2026 Gravely ZT X 48" Zero Turn Mower (Kawasaki) For Sale — Sequim, WA & Olympic Peninsula

Welded Tubular Frame, Fabricated 11-Gauge X-FACTOR® Deck & Kawasaki V-Twin Power

• Proven Kawasaki® FR Series 726cc V-Twin Engine: Powered by a commercial-pedigree 90-degree V-twin, the Kawasaki FR series features cast-iron cylinder liners, an internally vented carburetor for fuel efficiency, full-pressure lubrication with a spin-on automotive-style oil filter, and a dual-element air cleaner. It provides smooth, low-vibration power and consistent torque to process thick spring ryegrass, coastal clover, and damp pasture turf without losing blade RPM.
• 48-Inch 11-Gauge Fabricated Steel X-FACTOR® Deck: Formed and welded from solid 11-gauge plate steel with reinforced outer structural edge trim. Unlike light stamped decks that dent on exposed tree roots or bend when glancing off landscaping borders, this commercial-style fabricated deck maintains its factory leveling and internal aerodynamic shape. The 4.5-inch deep chamber design optimizes airflow velocity, standing grass blades upright for an even cut and discharging clippings cleanly without deck packing in wet Pacific Northwest conditions.
• Fully Welded Tubular Structural Steel Chassis: Built around an all-welded 1.5 in. x 2.5 in. structural steel tube frame, the ZT X 48 absorbs ground shock over rough rural lawns, washboard ground, and gopher mounds without chassis flex or steering misalignment.
• Dual Hydro-Gear® Serviceable EZT Transaxles: Independent dual hydrostatic wheel drives provide responsive, feather-light steering lever control and forward mowing speeds up to 7.0 MPH (3.0 MPH reverse). Internal hydraulic dampening delivers positive control on gentle slopes, smooth speed modulation, and true zero-degree spin maneuvering around trees, garden beds, and outbuildings.
• Foot-Operated Mechanical Deck Lift with Dial-Style Selector: Change cutting heights cleanly across 13 positions from 1.5 inches to 4.5 inches in precise 1/4-inch increments. The spring-counterbalanced foot pedal removes deck weight entirely, letting the operator lift the deck on the fly over exposed irrigation valves, tree roots, or rocks without taking hands off the steering levers.
• Plush High-Back Ergonomic Seat with Armrests: Designed for operator comfort during long mowing sessions, the high-back seat features mechanical spring suspension, supportive armrests, and natural airflow contours to absorb terrain vibration across uneven rural lawns.
• Open Chassis & Flip-Up Foot Pan: Upkeep takes minutes. The heavy-duty steel foot pan lifts out quickly, exposing the top of the cutting deck, drive belts, and center spindles for easy pressure-washing and seasonal maintenance.

Key Technical Specifications

Real-World Property Applications

• 1 to 4-Acre Residential Acreage & Homesteads: A 48-inch cutting deck hits the ideal balance between cutting speed and tight-space maneuvering. It delivers the wide swath needed to cut mowing times significantly compared to lawn tractors, while remaining compact enough to slip through standard 5-foot perimeter gates and pasture openings.
• Upgrading from a Traditional Riding Tractor: Traditional steering-wheel lawn tractors require wide 3-point turns at every pass and struggle to cut around trees. The ZT X 48’s true zero-turn radius allows 180-degree pivot turns on the spot, cutting residential mowing time in half.
• Orchards, Raised Garden Beds & Tight Landscaping: True zero-turn maneuverability allows operators to circle fruit trees, hug raised vegetable garden beds, and trace delicate landscape borders in a single fluid pass, eliminating the need for extensive string-trimmer cleanup.
• Detail Trim Work for Multi-Acre Homesteads: Large acreage owners running a compact tractor or commercial 60"/72" mower use the 48" ZT X as a dedicated finish-trim machine to detail close around the house, dog runs, shop perimeter, and septic mounds.
• Heavy, Damp Coastal Grass Cutting: Managing fast-growing Pacific Northwest ryegrass and heavy coastal turf requires high blade tip speed and engine torque. The Kawasaki FR engine maintains blade momentum under load, discharging clippings evenly without bogging down or tearing wet sod.

Property-Size & Landowner Fit

• Under 1 Acre: Excellent if your property features dense obstacles, extensive flower beds, and intricate fence lines, provided you have at least a 5-foot (60-inch) gate opening.
• 1 to 4 Acres (The Sweet Spot): The primary operating zone for the Gravely ZT X 48". It provides the heavy-duty tubular steel chassis, commercial-style 11-gauge X-FACTOR® deck, comfortable high-back seat, and Kawasaki engine needed to mow multi-acre properties week after week without premature wear.
• 5+ Acres: Well-suited for finish mowing around the home, horse barns, outbuildings, and driveway lanes. For wide-open fields over 5 to 10 acres, stepping up to a Gravely ZT XL, ZT HD, or Pro-Turn 160 reduces total pass counts on broad expanses.

Olympic Peninsula & Western Washington Relevance

• Sequim & Dungeness Valley: Ideal for lavender farms, equestrian boarding facilities, hobby farms, and dry-belt acreage along the Dungeness River where clean, level striping, all-day comfort, and compact agility are required.
• Port Angeles & Foothill Acreage: The planted chassis mass, low center of gravity, and 20-inch rear drive tires provide positive wheel traction on sloped foothill home sites and rough timber-fringe acreage.
• Forks, Joyce & Clallam Bay: High annual rainfall causes rapid grass growth. The high-torque Kawasaki FR engine, paired with the fabricated X-FACTOR® deck, powers through water-saturated forage without stalling or burning drive belts.
• Port Townsend, Chimacum & Quilcene: The ideal crossover machine for historic East Jefferson County homesteads, specialty livestock operations, and cideries that need a durable machine for rough field perimeters and manicured shop lawns alike.
• Kitsap County (Silverdale, Poulsbo, Bremerton, Port Orchard & Bainbridge Island): Delivers the commercial cutting quality and vibration absorption needed to navigate rolling estate properties and wooded perimeter borders smoothly.

Competitor Comparisons: 48" Residential Zero-Turn Mowers

• Versus Toro TimeCutter MAX 48: Many Toro residential models utilize lighter stamped steel or entry-grade fabricated decks. The Gravely ZT X 48 features a deep-chamber 11-gauge fabricated X-FACTOR® steel deck and an all-welded tubular frame that resists flexing over rough rural ground.
• Versus John Deere Z515E / Z530M: The John Deere Z500 series uses lighter frame tubing and consumer-spec transmissions. The Gravely ZT X 48 features a fully welded 1.5x2.5-inch tubular steel chassis, commercial forged aluminum spindles, and an all-metal body built for rugged rural conditions.
• Versus Husqvarna Z248F: While Husqvarna offers a fabricated ClearCut deck, the Gravely ZT X provides Gravely’s signature fully welded tubular backbone, a plush high-back seat with armrests, and an intuitive dial-style deck height selector.
• Versus Bad Boy ZT Elite 48: Bad Boy provides a heavier 7-gauge deck shell and larger Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 transaxles, while the Gravely ZT X 48 counters with a lighter, turf-friendly footprint (679 lbs vs. ~800 lbs) that minimizes ground compaction on manicured residential lawns while remaining easier to tow on smaller utility trailers.

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Dealership Support, Financing & Delivery at Leitz Farm Supply

• Factory Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI): Engine oil and transaxle levels verified, tire pressures balanced, tracking aligned, and cutting deck leveled for an even cut on day one.
• Competitive Financing Options: Take advantage of competitive low-rate APR financing and zero-down options available on approved credit.
• Accessories & Outfitting: Customize your ZT X 48 with genuine Gravely mulch kits, twin-bagger grass collection systems, trailer hitch kits, and all-weather storage covers.
• Factory Warranty Support & Tune-Up Kits: As an authorized Gravely dealer and service center, we stock OEM belts, blades, Kawasaki filters, and seasonal tune-up kits to keep your mower running at peak performance.
• Local Delivery: Direct trailer delivery is available to your home, shop, or acreage across Sequim, Port Angeles, Joyce, Forks, Port Townsend, Chimacum, Poulsbo, Silverdale, and Bremerton.