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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
- Gravely PRO-TURN 560 KAWASAKI FX1000 — 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; PRO-TURN 560 KAWASAKI FX1000 uses a Kawasaki® 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 Hydro-Gear ZT5400 Transaxle. Two-Speed drive; PRO-TURN 560 KAWASAKI FX1000 has Parker® HTJ drive.
- Cheetah II lists at $13,999 to $18,999; PRO-TURN 560 KAWASAKI FX1000 lists at $15,549, a $1,550 difference. List price is the maker's own figure before tax, freight and dealer setup. Dealers set the final price.
- Cheetah II weighs 1,392 lbs (631.4 kg); PRO-TURN 560 KAWASAKI FX1000 weighs 1,487 lbs (674.5 kg), a 95 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What Cheetah II's weight means for a trailer ›
- Cheetah II has a published top speed of 16 mph; PRO-TURN 560 KAWASAKI FX1000 has a published top speed of 15 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.
1 more difference, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- Cheetah II has a 36 hp engine; PRO-TURN 560 KAWASAKI FX1000 has a 35 hp engine, a 1 hp difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- Cheetah II works out to 7.9 acres/hour; PRO-TURN 560 KAWASAKI FX1000 works out to 7.3 acres/hour, a 0.6 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.
- Fuel Capacity: not published for PRO-TURN 560 KAWASAKI FX1000.
- Deck Construction: not published for PRO-TURN 560 KAWASAKI FX1000.
- Cut height range: not published for PRO-TURN 560 KAWASAKI FX1000.
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 |
PRO-TURN 560 KAWASAKI FX1000 Gravely · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $13,999–$18,999 | $15,549 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | — | 61 ci (999 cc) |
| Engine Power | 36 hp | 35 hp |
| Engine Make | Vanguard BIG BLOCK | Kawasaki® |
| Engine Model | — | FX1000 |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 61 in (1549 mm) | 60 in (1524 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1.3 in (32 mm) | — |
| Max Cut Height | 5 in (127 mm) | — |
| 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 | ||
| Ground Speed | 16 mph | 15 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 24″ x 12″-12″ | — |
| Reverse Speed | 8 mph | 6 mph |
| Drive System | Hydro-Gear ZT5400 Transaxle. Two-Speed | Parker® HTJ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1392 lbs (631.4 kg) | 1487 lbs (674.5 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 13 gal (49.2 L) | — |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | 4-point iso-mounted mid-back mounted on operator-suspension platform | — |
Where these models differ, explained
Cheetah II: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — scag.com.
PRO-TURN 560 KAWASAKI FX1000: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — gravely.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.