Cruz 42 vs Freedom Z
Cruz 42 vs Freedom Z compared side by side: specs, ratings, price and owner feedback from our independent reviews.
| Cruz 42 | Freedom Z | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 3.2 | 3.8 |
| Performance | 3.5 | 4.0 |
| Build quality | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| Reliability | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| Value for money | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Comfort & ergonomics | 3.0 | 3.5 |
| Features | 3.0 | 3.5 |
| Price | $2,899 | $6,899 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Engine | Briggs and Stratton EX1900 Series, 19 gross hp, electric start | Briggs CXi 25 hp; Kohler 7000 24 or 26 hp; Kawasaki FR 23 or 24 hp; Scag SR 24 hp |
| Displacement | 540 cc | — |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Dual Hydro-Gear hydrostatic transaxles | Hydro-Gear ZT2800 transaxle |
| Drive | Zero-turn, rear-wheel drive, lever steering | Zero-turn, dual-lever steering |
| Deck size | 42 in. (spec table also lists 44) | 48 and 52 in. |
| Deck construction | Stamped 13-gauge steel | Dual-plate steel with spindle reinforcement plate |
| Cutting height | 7 positions, single-point control | 1.5 to 4.5 in., 0.25 in. steps |
| Blades | Twin blades, anti-scalp wheels | Not stated on Scag page |
| Discharge | Side discharge | Side discharge |
| Top speed | 7 mph | 8 mph forward, 5 mph reverse |
| Front tires | 11x6.00-5 | 11x6-5 casters |
| Rear tires | 20x10.00-10 | 20x10-10 |
| Weight | — | 745 lb (48-in.), 765 lb (52-in.) |
| Fuel capacity | — | 6.5 US gal |
| Recommended property size | Up to 3 acres per fill-up (per Murray) | — |
| Model number | MYZ4219000 (Home Depot) | — |
| Engine series | EX1900 | — |
| Retailer | The Home Depot (exclusive) | — |
| Rear tire width | 10 in. | — |
| Model numbers | — | SFZ-48H-25CX, SFZ-52H-25CX, SFZ-48H-24KT, SFZ-52H-26KT, SFZ-48H-23FR, SFZ-48H-24SR, SFZ-52H-24FR |
| PTO clutch | — | Ogura GT1, 74 ft-lb |
| MSRP range | — | $6,899 to $7,799 |
| Length | — | 73 in. |
| Verdict | The Cruz 42 is an inexpensive zero-turn that brings dual hydrostatic drive and a 3-year warranty to a small deck. Missing weight and tank data and a 7-position height control… Read the full review |
The Freedom Z offers Scag build, a big tank and 8 mph for homeowners, with engine choice across four brands. Commercial use cuts the warranty to one year. Read the full review |
