Is the MZ54 good for a large residential lawn?

Yes. Its 54-inch deck and 8.5 mph top speed suit lawns of an acre or more. It is also built heavily enough for light commercial use.

Can it mulch and bag, or only side discharge?

The ClearCut deck supports side discharge, mulching and collecting. Mulching and bagging need the matching kit, which is not included with the base machine.

What engine does the MZ54 use?

It uses a 24 hp Kawasaki FR Series 726cc air-cooled V-twin with an electric clutch for blade engagement.

How does it compare with a lawn tractor?

It cuts faster and handles more acreage than a lawn tractor, thanks to zero-turn steering and hydrostatic drives. It also costs more and needs more space to store and transport.

What maintenance does it need?

Grease the spindles and mandrels regularly, keep the air filter clean and sharpen the three blades. The deck wash port helps rinse the underside after mowing.

How much does the MZ54 weigh?

About 740 lbs. Plan for a trailer or ramp rated for that weight, and a storage space wide enough for its 63.75-inch chute-up width.

Where is the Husqvarna MZ54 Zero-Turn Mower cheapest?

At Zimgoody, for $2,090.00, 65% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Husqvarna MZ54 Zero-Turn Mower?

14 stores we checked sell it, including Oakboro Tractor & Equipment, Zimgoody, Amazon, C-A-L Ranch Stores, Brand New Mowers.

Husqvarna MZ54 Zero-Turn Mower

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What reviewers say

Owners of the MZ series generally praise the even cut, the strong Kawasaki engine and the comfortable high-back seat. Complaints center on ride harshness on bumpy lawns and the upkeep that greasable spindles and a manual deck lift require.

What people mention

Cut qualityPraisedOwners report an even, striped cut from the ClearCut deck, even in tall grass.
Engine powerPraisedThe 24 hp Kawasaki V-twin is described as strong and dependable under load.
Ride comfortMixedThe seat is comfortable, but the ride is firm over rough or sloped ground.
Deck liftCriticisedThe manual foot-assisted lift is seen as more effort than a hydraulic system.
MaintenanceMixedQuick-access service points help, but greasable mandrels mean regular greasing.
BuildPraisedThe 10-gauge fabricated deck and cast aluminum spindles are seen as sturdy and long-lasting.

About the Husqvarna MZ54 Zero-Turn Mower

The Husqvarna MZ54 is a zero-turn riding mower with a 54-inch ClearCut fabricated steel deck. The deck is powder-coated and 10 gauge thick, with three blades, four anti-scalp wheels and a nose roller. It can collect, mulch or discharge to the side.

A 24 hp, 2-cylinder Kawasaki FR Series engine powers the mower through a Hydro-Gear hydrostatic transmission. Ground speed ranges from 0 to 8.5 mph forward. The blades are engaged by an electric clutch.

The operator sits on an 18-inch high-back vinyl seat with hinged armrests and a cup holder. Quick-access service points make maintenance easier. A deck wash port and greasable cast aluminum spindles are included.

Model

MZ54 Zero Turn, SKU 970 45 58-02

Cutting width

54 in

Cutting methods

Collect, mulch, side discharge

Cutting height

1.5 in to 4.5 in (approximate), 13 height steps

Deck

ClearCut fabricated steel, 10 gauge, powder-coated

Deck lift

Manual, foot assisted