Cub Cadet XT1 LT46 Lawn Tractor (2024)

FAQs

Is 500 hours a lot for a Cub Cadet riding mower? ›

How Many Hours Should A Riding Mower Last? Most riding mowers last between 500-700 hours, although some can run for as much as 1,000 hours if cared for and maintained properly.

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.

The average residential mower is used for 1-2 hours per mow with 35 cuts per year. Based on that usage, a lower-quality line of residential mowers is expected to last 450-500 hours, while a John Deere residential lawn mower will last around 1,000-1,500 hours.

The Club Cadet seems to take the hill in stride with plenty of power to spare.

However, other aspects of the machine, like the transmission, clutches, hydraulics, and more may need to be replaced to keep the tractor in good running order. A general rule of thumb is that 2,000 to 2,500 hours is well broken-in while anything above 35,000 hours is considered high.

The emissions from one four-stroke lawnmower operating for one hour are equivalent to an average vehicle traveling 500 miles. Using a gas-powered mower for one hour produces the same amount of emissions as 11 new cars also running for an hour.

The lifespan of a well-maintained riding lawn mower typically falls in the range of 10 to 15 years. Several factors influence the longevity of these machines, including the frequency of use, maintenance practices, storage conditions, and the quality of the mower.

But the reality is most of the repairs a broken lawn mower requires are relatively minor, easy enough to fix yourself and much cheaper than spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars on a new model.

How many years/hours should a zero-turn mower last? Zero-turn mowers generally last 3,500 hours when well maintained. However, they can begin to wear out in as little as 2,500 hours without proper maintenance. Typically, zero-turn mower owners can notice declining performance by around 2,800 miles.

We've researched and compared the best zero-turn lawn mowers for homeowners with big properties, including the best for hills and the best electric. With its impressive power and highly-rated performance, the Cub Cadet ZT1 50 Ultima Series ZT Riding Mower tops our list as the best overall choice.

Is Kubota or Cub Cadet better? ›

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 circ*mstances call for it, the Kubota is your winner.

The Cub Cadet XT1 LT46 is powered by a 22 hp KOHLER 7000 Series twin cylinder engine. 46-inch stamped, 12-gauge, twin-blade deck with 12 cutting positions. Optimized steering system for responsive handling gives a 16-inch turn radius a zero-turn feel.

PenningsLandscaping: Maintain the mower and put about 2,000 hours on it, then sell it and buy a new one if you don't want to dump money into it. Two thousand hours is generally the number you'll hit without any major repairs.

As a general rule, though, a stand-on mower has the capability of lasting longer. On average, it'll last 1,500 to 3,000 hours. On the other hand, a zero-turn mower usually lasts between 1,500 and 2,000 hours.

The lifespan of a well-maintained riding lawn mower typically falls in the range of 10 to 15 years. Several factors influence the longevity of these machines, including the frequency of use, maintenance practices, storage conditions, and the quality of the mower.

But, what is considered a lot of hours? Taken care of=over 1500 IMO. We have had quite a few Cubs with well over 1000 hours, and they were in better condition then later ones with fewer hours and abused. Like anything take care of them, and they will last along time, with general care.