Craftsman Z7600 54
What owners love
- +Reinforced fabricated deck, a real step up from the stamped Craftsman decks
- +Front caster suspension smooths out rough ground
- +Kohler PRO KT735 with a Tuff Torq TZ-350 transmission
- +LED headlights and a rubber foot mat to damp vibration
- +Made in the USA, sold at Lowe's and Amazon
Worth knowing
- −Tuff Torq TZ-350 is not a commercial transaxle
- −Only 7 mph top speed
- −Owners report the odd spindle and clutch niggle
Craftsman Z7600 54
The Z7600 sits at the top of Craftsman's zero-turn range, and the deck is what separates it from the cheaper models. Where the Z5800 and its siblings use stamped steel, this one gets a reinforced fabricated deck built to survive difficult conditions, and Craftsman adds front caster suspension and a rubber foot mat so rough ground reaches you less. A Kohler PRO KT735 and Tuff Torq TZ-350 transmission handle the work, with LED headlights included. The transmission is not commercial-grade and owners do mention the odd spindle or clutch issue, so keep up with maintenance. For two or three acres and a buyer who wants a fabricated deck without leaving the big-box price bracket, it is the Craftsman worth buying.
Specifications
| Brand | Craftsman |
| Model | Z7600 54 |
| Cutting deck | 54 inches |
| Engine | Kohler PRO KT735 V-twin, 747cc |
| Power | 24.0 HP |
| Transmission | Tuff Torq TZ-350 dual hydrostatic |
| Top speed | 7.0 mph |
| Warranty | 3-year limited; 5-year frame |
| Recommended use | Residential |
| Best for | 2–3 acres |
| Typical price | CA$6,119 |
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