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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.
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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.
- Wright ZTS 52 FT730V — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 52-inch deck; gas powered
- Wright ZTS 61 FT730V — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 61-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 2 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- ZTS 52 FT730V has a 52 in (1,321 mm) deck; ZTS 61 FT730V has a 61 in (1,549 mm) deck, a 9 in difference. Deck width sets how much grass each pass covers. Mowing time also depends on ground speed, turns and obstacles, so a wider deck alone does not fix the job's length. Time both decks on your own lawn ›
- ZTS 52 FT730V weighs 1,160 lbs (526.2 kg); ZTS 61 FT730V weighs 1,210 lbs (548.9 kg), a 50 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What ZTS 52 FT730V's weight means for a trailer ›
calculated figures
Calculated by MowerFacts
- ZTS 52 FT730V works out to 4.2 acres/hour; ZTS 61 FT730V works out to 4.9 acres/hour, a 0.7 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.
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 | ZTS 52 FT730V Wright · Commercial |
ZTS 61 FT730V Wright · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| List price | dealer quote | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki | Kawasaki |
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (726 cc) | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 24 hp | 24 hp |
| Engine Model | FT730V | FT730V |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Start Type | Electric | Electric |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 52 in (1321 mm) | 61 in (1549 mm) |
| Blades | 3 | 3 |
| Deck Material | 7 Gauge | 7 Gauge |
| Deck Construction | Floating-side discharge | Floating-side discharge |
| Deck Gauge | 7 | 7 |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 5 in (127 mm) | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydro | Hydro |
| Ground Speed | 10 mph | 10 mph |
| Reverse Speed | 4.5 mph | 4.5 mph |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1160 lbs (526.2 kg) | 1210 lbs (548.9 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 7.5 gal (28.4 L) | 7.5 gal (28.4 L) |
| Length | 84 in (2134 mm) | 83 in (2108 mm) |
Where these models differ, explained
ZTS 52 FT730V: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kawasakienginesusa.com.
ZTS 61 FT730V: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — wrightmfg.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.