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Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 LP vs Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ48 KW

Verdict: Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 LP vs Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ48 KW

The Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 LP and the Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ48 KW are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ48 KW is the lighter machine (331 kg vs 365 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 LP holds more fuel (29.9 L vs 21.2 L) for longer stints between fills. Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ48 KW is the newer design (2014 vs 2010). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.

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Fit & specs
Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 LP Lawn Tractor
Cub Cadet
79
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ48 KW Lawn Tractor
Cub Cadet
79
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
null hp
null hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
Cub Cadet (a part of MTD)Reference
Cub Cadet (a part of MTD)Reference
air-cooled vertical-shaft V-TwinReference
air-cooled vertical-shaft V-TwinReference
Steering
differentialReference
differentialReference
Variants
KH
Kohler engineReference
Kohler engineReference
KW
Kawasaki engineReference
Kawasaki engineReference
LP
LP-gas engineReference
COM
CommercialReference
CommercialReference
Engine
Fuel tank
29.9 LReference
21.2 LReference
Displacement
44.3 ciReference
44.3 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
78 x 76 mmReference
78 x 76 mmReference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
1.9 LReference
1.9 LReference
Transmission
Transmission
Hydro-Gear ZT-2800Reference
Hydro-Gear ZT-2800Reference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverseReference
Oil change
sealed unit, owner service is not recommendedReference
sealed unit, owner service is not recommendedReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Mid PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
electricReference
electricReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
109 cmReference
109 cmReference
Weight
365 kgReference
331 kgReference
Front tire
13x5.0-6Reference
13x5.0-6Reference
Rear tire
20x10-10Reference
20x10-8Reference
Lawn/turf front
13x5.0-6Reference
13x5.0-6Reference
Lawn/turf rear
20x10-10Reference
20x10-8Reference
Length
177 cmReference
177 cmReference
Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
flywheel alternatorReference
flywheel alternatorReference
Charging amps
15Reference
15Reference
Battery CCA
275Reference
230Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
60" Mower deck
Type
hydrostaticReference
3-blade with manual with spring assist liftReference
Cutting width
152 cmReference
121 cmReference
Cut height
2 to 10 cmReference
2 to 10 cmReference
Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ48 attachments
48" Mower deck

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.

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