XT2 SLX50 vs Z Master
XT2 SLX50 vs Z Master compared side by side: specs, ratings, price and owner feedback from our independent reviews.
| XT2 SLX50 | Z Master | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 4.3 | 4.4 |
| Performance | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Build quality | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Reliability | 4.0 | 4.5 |
| Value for money | 3.5 | 3.0 |
| Comfort & ergonomics | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Features | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Price | $3,999 | $9,599 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Horsepower | 24 HP | — |
| Engine | Kohler 7000 Series HD V-twin OHV, air-cooled | Toro 24.5 hp, Kawasaki FX 25.5 hp, Kohler Command PRO EFI 26.5 to 38 hp, Vanguard EFI 37 hp (gross) |
| Displacement | 725 to 747 cc, 2 cylinders | 708 to 999 cc, V-twin |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Foot-pedal hydrostatic | Hydro-Gear ZT-3400 / ZT-4400, unitized hydraulic pumps and wheel motors |
| Drive | 2WD, hydrostatic | Zero-turn, rear-wheel drive, lever steering |
| Deck size | 50 in | 52, 60 and 72 in. |
| Deck construction | Fabricated AeroForce, 11-gauge steel, side discharge | TURBO FORCE 7-gauge steel |
| Cutting height | 12 positions | 1.0 or 1.5 to 5.5 in. |
| Blades | Not published by Cub Cadet | — |
| Discharge | Side discharge; mulching and bagging with optional kits | Side discharge with rubber chute |
| Top speed | Not published by Cub Cadet | 10 to 12 mph |
| Turning radius | Not published by Cub Cadet | — |
| Front tires | Not published by Cub Cadet | 13x6.5-6 or 15x6.5-6 casters |
| Rear tires | Not published by Cub Cadet | 24x10.5-12 to 26x10.5-12; 24x12-12 on 5000 and 6000 |
| Weight | Not published by Cub Cadet | About 1,014 to 1,335 lb |
| Dimensions | 50-in. deck; see Cub Cadet spec sheet for full size | — |
| Fuel capacity | Not published by Cub Cadet | 7 to 12 US gal depending on series |
| Recommended property size | About 2 to 4 acres | Not stated by Toro; sized for acreage and commercial use |
| Seat | 15 in high-back with armrests, 10-degree incline | Suspension seat with armrests (most models) |
| Anti-scalp wheels | Four gauge wheels | — |
| Deck lift | Manual | — |
| Deck wash | Yes | — |
| Frame (5000 and 6000) | — | 3x1.5 in. tubular steel |
| Telematics | — | Horizon360 compatible |
| Oil Guard (6000, 72980) | — | 500-hour oil intervals |
| Verdict | The SLX50 adds armrests, cruise control and a heavy-duty Kohler V-twin to a 50-in. fabricated deck. It is a comfort upgrade over the LT50. Read the full review |
The Z Master is the best-built zero-turn Toro makes for people who mow every week. It costs much more than the TITAN, so buy it only if you will use… Read the full review |
