The Ultima Series ZTX adds a commercial-grade residential zero-turn to the product lineup, delivering enhanced strength and durability to operators so they can comfortably cut at maximum speeds and tackle challenges on every acre. The Ultima ZTX focuses on strength, longevity, comfort and versatility.

The moderately priced Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 Zero-Turn Mower offers strong performance overall. This machine cuts with the best of them, and its relatively wide 50-inch deck will help you speed through your mowing chores. Its 3-year warranty also is favorable next to the 2-year warranties of similarly priced models.

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Since 1961, Cub Cadet lawn and garden equipment has been proudly Built in America at our world-class manufacturing facilities in Ohio, Mississippi and Tennessee.

Received the direct shipment of the Cub Cadet in good order. Impressed with the performance very responsive, good power, and very maneuverable. The Kawasaki engine is quiet and has a very good reliability reputation.

Black & Decker Black & Decker has completed the purchase of two outdoor power equipment companies that sell Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Hustler Turf and more.

My pick for the best zero-turn mower is the Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 for its ergonomic seat and lap bars, hydrostatic transmission, and 4-acre maximum cutting area. You can keep reading below to find out more about the Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 as well as our other picks for the best zero-turn mowers.

• Best Overall: Ryobi Brushless 42-Inch Electric Zero Turn Riding Mower at Home Depot.
• Best Gas: Toro TimeCutter Zero-Turn Riding Mower at Home Depot.
• Best Budget: Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 42-Inch Zero-Turn Mower at Mowersdirect.com.
• Best for Hills: John Deere ZTrak Mower at Deere.com.
• Best for Large Yards:
• Best Mid-Size:

Cost and Reliability In our most recent survey of 9,570 lawn tractor owners, John Deere is hands down the most reliable brand: 22 percent of John Deere models are estimated to break by the fourth year of ownership, compared with 37 percent for Cub Cadet.

The Verdict. In the end, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 and John Deere D130 are both terrific riding mowers. So terrific in fact that they're tied in our ratings, each earning a spot near the very top of the pack. That's impressive in a category where models can easily exceed $3,000.

1981. MTD acquired the Cub Cadet® product line from International Harvester.

Cub Cadet electronic fuel-injected (EFI) engines set new standards in strength and power. EFI provides reliable starting, and IntelliPower™ technology offers more available power when you need it most.