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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 Z781KWTi-60 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 60-inch deck; gas powered
- Kubota Z242KW-48 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck; gas powered
| Spec | Z781KWTi-60 Kubota · Zero-Turn |
Z242KW-48 Kubota · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 52 ci (852 cc) | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 29.5 hp | 21.5 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki FX850-EFI | Kawasaki FR651V |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 60 in (1524 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1 in (25 mm) | — |
| Max Cut Height | 5.5 in (140 mm) | — |
| Deck Material | — | 10Ga |
| Deck Gauge | 8 | 10 |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Parker HTG14 | Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 |
| Ground Speed | 11.2 mph | 8 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | — | 22 x 10 - 14 |
| Drive System | Belt | Belt |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1285 lbs (583 kg) | 844 lbs (382.8 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.6 gal (43.9 L) | 4.3 gal (16.3 L) |
Z781KWTi-60: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — pubkubota.kubota.ca.
Z242KW-48: 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.