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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.
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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 RT-Pro — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 61-inch deck; gas powered
- Kubota SZ26NC-61-2 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 61-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 4 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- Spartan RT-Pro holds 9.5 gal (36 L) of fuel; SZ26NC-61-2 holds 6.5 gal (24.6 L) of fuel, a 3 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 RT-Pro has a 24 hp engine; SZ26NC-61-2 has a 26 hp engine, a 2 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.
- Spartan RT-Pro weighs 1,099 lbs (498.5 kg); SZ26NC-61-2 weighs 1,034 lbs (469.1 kg), a 65 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What Spartan RT-Pro's weight means for a trailer ›
- Spartan RT-Pro cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 4.8 in (121 mm); SZ26NC-61-2 cuts from 1.5 in (38 mm) to 4.5 in (114 mm). The cut-height range is the shortest and tallest cut the deck offers. Most lawns are kept well inside it.
what isn’t comparable
Not comparable
- Displacement: not published for Spartan RT-Pro.
- Warranty: not published for SZ26NC-61-2.
- Transmission: not published for Spartan RT-Pro.
- Fuel Type: not published for Spartan RT-Pro.
- Deck Construction: not published for SZ26NC-61-2.
- Drive System: not published for Spartan RT-Pro.
- Price: SZ26NC-61-2 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 | Spartan RT-Pro Spartan · Commercial |
SZ26NC-61-2 Kubota · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $8,799 | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki | Kawasaki FT730VEFI |
| Displacement | — | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 24 hp | 26 hp |
| Fuel Type | — | Gasoline |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 61 in (1549 mm) | 61 in (1549 mm) |
| Deck Construction | 6" Deep, Reinforced 7 Gauge Full-Floating Deck | — |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.8 in (121 mm) | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | — | Hydro-Gear ZT3600 |
| Ground Speed | 11 mph | 11 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 24x12-12 Carlisle Turf Armor | — |
| Drive System | — | Belt |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1099 lbs (498.5 kg) | 1034 lbs (469.1 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 9.5 gal (36 L) | 6.5 gal (24.6 L) |
| Length | 84 in (2134 mm) | — |
| Width | 62.5 in (1588 mm) | — |
| Height | 75 in (1905 mm) | — |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Frame Construction | 1.5" by 3" Powder Coated Frame | — |
| Seat Type | Premium | — |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 3 yr | — |
Where these models differ, explained
Spartan RT-Pro: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — joinspartannation.com.
SZ26NC-61-2: Specs verified against the retailer listing on Jun 7, 2026 — allmachines.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.