Exmark Lazer Z X-Series (LZX 96" EFI)
Commercial mower · Model LZX980EKC96RW0 · Commercial-duty · Gas
The Exmark Lazer Z X-Series (LZX 96 in EFI) is a commercial-grade gas commercial mower, built for daily commercial mowing, with a 96-inch deck and a 999cc engine making 38 hp. It weighs 2200 lb (997.9 kg).
At a glance
Engine
| Power Source | gas |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Kohler ECV980 |
| Displacement | 61 ci (999 cc) |
| Engine Power | 38 hp |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 96 in (2438 mm) |
|---|---|
| Deck Material | 7-gauge high strength alloy |
| Deck Gauge | 7 |
| Blade Tip Speed | 18500 ft/min (5638.8 m/min) |
| Max Cut Height | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1 in (25 mm) |
Drive
| Ground Speed | 10.5 mph |
|---|
Dimensions
| Weight | 2200 lbs (997.9 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 12 gal (45.4 L) |
| Length | 95.8 in (2433 mm) |
| Width | 101.3 in (2573 mm) |
| Height | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Professional use
How the Lazer Z X-Series (LZX 96 in EFI) fits commercial and high-acreage work, from the specs we have. Duty class: Commercial.
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| Deck width | 96 in |
|---|---|
| Engine make | Kohler ECV980 |
| Engine displacement | 999 cc |
| Engine power | 38 hp |
| Transmission | not specified by manufacturer |
| Drive type | not specified by manufacturer |
| Ground speed | 10.5 mph |
| Cut-height range | 25 mm – 140 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 45.42 L |
| Weight | 997.92 kg |
| Warranty | not specified by manufacturer |
| Commercial warranty | not specified by manufacturer |
| Deck construction | 7-gauge high strength alloy |
| Deck gauge | 7 ga |
| Spindle type | not specified by manufacturer |
| Frame construction | not specified by manufacturer |
| Anti-scalp rollers | not specified by manufacturer |
| Drive tire size | not specified by manufacturer |
| Seat type | not specified by manufacturer |
| Dealer network | not specified by manufacturer |
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Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — exmark.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.
Source: Exmark (manufacturer) · archived copy