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Key differences: Liberty Z has less weight, a narrower cutting deck, a lower top speed and a smaller fuel tank. Cheetah II has more weight, a wider cutting deck, a higher top speed and a larger fuel tank.
Objective comparison of stated specs — not a recommendation.
How to read the labels
- larger / more / wider / faster — this mower has the higher value for that spec.
- smaller / less / lighter / slower — this mower has the lower value.
- Labels are directional only; whether more is desirable depends on your needs.
- Note: a lower deck-gauge number means thicker steel, so for Deck Gauge a smaller number is the more durable deck.
| Spec | Liberty Z Scag · Zero-Turn |
Cheetah II Scag · Zero-Turn |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Power | — | 36 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki® FR Series | Vanguard™ BIG BLOCK™Non-Suspension Seat |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 36 in (914 mm) narrower | 61 in (1549 mm) wider |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1.3 in (32 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) lower cut | 5 in (127 mm) taller cut |
| Deck Construction | Dual-plate cutter deck constructed of 2 steel plates. Reinforcement plate at cutter deck spindles. | Tri-plate cutter deck constructed of 3 steel plates totaling nearly 1/2″ of steel. Reinforcement plates at cutter deck spindles. |
| Drive | ||
| Ground Speed | 7 mph slower | 16 mph faster |
| Reverse Speed | 5 mph | 8 mph |
| Drive System | 36″ and 42″ models: Hydro-Gear ZT-2800 Transaxle48″, 52″ and 61″ models: Tuff Torq TZ450 Transaxle | Hydro-Gear ZT5400 Transaxle. Two-Speed |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 555 lbs (251.7 kg) lighter | 1392 lbs (631.4 kg) heavier |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) less fuel | 13 gal (49.2 L) more fuel |
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.