If you're looking for the time savings offered by a zero turn mower but can't justify the cost of a high end unit to mow you small lot then a Cub Cadet RZT (Residential Zero Turn) is the right choice for you.

These mowers start off on the assembly line with a 1-piece, stamped steel frame free of any bolt-together sections like those that are found on some competitive machines. Fastened to the front is a stamped, fully oscillating front axle. An oscillating axle is something that Cub Cadet puts on all of their zero turn mowers from the smallest RZT all the way up to the Cub Cadet Commercial Tank series. A fixed front axle doesn't allow the machine to follow lawn contours and, quite often, forces one of the front wheels and half of the mower deck far above the ground when encountering severe terrain undulations resulting in an uneven cut. An oscillating axle also reduces scalping, allows the deck to follow the terrain better and makes for a smoother riding machine.

Cub Cadet's RZT mowers all feature simple, dual IZT transmissions meaning that the variable output hydrostatic pump and wheel motor are assembled as one unit for simplicity. Each drive wheel has its own controls and drive system allowing each side to operate independently from the other. The hydraulic reservoir is the only shared component between the two systems.

If you've never operated a zero turn mower in the past it's very easy to learn and most people are very comfortable after only a few minutes on the machine. Learning to operate a zero turn mower like a professional can take several mowings to accomplish.

To make the machine move forward, simply push both lap bars forward. To reverse, pull both bars towards you. The harder you push or pull the faster you go. To turn the machine left or right you have to cause a differential between the two levers. For example if you're mowing straight forward and want to turn to the left, simply push further forward on the right control stick or pull back the left stick. The greater the differential between the two levers the more aggressively the machine will turn.

Engaging the mower deck is as simple as pulling a knob. The mower deck will run when the machine is moving forward or turning but will automatically shut off when moving reverse for safety. Once the machine resumes forward motion, the mower deck will automatically restart.

Cub Cadet's RZT series zero turns come in three cutting deck widths: 42-, 50, and 54-inch. Deck height adjustment is a breeze with the center mounted lever. There are six cutting height settings allowing you to fine tune the cutting height to your conditions. Cleaning your mower deck has never been easier due to Cub Cadet's deck wash system. Simply attach the included fitting to your garden hose, plug the hose fitting into the deck fitting, turn on the water and engage your mower deck. The water is directed towards the center of the deck and the spinning blades fling air and water to help loosen any attached grass. This system works pretty well if you do it right after you mow but not at all if the grass has dried.

Need to do a more thorough cleaning or remove your blades? Pulling two spring-loaded pins is all that's required to remove your mower deck. Removal is literally a 30 second job and only 60 seconds to reinstall.

Maintenance is a snap on Cub's RZT series zero turns. The engine air filter, fuel filter and oil filter are easily accessed from the rear of the machine. Draining the engine oil requires no tools as all Cub Cadets are equipped with an EZ-Drain fitting. Simply flip open the dirt cover, attach the included drain hose, push in then twist the fitting and oil will begin to drain right into your bucket! No tools, no mess.

We feel the RZT42, RZT50, and RZT54 are the best buys in Cub Cadet's RZT series mower lineup. The RZT42 is an excellent choice for maneuverability on small one acre lots. It's powered by a 20 hp single cylinder Kohler Courage engine and features a twin-blade 42-inch cutting deck. Boasting a twin-cylinder 22 hp Kawasaki engine and larger tires, the RZT50 is our best seller in the series. Its three-blade 50? deck has the most depth to it and does great handling larger volumes of grass in the spring. Similar in tire size and deck design is the most productive RZT54 which has a 25 hp Kawasaki engine and 54? deck.

Cub Cadet has added an RZT50VT to the RZT lineup this year. It is identical to the RZT50 in features and price with the only difference being a 2-hp increase in the form of a 24 hp Briggs & Stratton engine. We don't recommend the RZT50VT as the Kawasaki engine on the RZT50 is a premium engine and has proven to have plenty of power mated to the 50-inch cutting deck.

The warranty on Cub Cadet's RZT series zero turns is 3 years or 120 hrs. We recommend these tractors for yard sizes up to 2.2 to 2.9 acres, depending on deck size.

MODEL NUMBER	DECK SIZE	ENGINE	MSRP	OUR PRICE
RZT 42	42" DECK	20 HP KOHLER COURAGE	$2,649	$2,499
RZT 50	50" DECK	22 HP KAWASAKI TWIN CYLINDER	$3,249	$2,999
RZT 50 VT	50" DECK	24 HP B&S PRO TWIN CYLINDER	$3,249	$2,999
RZT 54	54" DECK	25 HP KAWASAKI TWIN CYLINDER	$3,849	$3,499

ATTACHMENTS

We almost always have these attachments in stock and will ship nationwide! Submit a quote request to our sales department and provide us with your zip code and if you have a business address with a loading dock that we can ship to as this reduces shipping costs.

Grass Baggers
Our best selling attachment for a Cub Cadet RZT Series mower is a grass bagger. With the exception of the 3-bag bagger made for the RZT54, baggers for the 42- and 50-inch decks are all 2-bag systems.

Bagger kits are model specific and come with everything you need to install on your tractor including front counter weight kits. Some kits come with one or multiple mower blades specifically designed to improve bagging performance. Contact us for details on a bagger for your mower. Some machines do a better job than others collecting grass and we'll be happy to recommend the right mower for your application!