Kubota Zero Turn Mowers

Zero in on the right Kubota zero-turn mower.

If you’ve been thinking about upgrading to a zero-turn mower or replacing an existing machine, the team at Steen Enterprises has four Kubota models we highly recommend. Whether you’re a homeowner with a large yard to maintain or a lawn care professional looking to improve productivity or add a new mower to your fleet, we think the Kubota models below are a great place to start your search for a new zero-turn.

Kubota ZG200 Series

Let’s start with the Kubota ZG200 Series, which is a professional grade zero-turn mower designed for residential use. This series is powered by strong, reliable V-Twin Kubota gasoline engines that are designed specifically for mowing. The air-cooled engine features a clean-flow structure that virtually eliminates the likelihood of grass clippings clogging the wide cooling air passages. This series is built in the United States.

Kubota ZG200 Series Features:

21.1 and 26 HP gasoline engines
48, 54 and 60-inch mowing decks
Cutting height of 1 to 5-inches, adjustable in 1/4 – inch increments
Spacious operator deck
Cushioned, adjustable seat
Integral-type, twin-hydrostatic transmission
Designed for easy maintenance
Built in the USA

A lift-up hood, flip up seat panel and a hatch on the operator platform make it easy to access the oil filler cap, transmission and belts.

When it comes to cutting, the ZG200 Series mowers are equipped with Kubota’s Pro Commercial mower deck. The 6-inch deep, double V-belt decks have a baffling system designed to improve airflow to discharge grass clippings and an anti-overflow system that reduces grass spillage, helping give your lawn that well-manicured look. Choose from a 48, 54 or 60-inch deck.

Knowing you’ll spend some time in the seat, Kubota outfitted their ZG200 Series zero-turns with a spacious operator deck and uncluttered floorboard giving you plenty of legroom. The cushioned seat is adjustable and has padded armrests and a seatbelt. There’s also a cupholder and user-friendly instrument panel where you’ll check your gas gauge, oil pressure and adjust the mower settings.

Easy to operate and easy to maintain, the Kubota ZG200 Series is a great mower for those looking to step up to a zero-turn mower.

Z400 Series zero-turn mower

The next rung up from the ZG200 Series is the Z400 Series zero-turn mower from Kubota. This series packs the comfort and convenience residential users demand, plus the durability and performance lawn care professionals require. Rugged transmissions, smooth operator levers and superior results cut after cut are what you can expect from a Kubota Z400 series mower.

Kubota Z400 Series Features:

22 and 24 HP Kawasaki engines
48, 54 and 60-inch mowing decks
Cutting height of 1.5 to 5-inches, adjustable in 1/4 – inch increments
Spacious operator deck
Adjustable, high-back seat, 12V power outlet
Rugged Hydro-Gear® transmission
24-inch, low-profile rear tires/wide pneumatic front casters
Designed for easy maintenance
Built in the USA

This series offers three mower deck widths, including 48, 54 and 60 inches. Simply twist the height adjustment knob to adjust the cutting height from 1.5 to 5 inches, in precise ¼ inch increments. The durable, steel welded mower deck is easily raised and lowered with a foot pedal.

When it comes to your comfort, the Z400 Series zero-turn mower features a high-back seat that slides 6-inches back and forth for added personal comfort. Next to the seat is a cupholder, storage pocket and 12-volt power outlet to keep your electronic devices charged. On the opposite side of the seat is an ergonomic control panel which houses things like the throttle lever, deck adjustment knob and hours gauge.

Having so many convenient features packed into an easy-to-operate machine makes this zero-turn mower series an excellent choice for both homeowners and lawn care professionals.

Kubota ZD1000 Series

Moving on to our choices for commercial use, we like the Kubota ZD1000 Series zero-turn mower. These mowers have compact diesel engines for better fuel economy without sacrificing horsepower, which helps improve your bottom line while improving productivity.

Kubota ZD1000 Series Features:

19.3 and 21.6 HP Kubota diesel engines
48, 54 and 60-inch mowing decks
Cutting height of 1 to 5-inches, adjustable in 1/4 – inch increments
High-back deluxe suspension seat
Flat operator platform with a thick cushioned mat
Hands-free parking brake
Hydraulic deck lift
Wide, low-profile rear tires
Built in the USA

Kubota ZD1000 Series zero-turn mowers are equipped with an ACS Kubota Pro Deck, which is optimized for faster, more efficient cutting and discharge. Because these steel decks allow for more airflow they use less power, lowering fuel consumption. Improved airflow helps prevent clippings from clumping and sticking to the walls of the deck.

The decks on the ZD1000 Series are shaft driven for a smoother transfer of power from the engine to the deck. Shaft drive decks are lower maintenance, too. You’ll also enjoy the convenience of the hydraulic deck lift system, which allows you to easily work around obstacles.

To maximize operator comfort, Kubota outfitted this mower series with an adjustable suspension seat with a high backrest, dual armrests and lumbar support. You can adjust the padded seat up as well as back and forth. The wide operator deck is covered with a thick mat to help reduce noise and vibration. You can adjust the HST levers to give you more legroom. A cup holder and a storage box are located next to the seat.

This is a solid machine built for rider comfort and all-day commercial use. Whether you’re looking to replace, upgrade or add to your fleet, the Kubota ZD1000 Series deserves a serious look.

Kubota ZD1200 Series

Our final zero turn mower selection is the Kubota ZD1200 Series, which is a powerful commercial mower with 60 and 72-inch decks. Powered by a 24.8 horsepower Kubota diesel, this mower series can help you tackle bigger jobs and mow more terrain in less time. A big, comfortable seat and smooth controls make long days in the saddle easier to handle.

Kubota ZD1200 Series Features:

24.8 HP Kubota diesel engine
60 and 72-inch mowing decks
Cutting height of 1 to 5-inches, adjustable in 1/4 – inch increments
High-back deluxe suspension seat
Large, bright LCD panel
Flat operator platform with a thick cushioned mat
Hands-free parking brake
Hydraulic deck lift
Wide, low-profile rear tires
Built in the USA

LIke the Kubota ZD1000 Series zero-turn mowers, ZD1200 mowers are equipped with an ACS Kubota Pro Deck. This Kubota exclusive deck is optimized for faster, more efficient cutting and discharging. Because these steel decks allow for more airflow they use less power, lowering fuel consumption. In fact, the mower deck can give you up to 22% more fuel efficiency and horsepower balance.

Another efficiency booster on the ZD1200 Series is the shaft driven mower deck. Shaft drives require less maintenance and they provide a smoother transfer of power from the engine to the deck.

Comfort is key in a commercial mower and Kubota won’t let you down in that department. The ZD1200 Series mowers have big, cushioned seats that adjust up and back and forth so you can personalize the seating position. Add to that lumbar support, a high backrest and dual armrests for added comfort touches. You have plenty of foot room on the wide operator deck and adjustable HST levers improve legroom. A thick, heavy-duty mat covers the operator deck helping to cut down on vibration and noise. A cup holder and a storage box are located next to the seat. This series also has the largest LCD panel in its class, making it easy to see important data at a glance.

As you would expect, Kubota makes it easy to reach important areas of the mower for service. The ZD1200 Series takes things one step further with an attached maintenance lift. This innovative two-pin, tilt-up maintenance lift raises the front of the mower, even with the mower deck still attached.

The ZD1200 Series zero turn mower is a powerful machine with an extra wide deck to make quicker work of big mowing jobs. It’s a great choice for handling a wide variety of mowing conditions throughout the Lowcountry and beyond.

The experienced team of Kubota experts at Steen Enterprises can help you choose the right zero-turn mower for your individual needs.