MZ Magnum vs Z530M
MZ Magnum vs Z530M compared side by side: specs, ratings, price and owner feedback from our independent reviews.
| MZ Magnum | Z530M | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 3.5 | 4.3 |
| Performance | 3.5 | 4.5 |
| Build quality | 4.0 | 4.5 |
| Reliability | 3.5 | 4.5 |
| Value for money | 4.0 | 3.5 |
| Comfort & ergonomics | 3.0 | 4.5 |
| Features | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| Price | — | $5,899 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Horsepower | — | 24 HP |
| Engine | Kawasaki FR651V 21.5 hp (48, 54, 60-in.); Kohler 7000 KT724 24 hp (54, 60-in.), per maker | Kawasaki V-twin OHV, air-cooled |
| Displacement | 726 cc (Kawasaki); 747 cc (Kohler) | Not published by Deere |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Dual Hydro-Gear EZT-2200 (ZT 2200 series) | Tuff Torq TZT7-U hydrostatic, twin lever control |
| Drive | Zero-turn, rear-wheel drive, lever steering | Zero-turn, dual hydrostatic |
| Deck size | 48, 54 or 60 in. | 48 in (54 or 60 in optional) |
| Deck construction | Formed and welded, 3/16-in. or 7-gauge steel, with 1/4-in. side plates | Accel Deep, side discharge, four-point lift |
| Cutting height | 1.5 to 4.5 in., foot-assist lift with dial | 1 to 4 in (0.25 in steps) |
| Blades | — | Side-discharge blades; MulchControl kit optional |
| Discharge | — | Side discharge; mulching and bagging with optional kits |
| Top speed | Up to 6 mph forward | 8 mph forward, 4 mph reverse |
| Turning radius | — | Zero |
| Front tires | 11x6.00-5 smooth | 13x6.5-6 casters |
| Rear tires | 18x9.5-8 Reaper | 22x9.5-10 |
| Weight | 659 lb (48-in.), 687 lb (54-in.), 715 lb (60-in.) | 772 lb (no fuel) |
| Dimensions | — | 48-in. deck standard; see Deere spec sheet for overall size |
| Fuel capacity | 6 US gal | 4.5 US gal (17 L) |
| Recommended property size | — | Up to about 2 acres of flat ground with obstacles |
| Model family | MZ Magnum (Bad Boy page lists 48, 54 and 60-in.) | — |
| Frame | 2 x 2 in. all-steel welded rail frame | — |
| Spindles | PEER maintenance-free | — |
| Overall length | 76 in. | — |
| PTO | Electric | — |
| Seat | — | 20 in with armrests and ComfortGlide |
| Rollover protection | — | Foldable ROPS and seat belt |
| Battery | — | 12V |
| Towing (with optional hitch) | — | 250 lb; 100 lb tongue weight |
| Deck options | — | 54 in (+$200), 60 in (+$500) |
| Verdict | The MZ Magnum is a straightforward, heavy-deck zero-turn with 6 gallons of fuel and a choice of 21.5 or 24 hp engines. It lacks the suspension and speed of the… Read the full review |
The Z530M offers a 24 hp V-twin, 8 mph speed, roll bar, ComfortGlide seat and a 4-year warranty. It costs much more than the Z300 line but is built tougher. Read the full review |
