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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.
- Spartan Spartan KGZ-XD — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 61-inch deck; gas powered
- Husqvarna Z560XS — 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.
- Spartan KGZ-XD uses a Vanguard engine; Z560XS 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.
- Spartan KGZ-XD holds 17 gal (64.3 L) of fuel; Z560XS holds 12 gal (45.4 L) of fuel, a 5 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.
- Spartan KGZ-XD has a published top speed of 15 mph; Z560XS has a published top speed of 12 mph, a 3 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
- Spartan KGZ-XD cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 4.8 in (121 mm); Z560XS cuts from 1 in (25 mm) to 5 in (127 mm). The cut-height range is the shortest and tallest cut the deck offers. Most lawns are kept well inside it.
- Spartan KGZ-XD has a 40 hp engine; Z560XS has a 38.5 hp engine, a 1.5 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.
1 more difference, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- Spartan KGZ-XD lists at $18,099; Z560XS lists at $17,599, a $500 difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- Spartan KGZ-XD works out to 7.4 acres/hour; Z560XS works out to 5.8 acres/hour, a 1.6 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
- Warranty: not published for Z560XS.
- Blades: not published for Spartan KGZ-XD.
- Transmission: not published for Spartan KGZ-XD.
- Deck Material: not published for Spartan KGZ-XD.
- Deck Construction: not published for Z560XS.
- Discharge: not published for Spartan KGZ-XD.
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 | Spartan KGZ-XD Spartan · Commercial |
Z560XS Husqvarna · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $18,099 | $17,599 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Make | Vanguard | Kawasaki |
| Displacement | 60.7 ci (994 cc) | 61 ci (999.6 cc) |
| Engine Power | 40 hp | 38.5 hp |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Engine Model | — | FX Series V-Twin |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 61 in (1549 mm) | 60 in (1524 mm) |
| Blades | — | 3 |
| Deck Material | — | Steel |
| Deck Construction | 6" Deep, Reinforced 7 Gauge Full-Floating Deck | — |
| Anti-Scalp Rollers | — | Yes |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Discharge | — | Collect/Mulch/Side discharge |
| Cut Positions | — | 16 |
| Max Cut Height | 4.8 in (121 mm) | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | — | Hydrostatic |
| Ground Speed | 15 mph | 12 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 24x14-R12 Michelin Tweels� | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1310 lbs (594.2 kg) | 1309 lbs (593.8 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 17 gal (64.3 L) | 12 gal (45.4 L) |
| Length | 84 in (2134 mm) | 81 in (2057 mm) |
| Height | 75 in (1905 mm) | 21 in (533 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Frame Construction | 1.5" by 3" Powder Coated Fusion-Bonded Solid Steel Bridge Frame | — |
| Seat Type | Supreme Custom Blackout Seat - Adjustable TecsPak Elastomer supports - 360 degree floating seat platform | Premium, suspension |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 3 yr | — |
Where these models differ, explained
Spartan KGZ-XD: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — joinspartannation.com.
Z560XS: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — husqvarna.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.