Kubota SZ22NC-48-2
Commercial mower · Model SZ22NC-48-2 · Commercial-duty · Gas
Kubota doesn’t publish a list price for this model — it’s dealer quote only. The Kubota product page is the place to start.
- Weighs 965 lb
- On a 6×12 trailer 1,865 lb towed, single-axle 3,500 lb
- Mows an acre in 21 min (15 at top speed) How long for your yard? ›
- How these are worked out ›
The Kubota SZ22NC-48-2 is a commercial-grade gas commercial mower, built for daily commercial mowing, with a 48-inch deck and a 726cc engine making 22 hp. It weighs 965 lb (437.7 kg).
At a glance
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Engine
| Power Source | gas |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Kawasaki FX691V |
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 22 hp |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) |
|---|---|
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
Drive
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear ZT-3600 |
|---|---|
| Ground Speed | 10.5 mph |
| Drive System | Belt |
Dimensions
| Weight | 965 lbs (437.7 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 6.5 gal (24.6 L) |
Professional use
How the SZ22NC-48-2 fits commercial and high-acreage work, from the specs we have. Duty class: Commercial.
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| Deck width | 48 in |
|---|---|
| Engine make | Kawasaki FX691V |
| Engine displacement | 726 cc |
| Engine power | 22 hp |
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear ZT-3600 |
| Ground speed | 10.5 mph |
| Cut-height range | 38 mm – 114 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 24.6 L |
| Weight | 437.7 kg |
Kubota doesn’t publish 10 of these for the SZ22NC-48-2: drive type, warranty, commercial warranty, deck construction, deck gauge, spindle type, frame construction, anti-scalp rollers, drive tire size, seat type.
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Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — kubotausa.com.
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What the parts on this spec sheet mean
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What the specs work out to
Figures MowerFacts computes from Kubota’s own numbers — not published by the manufacturer.
Mowing time
- ¼ acre5 min 4 min
- ½ acre11 min 7 min
- 1 acre21 min 15 min
- 2 acres42 min 29 min
- 5 acres1 h 45 min 1 h 14 min
- 10 acres3 h 30 min 2 h 27 min
About 21 min per acre at 2.85 acres/hour, mowing at 7.3 mph. The second figure is at the published 10.5 mph top speed (4.07 acres/hour) — faster than anyone really mows. About 18.5 acres per tank.
Weight & hauling
- Machine weight965 lb
- + 6×12 trailer900 lb
- Towed weight1,865 lb
- single-axle 3,500 lbCarries it, 1,635 lb spare
- tandem-axle 7,000 lbCarries it, 5,135 lb spare
Needs a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer and a vehicle rated to tow at least 1,865 lb.
Gate & trailer fit
- 32 in gateToo wide
- 36 in gateToo wide
- 48 in gateToo wide
Needs at least 54 in of clearance (estimated).
Power & run time
- Power per deck inch0.458 hp/in
- Run time per tank~6.5 h
Mowing times assume 2.85 acres/hour: deck width x 7.3 mph at 80% efficiency, which allows for overlap, turns and trimming. 7.3 mph is 70% of the 10.5 mph top speed Kubota publishes - almost nobody mows flat out. The "at top speed" figure is the same sum at 10.5 mph, shown so you can see it.
Fit uses the deck width plus 6 in for the discharge chute, because Kubota doesn't publish an overall width — measure before buying if a gate is tight.
Towed weight adds a 900 lb allowance for a 6x12 open utility trailer to Kubota's published machine weight. Your trailer's own weight is on its VIN plate. Tongue weight, axle placement and your vehicle's tow rating are still yours to check — this is the load, not a loading plan.
Run time assumes a typical 1 gal/hour burn at working load; real consumption varies with engine, load and cut.
Kubota SZ22NC-48-2 questions
What size deck is on the Kubota SZ22NC-48-2?
The Kubota SZ22NC-48-2 has a 48-inch (1219 mm) cutting deck.
What engine is in the Kubota SZ22NC-48-2?
The Kubota SZ22NC-48-2 is powered by a Kawasaki FX691V, 726 cc, 22 hp. Horsepower is the manufacturer's own rating.
How much does the Kubota SZ22NC-48-2 weigh?
The Kubota SZ22NC-48-2 weighs 965 lb (437.7 kg) as specified by Kubota.
What size trailer do I need for the Kubota SZ22NC-48-2?
At 965 lb, the Kubota SZ22NC-48-2 on a typical 6x12 open utility trailer (about 900 lb empty) is roughly 1,865 lb of towed weight. That is within a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer, and your tow vehicle needs to be rated for at least 1,865 lb. Tongue weight, axle placement and your own trailer's empty weight still have to be checked — this is the arithmetic, not a loading plan.
How fast is the Kubota SZ22NC-48-2?
Top ground speed is 10.5 mph. With its 48-inch deck that works out to about 4.07 acres per hour at 80% efficiency — allowing for overlap, turns and trimming.
How long does the Kubota SZ22NC-48-2 take to mow an acre?
About 15 min per acre, from its 48-inch deck at 10.5 mph and 80% efficiency — roughly 4.07 acres an hour, so five acres is about 1 h 14 min. Rough or obstacle-heavy ground takes longer; this is deck width times ground speed, not a timed test.
How big is the fuel tank on the Kubota SZ22NC-48-2?
The Kubota SZ22NC-48-2 holds 6.5 gal (24.6 L) of fuel.
How much does the Kubota SZ22NC-48-2 cost?
Kubota doesn't publish a list price for the Kubota SZ22NC-48-2 — it's sold on a dealer quote. MowerFacts records prices only where the manufacturer publishes them.
What is the Kubota SZ22NC-48-2 built for?
Commercial-duty commercial mower. Built for daily, paid commercial use.
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