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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 ZG227LA-60 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 60-inch deck; gas powered
- Exmark Vertex S-Series (60 in EFI) — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 60-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- ZG227LA-60 uses a Kubota KGZ770-E2-MA2 engine; Vertex S-Series (60 in EFI) uses a Kohler ECV740 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.
- ZG227LA-60 weighs 1,235 lbs (560.2 kg); Vertex S-Series (60 in EFI) weighs 1,026 lbs (465.4 kg), a 209 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What ZG227LA-60's weight means for a trailer ›
- ZG227LA-60 holds 7.1 gal (26.9 L) of fuel; Vertex S-Series (60 in EFI) holds 8 gal (30.3 L) of fuel, a 0.9 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.
- ZG227LA-60 has a published top speed of 9 mph; Vertex S-Series (60 in EFI) has a published top speed of 8.5 mph, a 0.5 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
- ZG227LA-60 has a 26 hp engine; Vertex S-Series (60 in EFI) has a 25 hp engine, a 1 hp difference. Published horsepower is the maker's rating at a stated engine speed. It is a different measure from displacement, and two engines of equal rating can pull differently.
1 more difference, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- ZG227LA-60 has a 46.9 ci (768 cc) engine; Vertex S-Series (60 in EFI) has a 45.6 ci (747 cc) engine, a 1.3 ci difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- ZG227LA-60 works out to 4.4 acres/hour; Vertex S-Series (60 in EFI) works out to 4.1 acres/hour, a 0.2 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
- Transmission: not published for Vertex S-Series (60 in EFI).
- Fuel Type: not published for Vertex S-Series (60 in EFI).
- Drive System: not published for Vertex S-Series (60 in EFI).
- Cut height range: not published for ZG227LA-60.
- Price: ZG227LA-60 is dealer quote only.
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 | ZG227LA-60 Kubota · Commercial |
Vertex S-Series (60 in EFI) Exmark · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | $14,499 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Make | Kubota KGZ770-E2-MA2 | Kohler ECV740 |
| Displacement | 46.9 ci (768 cc) | 45.6 ci (747 cc) |
| Engine Power | 26 hp | 25 hp |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 60 in (1524 mm) | 60 in (1524 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | — | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | — | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Kubota HST | — |
| Ground Speed | 9 mph | 8.5 mph |
| Drive System | Shaft | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1235 lbs (560.2 kg) | 1026 lbs (465.4 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 7.1 gal (26.9 L) | 8 gal (30.3 L) |
ZG227LA-60: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kubotausa.com.
Vertex S-Series (60 in EFI): Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — exmark.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.