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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 ZD1011-48 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 48-inch deck
- Bobcat ZT3000 Zero-Turn Mower — 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.
- ZD1011-48 weighs 1,296 lbs (587.9 kg); ZT3000 Zero-Turn Mower weighs 758 lbs (343.8 kg), a 538 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What ZD1011-48's weight means for a trailer ›
- ZD1011-48 has a 2-HST w/ gear reduction transmission; ZT3000 Zero-Turn Mower has a HG ZT-3100 Hydrostatic Transaxles transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- ZD1011-48 holds 6 gal (22.7 L) of fuel; ZT3000 Zero-Turn Mower holds 3.8 gal (14.4 L) of fuel, a 2.2 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.
- ZD1011-48 has a published top speed of 9 mph; ZT3000 Zero-Turn Mower has a published top speed of 8 mph, a 1 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
- ZD1011-48 has a 47.5 ci (778 cc) engine; ZT3000 Zero-Turn Mower has a 44.3 ci (726 cc) engine, a 3.2 ci difference. Displacement is the engine's size, not its output. A larger engine is not necessarily a more powerful one.
1 more difference, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- ZD1011-48 has a 19.3 hp engine; ZT3000 Zero-Turn Mower has a 20 hp engine, a 0.7 hp difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- ZD1011-48 works out to 3.5 acres/hour; ZT3000 Zero-Turn Mower works out to 3.1 acres/hour, a 0.4 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
- Engine Make: not published for ZT3000 Zero-Turn Mower.
- Fuel Type: not published for ZT3000 Zero-Turn Mower.
- Deck Construction: not published for ZD1011-48.
- Drive System: not published for ZT3000 Zero-Turn Mower.
- Cut height range: not published for ZD1011-48.
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 | ZD1011-48 Kubota · Commercial |
ZT3000 Zero-Turn Mower Bobcat · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | diesel | gas |
| Engine Make | Kubota D782-E4-ZD-3 | — |
| Displacement | 47.5 ci (778 cc) | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 19.3 hp | 20 hp |
| Engine Model | — | Kaw FT651V |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Deck Construction | — | TufDeck Pro 10-gauge Top with 7-gauge Spindle Supports; 7-gauge Side Skirts |
| Min Cut Height | — | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Blade Tip Speed | — | 17365 ft/min (5293 m/min) |
| Max Cut Height | — | 4.8 in (121 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | 2-HST w/ gear reduction | HG ZT-3100 Hydrostatic Transaxles |
| Ground Speed | 9 mph | 8 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | — | 22 x 11.0-10 |
| Reverse Speed | 5 mph | 3.5 mph |
| Drive System | Shaft | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1296 lbs (587.9 kg) | 758 lbs (343.8 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 6 gal (22.7 L) | 3.8 gal (14.4 L) |
| Length | — | 76 in (1930 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | — | High-Back, Spring Suspension Seat |
Where these models differ, explained
ZD1011-48: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kubotausa.com.
ZT3000 Zero-Turn Mower: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kcbobcat.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.