Day in and day out, you need a professional turf mower that handles non-stop use-a mower that's manoeuvrable, cost effective, and loaded with the features to make your job easier. That's why Kubota developed the ZD-300 series zero-turn commercial mowers-to deliver the results your business demands. The ZD-300 series offers a state-of-the-art Kubota diesel engine, a high-capacity HST transmission, a deep mower deck, and an ultra-comfortable operating area. In short, the ZD-300 series delivers.

DIESEL ENGINE

Kubota diesel engines are known for their durability, high performance, energy efficiency and reliability. Kubota diesels offer many advantages over petrol engines: as much as 30%* more fuel efficiency, higher torque, fewer emissions and quieter operation, among others. Kubota engines can aggressively take on heavy mowing jobs for extended periods. And, whether it's our 26 or 31-horsepower engine, it will exceed the high expectations of the commercial landscaper.
DUAL-ELEMENT AIR CLEANER
Kubota ZD-300 series mowers come equipped with a dual-element air cleaner which features a vacuum sensor to tell you when to service the air cleaner.


LARGE FUEL TANK
Kubota has increased the fuel capacity for the ZD-30C series to 45 litres by including two fuel tanks. This allows the operator to work longer and more efficiently without stopping to refuel. This feature is especially handy for those big jobs.

LARGE RADIATOR
The radiator on the ZD-300 mower is built to improve cooling performance and prevent the engine from overheating.

Kubota's new high-capacity transmission system makes the ZD-300 exceptionally durable.

The ZD-300 series is extremely reliable, thanks in no small part to the new Kubota integral-type HST transmission system. It's designed with strong components and the high capacity an HST system needs to assure outstanding commercial mowing performance and productivity.

HST TRANSMISSION
With an increased HST capacity of 120%, and a 30% increase in hydraulic clutch transfer capacity, Kubota's HST system optimises performance to achieve maximum results. It's regulated by a new external, gear hydraulic charge pump for smoother control, quieter operation, and quicker overall response. Kubota's HST transmission system will last longer, run more reliably, and perform to a higher standard.

SHAFT DRIVE
The direct transfer of power from our shaft drive is smooth. Plus, our shaft drive's low-maintenance operation makes it the most dependable choice.
SEMI-PNEUMATIC (FLAT-FREE) FRONT CASTER TYRES
The ZD-300's flat-free caster tyres were specifically designed to absorb impacts with the rigidity of their structural thickness. This feature enables mowing operations to continue without the worry of downtime from flat tyres.
DURABILITY
Kubota's HST transmission system is comprised of high-strength components for exceptional durability. With a copper metal cylinder block, a stronger rear tyre axle, and a sturdy, lightweight casting axle cover, the HST system is designed and built to last a long time.
PTO CLUTCH
Thanks to a wear-resistant, wet-type, multi-disk, hydraulic PTO clutch, the machine will work longer, but not harder. That's because it smoothly transfers power with maximum efficiency. For safety, the PTO clutch is also equipped with an internal brake, which stops the mower blades quickly after disengagement.



The ZD-300 is built for comfort, so there's less fatigue and more productivity.

The ZD-300 series brings comfort to the workplace. Kubota's development team has created a mower loaded with creature comforts. From the deluxe, high-back seat to the ergonomically engineered control panel, the comfortable design and practical convenience of the ZD-300 make it easier to boost productivity.

OPERATOR PLATFORM

The ZD-300's comfortable operator platform boasts a wide array of features designed to make work easier. Wider control levers and a full-flat operator platform allow greater legroom; the angled panel helps to prevent glare for easier indicator and control viewing. In addition, the ZD-300 offers an ergonomic, 4-control adjustable seat to prevent fatigue and a conveniently placed cup holder so you can quench your thirst on the job.

FRONT COVER
With a durable new steel cover to protect the front of the mower, as well as the maintenance lift, the ZD-300 will be less susceptible to damage during trucking and
unloading.
CUP HOLDER
ADJUSTABLE LEVERS
The angle of the speed control levers can be shifted by 19° forward and backward, and their height can be increased or decreased by an inch, giving you more legroom, better reach and increased comfort. Even the grip size is larger to reduce fatigue.

HIGH - BACK DELUXE SUSPENSION SEAT

Outstanding comfort is what you'll feel with Kubota's standard deluxe link-type suspension seat with adjustable armrests. The extra-wide seat features weight adjustment, adjustable armrests, and much more to give the operator a custom fit.
PARKING BRAKE (Hands-free)
With the ZD-300, you don't need separate levers or special switches to set the parking brake; you only need to depress the parking pedal and set the parking lock. Both are conveniently placed directly in front of you on the angled footboard for easy access.
PANEL
With a new, ergonomically angled control panel, you'll have an improved view of and easier access to the controls and indicators, including speed controls, fuel and oil gauges, the all-new 1/4" cutting height adjustment dial, the locking PTO lever and more.

FULL-FLAT OPERATOR PLATFORM
The wider, full-flat deck offers more legroom and improved comfort. With no humps to straddle, your feet can remain free of obstacles.

Take care of the ZD-300 and the ZD-300 will take care of business.
Kubota has made maintenance of the ZD-300 unbelievably simple. Thanks to a unique maintenance lift system, a tilt-up seat for quick and thorough access to the HST, and a new maintenance hatch on the full-flat platform for easy access to the PTO shaft, work can be completed on every key component without difficulty.

EASY MAINTENANCE
Maintenance has never been so easy. For interior maintenance, the sturdy seat panel is simply lifted up for clear access and an unobstructed view. By opening the hood, it's easy to perform routine maintenance, like adding oil, in mere seconds. Plus, there's a new maintenance hatch on the full-flat platform, with a built-in storage pocket, for easy access to the upper mower, gearbox case and universal joint parts.
ENGINE COOLANT ALERT
The ZD-300 emits a warning alert to indicate when engine coolant temperatures run too high. It's another practical feature that helps keep this commercial mower running smoothly.
RADIATOR SCREEN
Kubota has now integrated the radiator screen into the bonnet for better sealing performance and less likelihood of grass clippings finding their way inside the screen.
AIR CLEANER INDICATOR
The ZD-300 features an air cleaner indicator that indicates when it's time to change or clean the filter, and help maintain maximum airflow capacity.
TIE DOWN
This strong and durable tie down is ideal for securing and loading the ZD-300 onto a flatbed truck, making transportation a breeze.
MAINTENANCE LIFT
For routine maintenance underneath the mower, Kubota's unique two-pin, tilt-up, lift feature allows the front of the ZD-300 to be easily raised without having to remove the mid-mount mower. The system includes locks for the front tyres to ensure safety. It's like having a built-in jack right there when you need it.

MOWER DECK

Kubota's new mower deck is deeper for exceptional cutting performance

You're a professional, and your equipment should meet your high, exacting standards. This is why the ZD-300 zero-turn mowers are equipped with the kind of powerful, rugged, commercial-grade mower deck you want and your business demands. It's everything you need to reach a higher level of performance.

PRO COMMERCIAL MOWER DECK
To ensure superior cutting performance, even at faster speeds, our newly developed, deeper mower deck utilises a flat design and our unique new baffling system, which forces grass through all three cutting blades. And, to meet the needs of varying job sizes, the ZD-300 mower deck is available in two sizes: 72" and 60".

DEEP MOWER DECK
Kubota's extra-deep, 165 mm, fabricated mower deck design allows for faster cutting oven in tall, thick, and wet grass.
The discharge chute is 27% wider, to dispense clippings more evenly across the ground.

SWIVEL ANTI-SCALP ROLLERS
To prevent unsightly turf damage, we've equipped the 72" and 60" mower decks with independently functioning anti-scalp rollers that rotate a full 360 degrees.
STANDARD BLADE Combined with a deep mower deck for expanded clipping capacity, the ZD-300's standard blade provides a higher quality, beautiful-looking cut.
SPINDLE BEARINGS AND PULLEYS
Kubota has improved the durability of the mower pulley holder bearings to provide maximum strength and support.
1/4" INCREMENT CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Cutting height can be easily changed, from 1" to 5" in 1/4" increments, with the 1/4" adjustment dial. Located conveniently on the control panel, the adjustment dial is easily accessed to increase or decrease cutting height.

MOWER LIFT LINK
The ZD-300 mowers feature stronger lift link components, including an enhanced lift shaft, a thicker lift arm, and a wider shaft diameter.

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