Our verdict
The ZD that most UK landscape contractors actually scale up to. Bigger deck, bigger fuel tank, bigger duty cycle, and the same Kubota diesel reliability. Two acres per hour all-day pace is realistic on this machine, and parts availability through the Kubota dealer network is the best of any commercial zero-turn brand in the UK.
Pros & cons
Pros
- D1305 diesel, the natural step up from the ZD1011
- 152cm deck for proper commercial acreage
- Pro-grade Parker hydro pumps with relief valves
- Suspension seat fitted as standard
Cons
- Real money new
- Heavier than the ZD1011 on banks and slopes
- DPF on post-emissions units adds service complexity
Full specs
| Type | Ride-on |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 152 cm |
| Engine / Power | Kubota D1305 diesel 3-cylinder 24.8HP |
| Weight | 540 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | — |
| Suited to lawn | Large |
| Noise level | 100 dB |
Buying second-hand
£7000-14500 used. D1305 hours under 2000 excellent. Always check the deck spindles from underneath, the 60in deck has three spindles instead of two, more wear points to inspect. Confirm regen-cycle history if post-2015 emissions unit, blocked DPF is a £1500+ dealer job.
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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 152cm blade
Annual sharpening is free; replace when bent or cracked.
|
£24–£32 | £8–£12 |
|
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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