Wright ZXL 52 FX850E
Commercial mower · Model WZXL52SFX850E1B · Commercial-duty · Gas
Wright doesn’t publish a list price for this model — it’s dealer quote only. The Wright product page is the place to start.
- Weighs 1,250 lb
- On a 6×12 trailer 2,150 lb towed, single-axle 3,500 lb
- Mows an acre in 16 min (11 at top speed) How long for your yard? ›
- How these are worked out ›
The Wright ZXL 52 FX850E is a commercial-grade gas commercial mower, built for daily commercial mowing, with a 52-inch deck and a 852cc engine making 27 hp. It weighs 1250 lb (567 kg).
At a glance
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Engine
| Power Source | gas |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Kawasaki |
| Displacement | 52 ci (852 cc) |
| Engine Power | 27 hp |
| Engine Model | FX850E |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Start Type | Electric |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 52 in (1321 mm) |
|---|---|
| Blades | 3 |
| Deck Material | 7 Gauge |
| Deck Construction | Floating-side discharge |
| Deck Gauge | 7 |
| Max Cut Height | 6 in (152 mm) |
| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
Drive
| Transmission | Hydro |
|---|---|
| Ground Speed | 12.5 mph |
| Reverse Speed | 8 mph |
Dimensions
| Weight | 1250 lbs (567 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 15.5 gal (58.7 L) |
| Length | 82.5 in (2096 mm) |
Professional use
How the ZXL 52 FX850E fits commercial and high-acreage work, from the specs we have. Duty class: Commercial.
Productivity computed from deck width and ground speed. Compare on the calculator ›
| Deck width | 52 in |
|---|---|
| Engine make | Kawasaki |
| Engine displacement | 852 cc |
| Engine power | 27 hp |
| Transmission | Hydro |
| Ground speed | 12.5 mph |
| Cut-height range | 38 mm – 152 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 58.7 L |
| Weight | 567 kg |
| Deck construction | Floating-side discharge |
| Deck gauge | 7 ga |
Wright doesn’t publish 8 of these for the ZXL 52 FX850E: drive type, warranty, commercial warranty, 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 — wrightmfg.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 Wright’s own numbers — not published by the manufacturer.
Mowing time
- ¼ acre4 min 3 min
- ½ acre8 min 6 min
- 1 acre16 min 11 min
- 2 acres33 min 23 min
- 5 acres1 h 22 min 57 min
- 10 acres2 h 43 min 1 h 54 min
About 16 min per acre at 3.68 acres/hour, mowing at 8.8 mph. The second figure is at the published 12.5 mph top speed (5.25 acres/hour) — faster than anyone really mows. About 57.0 acres per tank.
Weight & hauling
- Machine weight1,250 lb
- + 6×12 trailer900 lb
- Towed weight2,150 lb
- single-axle 3,500 lbCarries it, 1,350 lb spare
- tandem-axle 7,000 lbCarries it, 4,850 lb spare
Needs a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer and a vehicle rated to tow at least 2,150 lb.
Gate & trailer fit
- 32 in gateToo wide
- 36 in gateToo wide
- 48 in gateToo wide
Needs at least 59 in of clearance (estimated).
Power & run time
- Power per deck inch0.519 hp/in
- Run time per tank~15.5 h
Mowing times assume 3.68 acres/hour: deck width x 8.8 mph at 80% efficiency, which allows for overlap, turns and trimming. 8.8 mph is 70% of the 12.5 mph top speed Wright publishes - almost nobody mows flat out. The "at top speed" figure is the same sum at 12.5 mph, shown so you can see it.
Fit uses the deck width plus 6 in for the discharge chute, because Wright 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 Wright'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.
Wright ZXL 52 FX850E questions
What size deck is on the Wright ZXL 52 FX850E?
The Wright ZXL 52 FX850E has a 52-inch (1321 mm) cutting deck with 3 blades and 7 gauge construction.
What engine is in the Wright ZXL 52 FX850E?
The Wright ZXL 52 FX850E is powered by a Kawasaki FX850E, 852 cc, 27 hp. Horsepower is the manufacturer's own rating.
How much does the Wright ZXL 52 FX850E weigh?
The Wright ZXL 52 FX850E weighs 1,250 lb (567 kg) as specified by Wright.
What size trailer do I need for the Wright ZXL 52 FX850E?
At 1,250 lb, the Wright ZXL 52 FX850E on a typical 6x12 open utility trailer (about 900 lb empty) is roughly 2,150 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 2,150 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 Wright ZXL 52 FX850E?
Top ground speed is 12.5 mph. With its 52-inch deck that works out to about 5.25 acres per hour at 80% efficiency — allowing for overlap, turns and trimming.
How long does the Wright ZXL 52 FX850E take to mow an acre?
About 11 min per acre, from its 52-inch deck at 12.5 mph and 80% efficiency — roughly 5.25 acres an hour, so five acres is about 57 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 Wright ZXL 52 FX850E?
The Wright ZXL 52 FX850E holds 15.5 gal (58.7 L) of fuel.
How much does the Wright ZXL 52 FX850E cost?
Wright doesn't publish a list price for the Wright ZXL 52 FX850E — it's sold on a dealer quote. MowerFacts records prices only where the manufacturer publishes them.
What is the Wright ZXL 52 FX850E built for?
Commercial-duty commercial mower. Built for daily, paid commercial use.
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