Kubota Z252KW-54 Zero Turn Mower: Specs, Features, Reviews & Ratings

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Quick overview

The Kubota Z252KW-54 is a Z200 Series residential zero-turn designed for homeowners who want a faster mowing pace with a durable deck and comfort-focused controls. This trim pairs a 54-inch fabricated deck with a 24 HP Kawasaki engine, plus Kubota’s K-Lift foot-pedal deck lift and a push-button start with keyfob. It comes with a 3-year warranty in Canada.

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Key specs at a glance

Engine and starting

• Engine: Kawasaki (carbureted air-cooled 2-cylinder gasoline)
• Displacement: 726 cc 
• Gross power: 24 HP (17.89 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

Deck and cut

• Deck model: RCK54P-200Z (side discharge)
• Cutting width: 54 in / 1371.6 mm 
• Deck thickness: 0.135 in / 3.4 mm 
• Deck depth: 5 in / 127 mm 
• Blades: 3
• Blade tip speed: 18,100 fpm
• Cut height: 1.5–4.5 in
• Lift system: Mechanical / foot pedal K-LIFT ratchet system

Dimensions, weight, and fuel

• Weight (with mower): 861 lb / 391 kg
• Overall width (with mower): 67.3 in / 1710 mm
• Overall length: 80 in / 2032 mm
• Fuel tank: 4.3 gal / 16.3 L
• Tires: Front 13×6.5–6 (pneumatic), Rear 22×10–14

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What the Z252KW-54 does best

Covers more ground per pass

A 54-inch deck is a time-saver if you have larger yard areas or acreage-style mowing. Wider decks reduce passes, which often matters more than top speed in real properties.

Quick deck-height changes through the season

Kubota’s K-Lift foot pedal plus dial adjustment is designed for practical mowing—raise the deck, set height, then lower. It’s useful when your yard has uneven spots or when you change mowing height during spring growth.

Comfort and usability

Kubota lists an adjustable high-back suspension seat (seat suspension shown as STD), storage compartments, and vibration-reducing details aimed at keeping longer mowing sessions comfortable.

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Reviews and ratings

Specs show you what the Z252KW-54 is built to do. Owner feedback shows you what it’s like to live with—cut consistency over time, how it handles uneven areas, comfort after an hour, and how easy it is to keep clean and maintained.

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

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

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Who the Z252KW-54 is a great fit for

Great match if you want

• a 54-inch zero-turn for faster weekly mowing
• solid power for thicker grass (24 HP)
• durable fabricated deck construction and strong drive components

Consider a smaller deck if

• you mow tight gates, narrow access paths, or many obstacle-heavy areas

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FAQ

What engine does the Kubota Z252KW-54 use?

Kubota lists a Kawasaki gasoline engine rated at 24 HP gross.

What is the cut height range?

1.5” to 4.5” (min/max), adjusted using the K-Lift foot-pedal system.

How fast does it travel?

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

Kubota Z252KW-54 Reviews & Ratings