Free shipping in the USA · No extra taxes · 30-day returns

CRAFTSMAN

New

CRAFTSMAN Z5200 42-in 20-HP V-twin Gas Zero-turn Riding Lawn Mower

4.633 reviews

Zero-turn agility with a 20 HP V-twin engine, dual hydrostatic drive and high-back seat.

SeriesZ5200
TypeZero-turn riding lawn mower
Horsepower20 HP V-twin
Cut Width42 in
Cutting Height1.5 in – 3.75 in
TransmissionDual hydrostatic

$1,399.99$2,388.99Save $989

Or about $59/mo with financing options at checkout

Only 7 left in stockEstimated delivery Oct 2 – Oct 12

Free shipping · No extra taxes

Free freight shipping in the USA
Secure encrypted checkout
30-day money-back guarantee
3-year limited / 5-year frame

Overview

The CRAFTSMAN Z5200 zero-turn riding mower provides an optimum mowing experience. Its strong 20 HP V-twin engine delivers the power and reliability you need, while a stamped steel deck, robust steel frame, and dual-range hydrostatic transmission add durability and control. A high-back cut-and-sew seat and rubber foot pad keep the ride smooth as you power through the lawn.

20 HP V-twin engine for reliable power
Dual-range hydrostatic transmission with 3-way adjustable lap bar
Rubber foot pad for a smoother, low-vibration ride
Turf Master tires for traction without turf damage
42-in stamped steel deck built for tough obstacles
Cut-and-sew high-back seat
3-year limited product warranty and 5-year frame warranty

Features

Why the Z5200 works

Feature 01

20 HP V-twin power

A V-twin engine delivers the smooth, sustained output a zero-turn needs, because you are cutting at higher ground speeds than a tractor ever reaches.

20 HP V-twin engine
3.5-gallon fuel capacity
Electric PTO blade engagement

Feature 02

42-inch deck at zero-turn speed

The same 42-in cut, but with no turning arc to work around, means the deck is doing productive work almost the entire time you are on the machine.

42-in stamped steel deck
Cutting height 1.5 in – 3.75 in
Rated 2 – 3 acres

Feature 03

Dual-range hydrostatic drive

Two independent hydrostatic drives let each rear wheel run at its own speed, which is what produces a true zero-radius pivot around trees and posts.

Dual-range hydrostatic transmission
3-way adjustable lap bar
True zero-turn pivot

Feature 04

A ride you can sit in all afternoon

A cut-and-sew high-back seat and rubber foot pad soak up the vibration that makes long zero-turn sessions tiring on cheaper machines.

Cut-and-sew high-back seat
Rubber foot pad reduces vibration
Turf Master tires

Feature 05

Frame built to last

A robust welded steel frame carries the deck and drives, and it is covered separately for five years — a straightforward signal of how it was built.

Robust steel frame
5-year frame warranty
3-year limited product warranty

Feature 06

Built for large open property

Two to three acres of mostly open lawn is where a zero-turn pays for itself. If that is your property, this is the fastest machine in the collection.

Best for 2 – 3 acres
Fastest cutting in the range
Excellent around trees and beds

In the box

What's included

Z5200 42-in zero-turn mower
Two 42-in blades, factory installed
3-way adjustable lap bar
Operator's manual and registration card

Free freight shipping

Ships free anywhere in the USA with no extra taxes at checkout. You receive a tracking number by email as soon as your mower is picked up.

Specifications

Z5200 technical specifications

Series: Z5200
Type: Zero-turn riding lawn mower
Horsepower: 20 HP V-twin
Cut Width: 42 in
Cutting Height: 1.5 in – 3.75 in
Transmission: Dual hydrostatic
Blade Engagement: Electric PTO
Yard Size: 2–3 acres
Fuel Capacity: 3.5 gal
Wheels: Front 11 in / Rear 20 in
Warranty: 3-year limited / 5-year frame

Compare

Compare with other CRAFTSMAN models

Spec	Z5200THIS MODEL	T2200K	T110 Bundle	T110
Price	$1,399.99	$1,199.99	$1,199.99	$999.99
Engine	20 HP	20 HP	17.5 HP	17.5 HP
Deck width	42 in	42 in	42 in	42 in
Transmission	Dual Hydrostatic	Hydrostatic	7-Speed Manual	7-Speed Manual
Property size	2 – 3 acres	1 – 2 acres	1 – 2 acres	1 – 2 acres
Warranty	3-year limited / 5-year frame	Manufacturer warranty	Manufacturer warranty	3-year manufacturer warranty
Rating	4.6 (33)	4.6 (38)	4.7 (40)	4.7 (46)
	You are here	View	View	View

FAQ

Questions about the Z5200

The lap bars take a session or two to get used to. After that, most owners cut faster than they ever did with a steering wheel.

Turf Master tires give good traction on moderate grades. As with any zero-turn, mow up and down slopes rather than across them.

A 3-year limited product warranty plus a 5-year frame warranty.

Customer reviews

Owner feedback for the CRAFTSMAN Z5200.

4.6

33 owner reviews

5 Star58%
4 Star42%
3 Star0%
2 Star0%
1 Star0%

100% recommend this mower

Based on 33 owner responses.

Simple to maintain

Luis M.Albuquerque, NM

Feb 28, 2026

Oil change and blade removal are both straightforward jobs I can do in the driveway. That was a big factor for me because I do all my own maintenance.

Helpful? 24

Confident buying this brand

Roger E.Amarillo, TX

Jun 4, 2025

Parts are easy to find and there is plenty of information out there if I ever need to fix something myself. That peace of mind was worth as much as the specs.

Helpful? 23

Good mower, wanted more storage

Danielle V.Rochester, NY

Jun 18, 2026

No complaints about the cut or the power. I would happily pay a little more for a cup holder and a small tray for my phone and keys.

Helpful? 22

Second season, still going strong

Harold F.Dothan, AL

Jun 10, 2026

No issues at all so far. Starts first turn of the key, holds its cutting height, and the deck still looks straight after plenty of contact with roots along the fence line.

Helpful? 22

Great around obstacles

Christine A.Manchester, NH

Sep 22, 2025

I have a lot of trees and a playset in the back and I barely need to trim by hand now. Turning is tight enough that I can loop around most things in a single pass.

Helpful? 21

Neighbours have asked about it

Miguel C.Fresno, CA

Dec 27, 2024

Two people on my street have asked what I bought after seeing the finish on the lawn. It looks sharp and it does the job in one pass per strip.

Helpful? 20

Confident buying this brand

Roger E.Amarillo, TX

Jan 10, 2026

Parts are easy to find and there is plenty of information out there if I ever need to fix something myself. That peace of mind was worth as much as the specs.

Helpful? 19

Ordering and delivery were easy

Priya N.Naperville, IL

Jan 2, 2026

Straightforward order, clear tracking updates, and it arrived without damage. Setup was minimal and I was mowing the same afternoon it turned up.

Helpful? 19

Second season, still going strong

Harold F.Dothan, AL

Apr 16, 2025

No issues at all so far. Starts first turn of the key, holds its cutting height, and the deck still looks straight after plenty of contact with roots along the fence line.

Helpful? 18

Cut my mowing time in half

Dale W.Springfield, MO

Apr 22, 2026

I moved up from a push mower and the difference is night and day. The 42-inch deck covers the open part of my lawn in a few passes and the engine never sounds like it is struggling, even in the thick spring growth.

Helpful? 17

Right size for my property

Tom S.Salem, OR

Jul 27, 2025

I nearly bought a bigger deck and I am glad I did not. This width gets down the side of the house and through the gate, which the wider models would not do.

Helpful? 16