I expect this mower will last several seasons with decent care. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkx1VWTrayKBdCKAjzAcZ_Eg4dhHTae3LkN also recommend Also, I ran across the problem with it not starting the 2nd time I used it. There is a safety switch which is pushed in by the chute or mulching piece being attached to the deck. I took the cover off and it wouldn't start. Put it back on, no problem. It takes only a minute with 2 easily accessible wingnuts and no tools. This mower starts up first crank each time and it is a joy to use. It also mows in reverse by putting the key to the reverse area after starting and pushing in the triangular button. It will stay in reverse mode until you turn it off. All in all, for my homeowner needs, I really like this mower-and at 70 bucks a cut here in Miami, it's already more than 1/3 paid for itself in a month.
The original mower belt on my 1989 Gravely tractor, only lasted 30 years with use 9 months out of every year. The Kubotas look well built and simple. Equals less headaches!
I just picked up a 421/54". These things are built like a tank with the typical Kubota quality. And you're right on the blades, about twice as thick and heavy as my old mower. Nice video
Like to see your stand on mowers, and great job showing and telling. Yes I’ve been thinking to go with a stand on , hair oldest son buys a stand on from y’all. And I am thinking to go with a stand on, I have never had a zero turn mower. But I have tried the set down zero turn for a 4 or 5 minutes first one a cub cadet then dads toro then bad boy. But never a stand on I like working my legs much has I can,so show some good deals on them stand on mowers. I need a change from riding on mowers that you set on cause I feel tired more setting,so fix me up on a stand on.well thanks again for showing telling and we will see you next time have a great day see ya bye.
@@edmontonkubota Hi. I'm a small landscape business owner/starter, on a budget. I'm looking for a quality residential zero turn cause I can barely afford that one, let alone a commercial one. Most of my customers are on a monthly plan so you can imagine what kind of grass I'm dealing with.. Anyway, it's usually a 30" tall, thick and mostly wet grass that needs to be dealt with. So I'm looking for a cheap zero turn that can tackle this kind of tall, wet grass. I guess I need more power and taller deck. Quality of the cut is definitely not my priority. Also I need the smallest deck there is, 36" if possible because my lots aren't too big, but they are always behind something, around 3 fences and you have to pass through 3 doors to get to it... So, any suggestions? I know I ask a lot and my budget is measly, but a good recomendation from a pro like you would be much appreciated. Thank you.
@@markbrisec3972 Hi Mark, thanks for reaching out. Your question is a difficulty one to answer if you're on a tight budget as 30" of grass is going to be quite difficult to cut. I would suggest getting a walk behind weed trimmer similar to this one supplied by Home Depot www.homedepot.ca/product/swisher-22-inch--44-hp-honda-gas-deluxe-walk-behind-string-trimmer/1001046062?eid=PS_GOOGLE_D28%20-%20CM_E-Comm_GGL_Shopping_PLA_EN_Outdoor%20Power_Outdoor%20Power_PLA_EN__PRODUCT_GROUP_aud-1004003206983:pla-343852238638&gclid=CjwKCAjwqvyFBhB7EiwAER786VTS-lDY5LYxw21jiEVnEhTYh1ADANEs1NJRtfwG1yhm0JiRqk4OlBoCqLUQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw. The smallest one we offer would be a Z231KW-42 and you can view the features with the link below. If you are from around Edmonton we certainly get a price for you if you contact us directly. Hope this helps. kubota.ca/en/products/power-equipment/mowers/z200
First thing I did is remove the shute spring and attach a cord to flip it up to get past tight places. Second, the deck had a harmonic vibration. The belt tensioner setup has too much play. It wobbles up and down and made a hell of a racket. I removed the pivot bush and filed a bee's width off it's height. Lubricated the pivot and bolted down. Now it's firmer, but still moves but only in direction it should and alot less noise and vibration.
That's a great question. I had to look deep to find out but I guess Kubota puts in the "T" to signify the extra width of the rear tire on that model. So the tire will be 12" wide versus the 9.5" on the KW models.
These are excellent videos, I also watched the video about the z200 series. I am a homeowner with just under an acre of irrigated lawn to mow. What would be the best choice between 48" models? I was thinking of the z231 with Kohler and suspension seat. Is moving to the z412KW with suspension seat worth the additional cost and what exactly would the benefits be?
Thanks for the nice feedback, i truly appreciate it. I've owned both series and personally like the Z412 the best. The Kawasaki engine starts so easily and runs so smooth it was the difference maker. It has a higher grade transmission, large front gauge wheels, and a more robust frame. I only had one issue with me Z100 (now Z200) and it was the park brake safety switch that failed. The foldable rops on the Z400 is nice as well if you have low hanging trees to get under.
great review ! I've got a 422 54 inch coming.....here in Australia , the largest deck size is the 54 inch which is a shame. the 60 would be have been my first choice. i may go for another brand which us a shame because I really like kubota .
One thing you may find id that the difference in time savings between the 2 sizes is very minimal. The 54" will give you a better cut quality and better mulching performance if you go that route.
Can you show the Z421, how tow aerator/dithacher/or drop spreader without having to remove the entire Grass bagger unit. Thank you I would really like to see someone make a video on this.
Thanks for the great question. We don't sell many baggers for these models as most people mulch around here. However, once we have a unit setup with a bagger I will do my best to get a video up for you to view.
Hi Carl. Are the stripes happening when turning a corner? If so that will happen when the grass is long and it doesn't have time to lift again before the mower goes over it. If its backfiring lots i would recommend taking it to a dealer to check out.
For the $6k I paid for mine, I’m a bit disappointed that there’s no fuel gauge… I think Kubota gets a bit cheap on their control panels because I also have their RTV (utility vehicle) and that also does not have a fuel gauge and I paid 9K for that unit….
Not much of an upgrade from my Z127S I bought around 2013. This design does suck for our country property. It is very rough even with the suspension seat. The low profile tires don't help. My next mower I will most likely go with one with actual suspension. Overall the mower has been reliable. Did have the starter motor bend its shaft, one pully replaced, one belt, two front tires, and a part of the deck lift stress fractured and snapped and I had to weld it back together. Also the deck wheels should be supported by both sides because the mount there bends over time. The rest was maintenance. Still on the original battery (battery tender over winter). Pretty tough mower overall and handles our 5 acres.
Hi Tom. There is a definite size difference between the two models. The Z421 is the large chassis of the 2 and can handle either a 48" or 54" mower. The Z422 has a 42" mower and is really built for small acreages, city properties or municipality mowing where a small unit is easier to maneuver. You can view both models on Kubota.ca by clicking the following link kubota.ca/en/products/power-equipment/mowers/z200
I have the kw 422 54". Just purchased it 2 months ago. Was working perfect but out of no where I lost some power. Took it to the dealer. They are telling me it was clogged with grass and over heated!! Even tho I cleaned out the air filter like you did on the video. Mower only has 25hrs. Just trying to understand if I did something wrong on my behalf
From what you are saying it sounds like you are doing the proper maintenance. Its very rare, if at all, that we see one of these overheat. I would request they dive a little deeper into the cause. Are you working in extreme temperatures? Did they check to see if the spark plug is fouled?
2:45 pushing what in, the peddle or knob? kind of sqeaky peddle but looks well made overall. Noise pollution, why should I have to wear sound protection when I'm cutting my grass??
I'm pushing in the foot pedal to lift and lower the mower deck. You don't need sound protection necessarily, I just wear my headphones to listen to music when I mow.
These 400 series mowers have pros and cons. They are probably not what you want for commercial mowing…just not heavy duty enough. I use mine that way, but only part time. The frame flexes, the mower deck gauge wheels are not well supported and will bend and wear out; the Kawasaki FS engines are OK but don’t have a great air filtration system; the seat looks nice but has zero suspension without the added option. On the positive side, it’s relatively quick for a low end transaxle, and the deck and parking brake operation is great. The phone holder works well. The “low profile” tires do better on side hills, combined with the fuel tank below the seat. The sight glass fuel gauge isn’t ideal but better than nothing. The blades are durable, but the spindles are not. I’ve replaced two bearings already with only 350 hours on the machine. Cut quality is good, but the high lift style blades generate a ton of dust. The deck height adjustment system is terrible, just like on the small Kubota tractors with belly mowers. The knob steps easily get clogged with debris and it won’t turn. So I like it? Yes, and it’s worth considering that it’s half the money of a full commercial unit. See Z700 series for an upgrade although it looks like they have the same chassis.
We call these "Light Commercial" so yes there are more options for more commercial units that are designed to run all day, everyday. Of course the price takes a big jump moving to one of those. We have had a lot of success selling these to both commercial and non-commercial clients with consideration for type of use and hours.
I have a zd1211 and its a monster!! However kubota does not offer a high lift blades for the zd1211. The factory blades that come with the zd1211 are terrible.
well to me j d has them beet by a mile i have a john deere 180 it,s 43 years old it cut,s grass all summer and blows snow all winter i have changed the blads on the mower and replaced one front tire on the tractor the blower has never been repared or fixed yet nock on wood i bought a new one in 2015 j d lt180 to cut the grass cause i am getting old and cant awitch things around i still got the old one to do snow blowing
Deck pulley covers should be open on both ends on every mower..There would be no need to remove those covers..Such a "no brainer"..makes you wonder what these engineers are thinking 🤔..Awesome mower though!
I worked at Kubota dealership up till about 3 years ago We’d delivered brand new zero turns hydro belt would come off . Couldn’t find why we had a handful 6-10 mowers Kubota would say haven’t seen that problem before? Then about a month later there would be a service bulletin on the issue just like cub cadet they wouldn’t tell you they’re having problems. About 4 years ago we had all kind of problems with the zero turns under warranty the homeowner zero turns were terrible!
I like the 24hp Kawasaki and the zt3600 hydros.
I expect this mower will last several seasons with decent care. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkx1VWTrayKBdCKAjzAcZ_Eg4dhHTae3LkN also recommend Also, I ran across the problem with it not starting the 2nd time I used it. There is a safety switch which is pushed in by the chute or mulching piece being attached to the deck. I took the cover off and it wouldn't start. Put it back on, no problem. It takes only a minute with 2 easily accessible wingnuts and no tools. This mower starts up first crank each time and it is a joy to use. It also mows in reverse by putting the key to the reverse area after starting and pushing in the triangular button. It will stay in reverse mode until you turn it off. All in all, for my homeowner needs, I really like this mower-and at 70 bucks a cut here in Miami, it's already more than 1/3 paid for itself in a month.
The original mower belt on my 1989 Gravely tractor, only lasted 30 years with use 9 months out of every year.
The Kubotas look well built and simple.
Equals less headaches!
I bought the z411 3 years ago, very fine mower...
Nice intro to the 422 series. I'm waiting for stock to arrive and ready to purchase.
Thank you so much for a professional demonstration
have a zd25 with over 2200 hr.still cuts 7ac everyweek very good cutter
Bought one of these to cut commercial properties all day, it’s incredible.
Great to hear, I love mine as well👍
Thanks for the vids on the z200 and z400 mowers.
Glad you like them!
@@edmontonkubota I ended up with the z412. Thanks again.Take care.
I just picked up a 421/54". These things are built like a tank with the typical Kubota quality. And you're right on the blades, about twice as thick and heavy as my old mower. Nice video
Thanks, I'm sure you will enjoy your Z421 for many years!
Lawn mowers
@@celestezugec6304 ain't that the truth!
Like to see your stand on mowers, and great job showing and telling. Yes I’ve been thinking to go with a stand on , hair oldest son buys a stand on from y’all. And I am thinking to go with a stand on, I have never had a zero turn mower. But I have tried the set down zero turn for a 4 or 5 minutes first one a cub cadet then dads toro then bad boy. But never a stand on I like working my legs much has I can,so show some good deals on them stand on mowers. I need a change from riding on mowers that you set on cause I feel tired more setting,so fix me up on a stand on.well thanks again for showing telling and we will see you next time have a great day see ya bye.
good video just bought one learned something new about it.
Thanks Dwight, glad to hear that!
@@edmontonkubota Hi. I'm a small landscape business owner/starter, on a budget. I'm looking for a quality residential zero turn cause I can barely afford that one, let alone a commercial one.
Most of my customers are on a monthly plan so you can imagine what kind of grass I'm dealing with.. Anyway, it's usually a 30" tall, thick and mostly wet grass that needs to be dealt with. So I'm looking for a cheap zero turn that can tackle this kind of tall, wet grass. I guess I need more power and taller deck. Quality of the cut is definitely not my priority. Also I need the smallest deck there is, 36" if possible because my lots aren't too big, but they are always behind something, around 3 fences and you have to pass through 3 doors to get to it... So, any suggestions? I know I ask a lot and my budget is measly, but a good recomendation from a pro like you would be much appreciated. Thank you.
@@markbrisec3972 Hi Mark, thanks for reaching out. Your question is a difficulty one to answer if you're on a tight budget as 30" of grass is going to be quite difficult to cut. I would suggest getting a walk behind weed trimmer similar to this one supplied by Home Depot www.homedepot.ca/product/swisher-22-inch--44-hp-honda-gas-deluxe-walk-behind-string-trimmer/1001046062?eid=PS_GOOGLE_D28%20-%20CM_E-Comm_GGL_Shopping_PLA_EN_Outdoor%20Power_Outdoor%20Power_PLA_EN__PRODUCT_GROUP_aud-1004003206983:pla-343852238638&gclid=CjwKCAjwqvyFBhB7EiwAER786VTS-lDY5LYxw21jiEVnEhTYh1ADANEs1NJRtfwG1yhm0JiRqk4OlBoCqLUQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.
The smallest one we offer would be a Z231KW-42 and you can view the features with the link below. If you are from around Edmonton we certainly get a price for you if you contact us directly. Hope this helps.
kubota.ca/en/products/power-equipment/mowers/z200
A simple thing to make this a quieter mower is to put a rubber mat over the foot platform. Makes a huge difference.
J, that’s a great tip, I’ll try it this weekend… many thanks
They are very loud that's for sure. I'll try your advice.
@@rocknral Stay tuned as I will be doing another video soon about this as Kubota has addressed the issue with the Z200 series.
First thing I did is remove the shute spring and attach a cord to flip it up to get past tight places.
Second, the deck had a harmonic vibration. The belt tensioner setup has too much play. It wobbles up and down and made a hell of a racket. I removed the pivot bush and filed a bee's width off it's height. Lubricated the pivot and bolted down. Now it's firmer, but still moves but only in direction it should and alot less noise and vibration.
Scag kills it. 🇺🇸🤠🤩
I was hoping you'd cover what the difference between the KW and KWT was. But good review.
That's a great question. I had to look deep to find out but I guess Kubota puts in the "T" to signify the extra width of the rear tire on that model. So the tire will be 12" wide versus the 9.5" on the KW models.
These are excellent videos, I also watched the video about the z200 series. I am a homeowner with just under an acre of irrigated lawn to mow. What would be the best choice between 48" models? I was thinking of the z231 with Kohler and suspension seat. Is moving to the z412KW with suspension seat worth the additional cost and what exactly would the benefits be?
Thanks for the nice feedback, i truly appreciate it. I've owned both series and personally like the Z412 the best. The Kawasaki engine starts so easily and runs so smooth it was the difference maker. It has a higher grade transmission, large front gauge wheels, and a more robust frame. I only had one issue with me Z100 (now Z200) and it was the park brake safety switch that failed. The foldable rops on the Z400 is nice as well if you have low hanging trees to get under.
@@edmontonkubota hey thankyou, great advice!
great review ! I've got a 422 54 inch coming.....here in Australia , the largest deck size is the 54 inch which is a shame. the 60 would be have been my first choice. i may go for another brand which us a shame because I really like kubota .
One thing you may find id that the difference in time savings between the 2 sizes is very minimal. The 54" will give you a better cut quality and better mulching performance if you go that route.
@@edmontonkubota thanks so much for replying to me . cheers!
Can you show the Z421, how tow aerator/dithacher/or drop spreader without having to remove the entire
Grass bagger unit. Thank you I would really like to see someone make a video on this.
Thanks for the great question. We don't sell many baggers for these models as most people mulch around here. However, once we have a unit setup with a bagger I will do my best to get a video up for you to view.
I can afford kubota tractor but not zero turn lol! Orange look hot!
Mower deck belt should last as long as the mower deck? So when you replace the belt order a new deck also
I have a kobota 412 seems it leaves a strip not at times. And back fires in reverse and one going forward. Like the machine
Hi Carl. Are the stripes happening when turning a corner? If so that will happen when the grass is long and it doesn't have time to lift again before the mower goes over it. If its backfiring lots i would recommend taking it to a dealer to check out.
I’m seriously considering pulling the trigger on a Z412.
Do you know what the cost Is?
@@Wheelchair-bear
In total mine was 8200.
@@NinthDensity thanks, I have to think of it as an investment
What's the price on your 412
Does this mower really only have 1 belt? Ones I have seen in the past have 2. One for mower deck and one drive.
Yes, it is only one belt. However, its very rare that we have one fail. I've owned 2 now with the same design and never had to replace one yet.
Love this brand just can’t afford them.
Are there paddle extenders for those of us who are vertically challenged?
No, not that I've seen before but I'm sure it wouldn't be too difficult to come up with something.
For the $6k I paid for mine, I’m a bit disappointed that there’s no fuel gauge… I think Kubota gets a bit cheap on their control panels because I also have their RTV (utility vehicle) and that also does not have a fuel gauge and I paid 9K for that unit….
Not much of an upgrade from my Z127S I bought around 2013. This design does suck for our country property. It is very rough even with the suspension seat. The low profile tires don't help. My next mower I will most likely go with one with actual suspension. Overall the mower has been reliable. Did have the starter motor bend its shaft, one pully replaced, one belt, two front tires, and a part of the deck lift stress fractured and snapped and I had to weld it back together. Also the deck wheels should be supported by both sides because the mount there bends over time. The rest was maintenance. Still on the original battery (battery tender over winter). Pretty tough mower overall and handles our 5 acres.
Hello! Thanks for the video - difference between the Z421 and Z422? I can’t seem to find that information…
Hi Tom. There is a definite size difference between the two models. The Z421 is the large chassis of the 2 and can handle either a 48" or 54" mower. The Z422 has a 42" mower and is really built for small acreages, city properties or municipality mowing where a small unit is easier to maneuver. You can view both models on Kubota.ca by clicking the following link kubota.ca/en/products/power-equipment/mowers/z200
Z422 has wider front casters and comes with the suspension seat.
I have the kw 422 54". Just purchased it 2 months ago. Was working perfect but out of no where I lost some power. Took it to the dealer. They are telling me it was clogged with grass and over heated!! Even tho I cleaned out the air filter like you did on the video. Mower only has 25hrs. Just trying to understand if I did something wrong on my behalf
From what you are saying it sounds like you are doing the proper maintenance. Its very rare, if at all, that we see one of these overheat. I would request they dive a little deeper into the cause. Are you working in extreme temperatures? Did they check to see if the spark plug is fouled?
@@edmontonkubota I live in around the Houston area. Temperatures ranges from 90-95.
@@juanflores42 That still shouldn't cause it to overheat unless you're cutting really long, thick, heavy grass.
Would be good to have zerk fittings on those spindles $$
Got a742 54inch its a beasts
2:45 pushing what in, the peddle or knob? kind of sqeaky peddle but looks well made overall.
Noise pollution, why should I have to wear sound protection when I'm cutting my grass??
I'm pushing in the foot pedal to lift and lower the mower deck. You don't need sound protection necessarily, I just wear my headphones to listen to music when I mow.
Price ???
How about putting a fx motor on it a fs is not as strong
I want to know if you have a 36' residential zero turn or 34' can't use any other size my gate isn't wide enough.
Sorry Erick, the smallest we produce at the moment is 42".
@@edmontonkubota
ok thank you so much.
These 400 series mowers have pros and cons. They are probably not what you want for commercial mowing…just not heavy duty enough. I use mine that way, but only part time. The frame flexes, the mower deck gauge wheels are not well supported and will bend and wear out; the Kawasaki FS engines are OK but don’t have a great air filtration system; the seat looks nice but has zero suspension without the added option. On the positive side, it’s relatively quick for a low end transaxle, and the deck and parking brake operation is great. The phone holder works well. The “low profile” tires do better on side hills, combined with the fuel tank below the seat. The sight glass fuel gauge isn’t ideal but better than nothing. The blades are durable, but the spindles are not. I’ve replaced two bearings already with only 350 hours on the machine. Cut quality is good, but the high lift style blades generate a ton of dust. The deck height adjustment system is terrible, just like on the small Kubota tractors with belly mowers. The knob steps easily get clogged with debris and it won’t turn. So I like it? Yes, and it’s worth considering that it’s half the money of a full commercial unit. See Z700 series for an upgrade although it looks like they have the same chassis.
We call these "Light Commercial" so yes there are more options for more commercial units that are designed to run all day, everyday. Of course the price takes a big jump moving to one of those. We have had a lot of success selling these to both commercial and non-commercial clients with consideration for type of use and hours.
You never said how much it cost
Price tag Z411?
HI there. The list on the new model Z412 is $8813 cdn. Pricing varies depending on where you are so you will need to check with your local dealer.
How much monny
Will the exhaust burn my grass like a Husqvarna?
I've had one for 4 years now and that's never happened. I've never actually heard of that before, is there a spark arrester on your exhaust?
I have a zd1211 and its a monster!! However kubota does not offer a high lift blades for the zd1211. The factory blades that come with the zd1211 are terrible.
You didn’t mention oil drain access. Some brands boast a short drain hose to allow a cleaner operation.
Good point Nick. It does have a drain fitting off the oil pan that you just twist to open.
I feel like the battery should be covered. I don’t like how it’s exposed like that.
well to me j d has them beet by a mile i have a john deere 180 it,s 43 years old it cut,s grass all summer and blows snow all winter i have changed the blads on the mower and replaced one front tire on the tractor the blower has never been repared or fixed yet nock on wood i bought a new one in 2015 j d lt180 to cut the grass cause i am getting old and cant awitch things around i still got the old one to do snow blowing
Deck pulley covers should be open on both ends on every mower..There would be no need to remove those covers..Such a "no brainer"..makes you wonder what these engineers are thinking 🤔..Awesome mower though!
I do agree Phillip, would make it much easier to blow the grass through.
There sooooooo slowwwwww compared to the Toros . It takes me almost twice as long to cut somthing. Compare to the toro Zmaster
What 2 models are you comparing?
I worked at Kubota dealership up till about 3 years ago We’d delivered brand new zero turns hydro belt would come off . Couldn’t find why we had a handful 6-10 mowers Kubota would say haven’t seen that problem before? Then about a month later there would be a service bulletin on the issue just like cub cadet they wouldn’t tell you they’re having problems. About 4 years ago we had all kind of problems with the zero turns under warranty the homeowner zero turns were terrible!
You covered everything but $$.
Thanks Darryl. We can't post prices since these vary across Canada and the US. Please contact your local dealer for more information.
Kohler engine, junk
The Z400 Series features a Kawasaki engine, not a Kohler. However both Briggs and Kohler build "Cheap" engines as well as higher quality engines.