Scag 48″ Freedom Z Zero Turn 23HP Kawasaki Engine

Built for Pros & Serious Homeowners

All business—even at home. The Freedom Z® is ideal for professional landscapers who need a mower that can handle daily use, as well as pro-at-home owners maintaining large acreage. Commercial-grade construction, dependable performance, and operator comfort make this mower equally at home on job sites or private property.

Ogura® GT1 PTO Clutch Brake

Strong, adjustable clutch delivers smooth engagement and stopping power for the cutter deck. Rated at 74 ft-lb holding strength with an adjustable air gap for extended service life.

Hero™ Cutter Deck

Deep, fully fabricated and welded deck design provides an excellent quality of cut—even in heavy grass at higher speeds.
• Heavy-duty dual-plate steel construction
• Reinforced spindle mounting areas
• Aluminum spindle housings with sealed ball bearings for long-term reliability

High-Strength Steel Frame

Rugged tubular-steel frame delivers outstanding durability and long service life, even under demanding commercial conditions.

Hydro-Gear® ZT-2800 Transaxles

Dual hydrostatic transaxles with all-metal gears and spin-on oil filters provide smooth, consistent power. Large cooling fans help reduce heat and extend component life.
• Forward speed up to 8 MPH
• Reverse speed up to 5 MPH

Low-Maintenance Design

Minimal grease points reduce maintenance time and increase overall uptime.

Comfortable Operator Station

Padded seat with armrests, adjustable fore and aft (tools required), designed for all-day comfort.

Easy Foot-Pedal Deck Lift

Spring-assisted foot pedal makes raising and lowering the cutter deck smooth and effortless.

More specifications

• Deck Lift: Foot-operated pedal
• Blade Engagement: Ogura® GT1 PTO clutch (74 ft-lb)
• Pumps: Internal pump – 10 cc
• Motors: Internal motor – 16 cc
• Parking Brake: Hand-activated lever