Kubota Z242KW-48 Zero Turn Mower: Specs, Features, Reviews & Ratings

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Quick overview

The Kubota Z242KW-48 is a Z200 Series residential zero-turn designed for fast, precise mowing with a focus on comfort and durability. It combines a 48-inch heavy-duty fabricated deck with a 21.5 HP Kawasaki FR Series engine, plus Kubota’s K-Lift foot-pedal deck lift system and push-button start with keyfob. Warranty is listed as 3 years on Kubota Canada.  

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Key specs at a glance

Engine and starting

• Engine: Kawasaki FR Series, air-cooled 2-cylinder  
• Displacement: 44.3 cu in / 726 cc  
• Gross power: 21.5 HP (16.03 kW)  
• Starting system: Push Button w/ keyfob  

Drive and speed

• Transmission: Hydro-Gear ZT-3100, 2-HST w/ gear reduction  
• Top speed: 8 mph / 12.9 km/h forward; 4 mph / 6.4 km/h reverse  
• Brakes: Cog style parking lock / hand lever  

Deck and cut

• Deck model: RCK48P-200Z (side discharge)  
• Deck thickness: 0.135 in / 3.4 mm (10-gauge fabricated noted in features)  
• Deck depth: 5 in / 127 mm  
• Cutting width: 48 in / 1219 mm  
• Blades: 3  
• Blade tip speed: 18,100 fpm  
• Cut height: 1.5–4.5 in (min/max)  
• Lift system: Mechanical / foot pedal K-LIFT ratchet system  

Dimensions, weight, and fuel

• Weight (with mower): 844 lb / 383 kg  
• Overall width (with mower): 66.1 in / 1552 mm  
• Overall length: 79 in / 2006 mm  
• Fuel tank: 4.3 gal / 16.3 L (sight window fuel gauge)  
• Tires: Front 13×6.5–6 (pneumatic), Rear 22×10–14  

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What stands out on the Z242KW-48

A fabricated 48” deck aimed at “commercial-grade” results

Kubota highlights the Z200’s 10-gauge fabricated deck for high cut quality and productivity—useful if you want a clean finish and a deck built to last through seasons of regular mowing.  

K-Lift makes height changes quick

The one-push deck lift pedal plus dial system is designed for simple height changes: raise, set the dial, then lower—handy when you move between uneven areas or want different cut heights through the season.  

Comfort features for longer mowing sessions

Kubota lists an adjustable high-back suspension seat (seat suspension shown as STD), cupholders, storage compartments, and vibration reduction details to help on longer mowing days.  

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Reviews and ratings

Specs tell you what the Z242KW-48 is designed to do. Owner feedback tells you how it feels week after week—cut consistency, comfort, ease of adjustments, and how maintenance fits into real life.

On Aglist, this page is built to collect and surface:

• cut quality impressions across different grass conditions
• comfort and control feel over time
• maintenance and clean-out notes
• overall ratings from real owners

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Who the Z242KW-48 is a great fit for

Best match if you want

• a 48-inch zero-turn that balances speed and access
• quick, repeatable cut-height changes (1.5–4.5”)  
• a mower with strong “prosumer” durability features (fabricated deck, ZT-3100)  

Consider a smaller deck if

• you have very tight gates/turns and want the easiest fit (42” class may be simpler)

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FAQ

What engine is on the Kubota Z242KW-48?

A Kawasaki FR Series air-cooled 2-cylinder engine rated at 21.5 HP gross.  

What is the cut height range?

1.5” to 4.5” (min/max), with K-Lift deck height adjustment.  

How fast does it travel?

Up to 8 mph / 12.9 km/h forward and 4 mph / 6.4 km/h reverse.  

Kubota Z242KW-48 Reviews & Ratings