Our verdict
The current Kubota G-series flagship in commercial spec. What golf-course head greenkeepers and large grounds contractors actually run on, and the unit Kubota itself uses for demo days. Build quality is the same Japanese standard as their agricultural tractors, with a service horizon measured in decades.
Pros & cons
Pros
- HD frame built for daily commercial use, the contractor's choice
- D902 diesel, cleaner-burning than the older D722
- 600L collection bag, the biggest in the G-series
- Electronic dash with hour counter and service warnings
Cons
- Properly expensive new
- Electronics complicate older-style field repair
- Same heavyweight footprint as the LD
Full specs
| Type | Ride-on |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 137 cm |
| Engine / Power | Kubota D902 diesel 3-cylinder |
| Weight | 540 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 600 L |
| Suited to lawn | Large |
| Noise level | 100 dB |
Buying second-hand
£7000-12000 used. Genuinely new enough that hours under 800 are common. Confirm the electronic dash is fault-free, Kubota dealer diagnostic is a one-hour bench job and worth £150 of confidence on any unit over 5 years old. D902 service history is non-negotiable, ask for stamped intervals.
Where to buy the Kubota G26-II HD
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Repair-cost reference
UK 2026 ballpark prices for the parts you're most likely to need on this mower. OEM is dealer-genuine; aftermarket is what you'll find on eBay or generic small-engine suppliers. Use these to sense-check any quote and to negotiate on used buys.
| Part / job | OEM | Aftermarket |
|---|---|---|
|
Replacement 137cm blade
Annual sharpening is free; replace when bent or cracked.
|
£24–£32 | £8–£12 |
|
Oil filter
|
£18 | £9 |
|
Fuel filter
|
£28 | £14 |
|
Air filter element
|
£40 | £20 |
|
Deck spindle bearing
Replace if blade vibrates or the deck whines under load.
|
£48 each | £22 each |
|
Transaxle service (gear oil change)
Hydrostatic units need fresh fluid every 200 hours.
|
£60 dealer | £15 DIY |
|
12V starter battery
Generic 12V 18Ah lawn-tractor battery — fits most ride-ons.
|
£45 | £28 |
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