Scag · Commercial
ZT Score
Freedom Z 48
8.2/10
Best for2–3 acres
DriveDual hydrostatic (Hydro-Gear ZT-2800)
Warranty3-year / 500-hour residential; 2-year commercial
Deck
48"
Power
24.0 HP
Top speed
8.0 mph
Price
$6,910
What owners love
- +Fabricated Hero cutter deck delivers an excellent, even cut
- +Serviceable Hydro-Gear ZT-2800 commercial transaxles
- +Extra-low centre of gravity helps stability on uneven ground
- +Sealed, maintenance-free aluminium spindles
Worth knowing
- −A 48-inch deck is small for the price
- −No suspension seat
- −Dealer-only sales and service
Our verdict
Scag Freedom Z 48
Scag is a name commercial crews trust, and the Freedom Z is the cheapest way onto one. It brings the good stuff down to a homeowner-friendly size: a fabricated Hero deck that cuts cleanly, serviceable ZT-2800 transaxles, and a low centre of gravity that helps on uneven ground. The 48-inch deck is on the small side for the money, and there is no suspension seat, so it trades width and comfort for build quality. If you have a couple of acres and want a machine that outlasts a big-box mower two or three times over, it is a smart buy. If you just want the most deck per dollar, look elsewhere.
Full specs
Specifications
| Brand | Scag |
| Model | Freedom Z 48 |
| Cutting deck | 48 inches |
| Engine | Kohler 7000 PRO Series V-twin, 747cc |
| Power | 24.0 HP |
| Transmission | Dual hydrostatic (Hydro-Gear ZT-2800) |
| Top speed | 8.0 mph |
| Warranty | 3-year / 500-hour residential; 2-year commercial |
| Recommended use | Commercial |
| Best for | 2–3 acres |
| Typical price | $6,910 |
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