Kubota ZD1211L-72
Commercial mower · Model ZD1211L-72 · Commercial-duty · Diesel
Kubota doesn’t publish a list price for this model — it’s dealer quote only. The Kubota product page is the place to start.
- Weighs 1,742 lb
- On a 6×12 trailer 2,642 lb towed, single-axle 3,500 lb
- Mows an acre in 14 min (10 at top speed) How long for your yard? ›
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The Kubota ZD1211L-72 is a commercial-grade commercial mower, built for daily commercial mowing, with a 72-inch deck and a 1123cc engine making 24.8 hp. It weighs 1741.7 lb (790 kg).
At a glance
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Engine
| Power Source | diesel |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Kubota D1105-E4-ZD-2 |
| Displacement | 68.5 ci (1123 cc) |
| Engine Power | 24.8 hp |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 72 in (1829 mm) |
|---|
Drive
| Transmission | Kubota HST |
|---|---|
| Ground Speed | 10.6 mph |
| Drive System | Shaft |
Dimensions
| Weight | 1742 lbs (790 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 12.9 gal (48.8 L) |
Professional use
How the ZD1211L-72 fits commercial and high-acreage work, from the specs we have. Duty class: Commercial.
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| Deck width | 72 in |
|---|---|
| Engine make | Kubota D1105-E4-ZD-2 |
| Engine displacement | 1123 cc |
| Engine power | 24.8 hp |
| Transmission | Kubota HST |
| Ground speed | 10.6 mph |
| Fuel capacity | 48.8 L |
| Weight | 790 kg |
Kubota doesn’t publish 11 of these for the ZD1211L-72: drive type, cut-height range, warranty, commercial warranty, deck construction, deck gauge, spindle type, frame construction, anti-scalp rollers, drive tire size, seat type.
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Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kubotausa.com.
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What the specs work out to
Figures MowerFacts computes from Kubota’s own numbers — not published by the manufacturer.
Mowing time
- ¼ acre3 min 2 min
- ½ acre7 min 5 min
- 1 acre14 min 10 min
- 2 acres28 min 19 min
- 5 acres1 h 9 min 49 min
- 10 acres2 h 19 min 1 h 37 min
About 14 min per acre at 4.32 acres/hour, mowing at 7.4 mph. The second figure is at the published 10.6 mph top speed (6.17 acres/hour) — faster than anyone really mows. About 55.7 acres per tank.
Weight & hauling
- Machine weight1,742 lb
- + 6×12 trailer900 lb
- Towed weight2,642 lb
- single-axle 3,500 lbCarries it, 858 lb spare
- tandem-axle 7,000 lbCarries it, 4,358 lb spare
Needs a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer and a vehicle rated to tow at least 2,642 lb.
Gate & trailer fit
- 32 in gateToo wide
- 36 in gateToo wide
- 48 in gateToo wide
Needs at least 79 in of clearance (estimated).
Power & run time
- Power per deck inch0.344 hp/in
- Run time per tank~12.9 h
Mowing times assume 4.32 acres/hour: deck width x 7.4 mph at 80% efficiency, which allows for overlap, turns and trimming. 7.4 mph is 70% of the 10.6 mph top speed Kubota publishes - almost nobody mows flat out. The "at top speed" figure is the same sum at 10.6 mph, shown so you can see it.
Fit uses the deck width plus 6 in for the discharge chute, because Kubota doesn't publish an overall width — measure before buying if a gate is tight.
Towed weight adds a 900 lb allowance for a 6x12 open utility trailer to Kubota's published machine weight. Your trailer's own weight is on its VIN plate. Tongue weight, axle placement and your vehicle's tow rating are still yours to check — this is the load, not a loading plan.
Run time assumes a typical 1 gal/hour burn at working load; real consumption varies with engine, load and cut.
Kubota ZD1211L-72 questions
What size deck is on the Kubota ZD1211L-72?
The Kubota ZD1211L-72 has a 72-inch (1829 mm) cutting deck.
What engine is in the Kubota ZD1211L-72?
The Kubota ZD1211L-72 is powered by a Kubota D1105-E4-ZD-2, 1123 cc, 24.8 hp. Horsepower is the manufacturer's own rating.
How much does the Kubota ZD1211L-72 weigh?
The Kubota ZD1211L-72 weighs 1,742 lb (790 kg) as specified by Kubota.
What size trailer do I need for the Kubota ZD1211L-72?
At 1,742 lb, the Kubota ZD1211L-72 on a typical 6x12 open utility trailer (about 900 lb empty) is roughly 2,642 lb of towed weight. That is within a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer, and your tow vehicle needs to be rated for at least 2,642 lb. Tongue weight, axle placement and your own trailer's empty weight still have to be checked — this is the arithmetic, not a loading plan.
How fast is the Kubota ZD1211L-72?
Top ground speed is 10.6 mph. With its 72-inch deck that works out to about 6.17 acres per hour at 80% efficiency — allowing for overlap, turns and trimming.
How long does the Kubota ZD1211L-72 take to mow an acre?
About 10 min per acre, from its 72-inch deck at 10.6 mph and 80% efficiency — roughly 6.17 acres an hour, so five acres is about 49 min. Rough or obstacle-heavy ground takes longer; this is deck width times ground speed, not a timed test.
How big is the fuel tank on the Kubota ZD1211L-72?
The Kubota ZD1211L-72 holds 12.9 gal (48.8 L) of fuel.
How much does the Kubota ZD1211L-72 cost?
Kubota doesn't publish a list price for the Kubota ZD1211L-72 — it's sold on a dealer quote. MowerFacts records prices only where the manufacturer publishes them.
What is the Kubota ZD1211L-72 built for?
Commercial-duty commercial mower. Built for daily, paid commercial use.
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