height | — | 46 in (1168 mm) |
Where these models differ, explained
Z751KWi-48: Specs verified against the retailer listing on Jun 6, 2026 — allmachines.com.
ZT Elite: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — badboycountry.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.