The Cub Cadet Z48L is a zero-turn mower from the Z Series produced between 1997 and 2000. It features an 18HP Kawasaki 2-cylinder liquid-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and a 48-inch mid-mount mower deck with adjustable cutting height. The mower has a two-wheel drive with power steering and an open operator station. It weighs 770 lbs (349 kg) and uses lawn/turf tires sized 9x3.5 or 11x4 in front and 20x9-8 in rear. The electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with 380 CCA and negative ground. The PTO is mid-mounted and independent with an electric clutch.