Here's everything you need to know when buying a Cub Cadet RZT S Zero Turn Rider. The Cub Cadet model RTZ stands for Residential Zero Turn Rider.

Cub Cadet zero-turn mowers stand out among other brands on the market due to their commitment to excellent craftsmanship, ease of use, and various features. The mowers provide superior power, convenience, and quality construction that can meet the needs of both beginner and experienced gardeners alike.

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.

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.

America 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. Cub Cadet's innovative products are designed and engineered in Valley City, Ohio - the headquarters of its global operation.

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.

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. Cub Cadet's innovative products are designed and engineered in Valley City, Ohio - the headquarters of its global operation.

• 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.
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The exception may be some Cub Cadet, Husqvarna and John Deere lawn tractors intended for commercial use, which are designed to go for 400-500 hours. Many of these higher-end mowers have hour meters that track their usage. If you're considering buying a used machine, look for these warning signs.

If you have a soft yard, the Cub is the lighter choice. If you need a rugged machine that can quickly cut your lawn and even hug a hill when the circumstances call for it, the Kubota is your winner.

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. Cub Cadet's innovative products are designed and engineered in Valley City, Ohio - the headquarters of its global operation.

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. Cub Cadet's innovative products are designed and engineered in Valley City, Ohio - the headquarters of its global operation.