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Bad Boy ZT Elite
The Bad Boy ZT Elite is a residential zero-turn mower with 48, 54 and 60-inch decks. Engines are a 26 hp Rehlko or a 24 hp Kawasaki, plus a 27 hp Vanguard on the 54 and 60. It runs up to 7 mph. You'll find Bad Boy mowers at our Bryan, Conroe, Navasota, Normangee and Buna stores.
At a glance
residential zero-turn · 3 models: 48", 54" and 60"
- Deck size
- 48-60 in
- Engine
- Rehlko or Kawasaki or Vanguard
- Engine horsepower
- 24-27 hp
- Transmission
- Hydro-Gear 3100 10cc integrated transaxle
- Top speed
- 7 mph
- Cutting height
- 1.5-4.5 in
- Fuel capacity
- 6.5 gal
- Weight
- 812-865 lb
Sold at Bryan, Conroe, Navasota, Normangee and Buna. Best for a big yard on up, a first zero-turn, mowing around trees and beds.
Every model, side by side
| Specification | 48" | 54" | 60" |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine | Rehlko Pro 7000 KT726 or Kawasaki FR730V | Rehlko Pro 7000 KT726 or Kawasaki FR730V or Vanguard CXi 2700 (California compliant) | Rehlko Pro 7000 KT726 or Kawasaki FR730V or Vanguard CXi 2700 (California compliant) |
| Engine horsepower | 26 hp or 24 hp | 26 hp or 24 hp or 27 hp | 26 hp or 24 hp or 27 hp |
| Displacement | 747 cc or 726 cc | 747 cc or 726 cc or 810 cc | 747 cc or 726 cc or 810 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 6.5 gal | 6.5 gal | 6.5 gal |
| Deck | |||
| Deck size | 48" | 54" | 60" |
| Deck construction | 3/16 in or 7-gauge solid steel | 3/16 in or 7-gauge solid steel | 3/16 in or 7-gauge solid steel |
| Cutting height | 1.5-4.5 in | 1.5-4.5 in | 1.5-4.5 in |
| Drive | |||
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear 3100 10cc integrated transaxle | Hydro-Gear 3100 10cc integrated transaxle | Hydro-Gear 3100 10cc integrated transaxle |
| Top speed (forward) | 7 mph | 7 mph | 7 mph |
| Size | |||
| Front tires | 13x6-6 smooth | 13x6-6 smooth | 13x6-6 smooth |
| Rear tires | 22x10-10 Reaper | 22x11-10 Reaper | 22x11-10 Reaper |
| Width (deck out) | 54 in chute up / 61 in chute down | 58 in chute up / 67 in chute down | 64 in chute up / 73 in chute down |
| Weight | 812 lb | 839 lb | 865 lb |
| Current pricing | See ZT Elite 48" pricing | See ZT Elite 54" pricing | See ZT Elite 60" pricing |
All specifications on this page were taken directly from Bad Boy, the manufacturer. Figures from Bad Boy ZT Elite specs, checked November 2, 2026: Bad Boy ZT Elite specs. "Width (deck out)" is the OEM "Width (Chute Up / Chute Down)" figure given both ways.
Three sizes, three engines
On the 48-inch ZT Elite, you'll pick between the Rehlko Pro 7000 KT726 at 26 hp and the Kawasaki FR730V at 24 hp. The 54 and 60 also offer the Vanguard CXi 2700 at 27 hp. Each one drives through a Hydro-Gear 3100 10cc integrated transaxle. Rehlko, Kawasaki or Vanguard? They all fall between 24 and 27 hp, so pick the engine you know. Then write down the model number when you buy. Our parts counter needs it to find the right blade, belt or filter.
The deck's 7-gauge solid steel, with a cutting height of 1.5 to 4.5 inches. Weight runs 812 lb on the 48, 839 lb on the 54 and 865 lb on the 60. Rear tires are 22x10-10 Reapers on the smallest deck and 22x11-10 on the other two. Front tires are 13x6-6 smooth.
Where the ZT Elite fits
This is a mower for your own yard and the open ground around it. Top speed is 7 mph, which suits a homeowner who'd rather mow steady than fast. That pace also makes it easier to get used to steering with two levers. The tank holds 6.5 gallons.
Size it to the gate, not just the grass. With the deck out and the chute up, it's 54 inches wide on the 48, 58 on the 54 and 64 on the 60. Chute down, those widths are 61, 67 and 73 inches. Want more speed and a suspension under the seat? Look at the Maverick.
Cutting height is easy to work with, too. Raise the deck toward 4.5 inches in a dry summer, and drop it back down once the rain comes.
Looking for pricing?
Current pricing is on our live inventory page at j5tractors.com, where our Bryan, Conroe, Navasota, Normangee and Buna stores list the Bad Boy mowers they have. Check the 48", 54" and 60" there, then call the store to see one.
Financing
Financing for the Bad Boy ZT Elite starts with our easy online credit application. It works for new and pre-owned machines.
Reach out to our sales team
- Carson WakefieldBryan store(817) 767-1150
- Gene Crye and Andrew LilleyConroe store(936) 441-8110
- Bryan LathamNavasota store(936) 825-8722
- Gavin Johnson and Cody JohnsonNormangee store(936) 396-6032
- George Holder and Steve JeterBuna store(409) 994-3522
Questions people ask
What engine options does a 60-inch Bad Boy ZT Elite have?
There are three. You can get a Rehlko Pro 7000 KT726 at 26 hp, a Kawasaki FR730V at 24 hp or a Vanguard CXi 2700 at 27 hp. The Rehlko's 747 cc, the Kawasaki's 726 cc and the Vanguard's 810 cc.
How fast does the Bad Boy ZT Elite mow?
It's rated up to 7 mph forward on all three decks. That's through a Hydro-Gear 3100 10cc integrated transaxle. If you've got long, open runs and want to cover them quicker, the Maverick's worth a look.
What tires come on a Bad Boy ZT Elite?
Up front, it's 13x6-6 smooth tires on each deck size. The rear tires are 22x10-10 Reapers on the 48-inch and 22x11-10 Reapers on the 54 and 60. The wider rear tire goes with the bigger deck and the extra weight.
How much does a Bad Boy ZT Elite mower cost?
We keep current pricing on our live inventory page at j5tractors.com, where our Bryan, Conroe, Navasota, Normangee and Buna stores list the Bad Boy mowers they have. Pricing depends on the model and how it's equipped, so check the listing for the 48", 54" and 60". If the one you want isn't listed, call the store.
More Bad Boy series
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- MZ Rambler42 in
- Maverick48-60 in
- MZ Magnum48-60 in
- ZT Elite48-60 in
- ZT Avenger54-60 in
- Maverick HD42-60 in
- Rebel54-72 in
- Rebel SD54-61 in
- Rogue54-72 in
- Rebel X61-72 in
- Renegade Diesel61 in
- Renegade Gas61-72 in
- Revolt SD34-42 in
- Revolt36-61 in
- Revolt X54-72 in
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