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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.
- Scag Cheetah II — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 61-inch deck; gas powered
- Ferris ISX 2200 Zero Turn Mowers (60 in / 5902180) — 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.
- Cheetah II uses a Vanguard BIG BLOCK engine; ISX 2200 Zero Turn Mowers (60 in / 5902180) uses a Kawasaki® FX781V EVO 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.
- Cheetah II has a published top speed of 16 mph; ISX 2200 Zero Turn Mowers (60 in / 5902180) has a published top speed of 10 mph, a 6 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
- Cheetah II has a 36 hp engine; ISX 2200 Zero Turn Mowers (60 in / 5902180) has a 30.5 hp engine, a 5.5 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.
- Cheetah II lists at $13,999 to $18,999; ISX 2200 Zero Turn Mowers (60 in / 5902180) lists at $15,674, a $1,675 difference. List price is the maker's own figure before tax, freight and dealer setup. Dealers set the final price.
- Cheetah II holds 13 gal (49.2 L) of fuel; ISX 2200 Zero Turn Mowers (60 in / 5902180) holds 11 gal (41.6 L) of fuel, a 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.
2 more differences, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- Cheetah II weighs 1,392 lbs (631.4 kg); ISX 2200 Zero Turn Mowers (60 in / 5902180) weighs 1,302 lbs (590.6 kg), a 90 lbs difference.
- Cheetah II cuts from 1.3 in (32 mm) to 5 in (127 mm); ISX 2200 Zero Turn Mowers (60 in / 5902180) cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 5 in (127 mm).
Calculated by MowerFacts
- Cheetah II works out to 7.9 acres/hour; ISX 2200 Zero Turn Mowers (60 in / 5902180) works out to 4.8 acres/hour, a 3.0 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
- Displacement: not published for Cheetah II.
- Warranty: not published for Cheetah II.
- Transmission: not published for Cheetah II.
- Fuel Type: not published for Cheetah II.
- Deck Material: not published for Cheetah II.
- Deck Construction: not published for ISX 2200 Zero Turn Mowers (60 in / 5902180).
- Drive System: not published for ISX 2200 Zero Turn Mowers (60 in / 5902180).
- Start Type: not published for Cheetah II.
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 | Cheetah II Scag · Zero-Turn |
ISX 2200 Zero Turn Mowers (60 in / 5902180) Ferris · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $13,999–$18,999 | $15,674 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | — | 50.2 ci (822 cc) |
| Engine Power | 36 hp | 30.5 hp |
| Engine Make | Vanguard BIG BLOCK | Kawasaki® FX781V EVO |
| Fuel Type | — | Gas |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Start Type | — | Electric |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 61 in (1549 mm) | 60 in (1524 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1.3 in (32 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 5 in (127 mm) | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Deck Material | — | iCD™+ Cutting System, 2-Belt |
| Deck Construction | Tri-plate cutter deck constructed of 3 steel plates totaling nearly 1/2″ of steel. Reinforcement plates at cutter deck spindles. | — |
| Deck Gauge | 7 | — |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | — | Dual, commercial Hydro-Gear® ZT-4400™ Transaxles with 8.3" cooling fans |
| Ground Speed | 16 mph | 10 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 24″ x 12″-12″ | — |
| Reverse Speed | 8 mph | 5 mph |
| Drive System | Hydro-Gear ZT5400 Transaxle. Two-Speed | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1392 lbs (631.4 kg) | 1302 lbs (590.6 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 13 gal (49.2 L) | 11 gal (41.6 L) |
| Length | — | 82.5 in (2096 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | 4-point iso-mounted mid-back mounted on operator-suspension platform | — |
| General | ||
| Warranty | — | 2 yr |
Where these models differ, explained
Cheetah II: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — scag.com.
ISX 2200 Zero Turn Mowers (60 in / 5902180): Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — ferrismowers.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.