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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 ZD1211L-72 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 72-inch deck
- John Deere Z950RZTrak Zero-Turn Mower — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 72-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- ZD1211L-72 has a Kubota HST transmission; Z950RZTrak Zero-Turn Mower has a Hydrostatic transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- ZD1211L-72 runs on Diesel; Z950RZTrak Zero-Turn Mower runs on Gasoline. Fuel type sets what you buy and store; it is not a measure of power.
- ZD1211L-72 weighs 1,742 lbs (790 kg); Z950RZTrak Zero-Turn Mower weighs 1,423 lbs (645.5 kg), a 319 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What ZD1211L-72's weight means for a trailer ›
- ZD1211L-72 has a 68.5 ci (1,123 cc) engine; Z950RZTrak Zero-Turn Mower has a 52 ci (852 cc) engine, a 16.5 ci difference. Displacement is the engine's size, not its output. A larger engine is not necessarily a more powerful one.
- ZD1211L-72 has a published top speed of 10.6 mph; Z950RZTrak Zero-Turn Mower has a published top speed of 12 mph, a 1.4 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
2 more differences, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- ZD1211L-72 has a 24.8 hp engine; Z950RZTrak Zero-Turn Mower has a 27 hp engine, a 2.2 hp difference.
- ZD1211L-72 holds 12.9 gal (48.8 L) of fuel; Z950RZTrak Zero-Turn Mower holds 11.5 gal (43.5 L) of fuel, a 1.4 gal difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- ZD1211L-72 works out to 6.2 acres/hour; Z950RZTrak Zero-Turn Mower works out to 7.0 acres/hour, a 0.8 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 Z950RZTrak Zero-Turn Mower.
- Deck Construction: not published for ZD1211L-72.
- Drive System: not published for Z950RZTrak Zero-Turn Mower.
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 | ZD1211L-72 Kubota · Commercial |
Z950RZTrak Zero-Turn Mower John Deere · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | diesel | gas |
| Engine Make | Kubota D1105-E4-ZD-2 | — |
| Displacement | 68.5 ci (1123 cc) | 52 ci (852 cc) |
| Engine Power | 24.8 hp | 27 hp |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Engine Model | — | FX850V |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 72 in (1829 mm) | 72 in (1829 mm) |
| Deck Construction | — | 7-Iron™ PRO: 7-gauge, 0.179-in. (4.6-mm) one-piece forged steel FastBack™ PRO: 7-gauge, 0.179-in. (4.6-mm) fabricated steel |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Kubota HST | Hydrostatic |
| Ground Speed | 10.6 mph | 12 mph |
| Drive System | Shaft | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1742 lbs (790 kg) | 1423 lbs (645.5 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.9 gal (48.8 L) | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) |
Where these models differ, explained
ZD1211L-72: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kubotausa.com.
Z950RZTrak Zero-Turn Mower: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — deere.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.