Husqvarna Z242F
Zero-Turn mower · Model 970458801 · Prosumer-duty
The Husqvarna Z242F is a prosumer-grade zero-turn mower, built for large residential properties and acreage, with a 42-inch deck and a 725.9cc engine making 21.5 hp. It weighs 582 lb (264 kg).
At a glance
Engine
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (725.9 cc) |
|---|---|
| Engine Power | 21.5 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Engine Model | FR Series |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 42 in (1067 mm) |
|---|---|
| Blades | 2 |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4 in (102 mm) |
| Deck Material | Steel |
| Discharge | Collect/Mulch/Side discharge |
Drive
| Transmission | Hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Ground Speed | 6.5 mph |
Dimensions
| Weight | 582 lbs (264 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
Productivity & acreage
Z242F deck width, ground speed and computed acres-per-hour, from the specs we have. Duty class: Prosumer — A higher-capacity homeowner machine for larger properties and acreage.
Productivity computed from deck width and ground speed. Compare on the calculator ›
| Deck width | 42 in |
|---|---|
| Engine make | Kawasaki |
| Engine displacement | 725.9469352 cc |
| Engine power | 21.5 hp |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic |
| Drive type | not specified by manufacturer |
| Ground speed | 6.5 mph |
| Cut-height range | 38 mm – 102 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13.25 L |
| Weight | 263.99 kg |
| Warranty | not specified by manufacturer |
| Commercial warranty | not specified by manufacturer |
| Deck construction | Steel |
| Deck gauge | not specified by manufacturer |
| 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 — husqvarna.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.
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