Our verdict
The cheapest Kubota diesel zero-turn and the most-bought ZD in the UK contractor market. D1105 diesel torque means it cuts wet grass without bogging, and the 48in deck still fits through standard estate gates. The diesel premium pays back inside two seasons of commercial use, less for domestic owners.
Pros & cons
Pros
- D1105 diesel, low-fuel-burn engine, 6000-hour service horizon
- Welded commercial deck with replaceable cutting chamber
- Properly built for daily commercial routes
- Kubota long-engine warranty on the diesel
Cons
- Diesel-zero-turn money, eye-watering for domestic buyers
- Heavier than the petrol Z-series on soft turf
- DEF/regen complexity on later units
Full specs
| Type | Ride-on |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 122 cm |
| Engine / Power | Kubota D1105 diesel 3-cylinder 24.8HP |
| Weight | 470 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
£5500-10500 used. ZD1011 hours under 1500 are excellent, under 3000 normal and acceptable with stamps. D1105 oil pressure spec matters, low-pressure warning on a warm engine is a £2000+ repair. Hydro-pump bypass levers on the back, check for evidence of being pushed in neutral.
Where to buy the Kubota ZD1011-48
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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 122cm 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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