Incredible strength and comfort from the ground up.
Strength and comfort from the ground up
Reimagined from top to bottom, these riding mowers deliver exceptional mowing performance are remarkably comfortable.
Versatility
The XT1 lawn tractors are engineered to support a wide variety of attachments for all-season versatility.
Incredibly Responsive Handling
Optimized command and control at every turn.
Advanced Cutting Performance
Advanced Cutting Performance A muscular cutting system featuring stamped and fabricated cutting deck options that deliver an unprecedented level of bagging performance.
IntelliPower Engine Technology
Select XT1 models feature Cub Cadet engines with IntelliPower Technology.
Power Up in a Brand New Way
The strength, comfort and performance of our category-leading XT Enduro Series with the power of a lithium-ion battery. LT42e only
Mowing Area
Ideal for mowing up to 2 or more acres
Terrain
Ideal for mostly flat terrain.
Maneuverability
Ideal for yards and terrain with only a few obstacles.
Twin-Blade Stamped Deck
Enjoy unsurpassed performance, whether side discharging, bagging or mulching.
Triple-Blade Deck
Heavy-duty fabricated or stamped options.
Long Lasting Durability
Includes a 3-year limited warranty and 5-year unlimited chassis and front axle warranty.
The Cub Cadet XT1 LT50 FAB 50 in. riding mower features category leading strength, comfort and versatility. It's loaded with a 24 HP Kohler V-twin OHV engine for powerful performance and a hydrostatic transmission drive for smooth and simple operation that eliminates the need for shifting just push the pedal and go. The signature cut 50 in. heavy-duty fabricated 3-blade deck and a 16 in. turning radius and electric PTO to engage the blades with just a push of a button. A sloped 10 adjustable seat and soft comfort grip steering wheel provides the ultimate in handling and comfort.
For questions about service and repair, please call the Cub Cadet customer service line (877)-428-2349, or reference the Service & Repair Document
24 HP KOHLER 7000 series V-twin automatic OHV engine for reliable starting and exceptionally smooth operation
New muscular cutting system features heavy-duty 11-Gauge 50 in. fabricated triple-blade (high lift) deck with reinforced leading edges and an AeroForce cutting system, protected by the Cub Cadet triple guard Corrosion Defense system with E-coat and supported by a limited lifetime fabricated deck shell warranty
Optimized steering system for an incredibly responsive handling
LED headlights for extended life and enhanced visibility in all-weather conditions
12 easily selectable cutting height positions and a smooth lever engaged PTO provide the perfect cut
Automotive-style 16 in. turning radius provides smooth cutting and maneuvering, whether straight away or around obstacles
Innovative Cub Cadet open high-back seat that is designed with an oversized base and elevated back support
Soft touch, rubberized comfort grip steering wheel provides a solid feel and controlled steering
Fully robotically-welded frame with E-coating corrosion defense system (5-year limited warranty), E-coat corrosion defense system resists wear and tear
Push button cruise control maintains a desired speed for consistent mowing
Easy-fill 3 Gal. fuel tank with sight gauge provides side and operator position fuel level
SmartJet deck wash system provides high pressure water that cleans out grass and debris build-up under the deck
Optional multi-seasonal attachments provide year-round versatility, including a triple-blade bagger, snow thrower, sun shade/snow cab, snow blade, mulch kit, steel and poly carts and a rear spreader sold separately
3-year/no hour limit (includes powertrain) and 5-year chassis and front axle unlimited hours/limited lifetime fabricated deck shell
Some assembly required upon delivery
Comes fully crated and requires some assembly upon arrival
Comes fully crated and requires some assembly upon arrival
Consumer lawn mowers are not complex machines and I expect to be able to repair most issues that arise. When a consumable item like a belt breaks it should be a fairly straightforward repair. The deck belt is very simple to replace, but it is a completely different story for the transmission drive belt. Almost like the engineers have intentionally done this to prevent consumer replacement. The straightforward method would be to remove the driveshaft bolt and slide off the PTO pulley and clutch. However, based on a YouTube video I found the geniuses have used red loctite on the bolt, making it nearly permanent. Also, the guides to prevent the drive belt from slipping off the pulley leave only 1/8” clearance between them and the pulley. Great! Except they are bent pieces of the motor mount and not adjustable. This disaster coupled with the idler pulley that has to be disassembled in the center of the machine to thread the belt through only serves to increase the irritation. I had to unbolt the engine from its mount and unbolt the exhaust to eek out the precious space needed to maneuver the drive shaft enough to barely force the belt between the guide and pulley. The second flaw of many with this lawn mower is the reinforcement welded to the front underside of the mower deck. It acts as a shelf to collect grass so it can rot and destroy the deck over time. No machine is perfect, but MTD seems to be purposefully trying to make things difficult for their customers
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Response from CubCadetSep 3, 2020
Hello JustSayNoToCubCadet. We're sorry to hear you haven't been satisfied with your Cub Cadet equipment. We do take our customers' opinions very seriously and the feedback we receive helps us build better products. If you’d like to discuss your experience with us, you can give us a call at 1(877) 428-2349 and mention your case number 05916781 so we can help. Thank you very much.
17 found this review helpful
Jul 4, 2020
New Cadet...
just replaced my 8 year old Husqvarna riding was great. now I it's Cadet time. working awesome as it should it's new, starts right up and work great. I'll keep updating as time goes by.
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Jun 23, 2020
Good powerful lawnmower. Mows very clean and level. Using it to mow about two acres of uneven g...
Good powerful lawnmower. Mows very clean and level. Using it to mow about two acres of uneven gound. The large engine does like the gas but it never lacks in power. No problems with the mower. The seat is comfortable but does make a lot of popping noise due to the large springs shifting. I like the electric blade engagement and the cruise control.
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Mar 31, 2020
There is not much to say about this thing other than how freaking awesome of a well built mower i...
There is not much to say about this thing other than how freaking awesome of a well built mower it is, WHAT A BEAST!!! My last Cub Cadet lasted 12+years, and some of the same parts still work on the new one, as if I will ever need them, but still... nice!! The fabricated deck is phenomenal, its fast, cuts everything right the first time, stripes my lawn beautifully and makes a very quick job of it all. Man does that engine purrr, its just beautiful. I wish they still made chainsaws, would buy that in a heartbeat.
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3 found this review helpful
Jul 9, 2019
This is an awesome mower that turns on a dime and mows beautifully.
This is an awesome mower that turns on a dime and mows beautifully.
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1 found this review helpful
May 21, 2019
Thia riding mower worked out great for the 2 acres I need to mow. The mower has met all of my exp...
Thia riding mower worked out great for the 2 acres I need to mow. The mower has met all of my expectations to this point and would highly recommend this product to anyone.
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7 found this review helpful
Mar 29, 2019
XT1 Enduro Series LT 50 in.
Awsome tractor... Very smooth and quiet... I can drink a beer with one hand and steer with the other...
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30 found this review helpful
May 11, 2022
Will not mow steep terrain without spinning tires
I read the ad but I have a steep yard and I spend half my time unsticking it. The as said they couldn't stick it on anything they tried? C'mon down and try my yard. The mower is a couple years old and does great on flat ground but add terrain and slopes and it's a boat anchor. I bought the mower because of the ad but it is unrealiable on my 1 acre property in the hills of Arkansas. No hill or slope over 15 to 20 degrees. Tires are in great shape just not all terrain I suppose..
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May 6, 2021
My son uses this to mow our 1.5 acre property....
My son uses this to mow our 1.5 acre property. He reports that it runs well, and have had no issues.
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Apr 22, 2021
Product is great. Online order with scheduled delivery failed miserably....
Product is great. Online order with scheduled delivery failed miserably. Local folks at the Wash, Pa went out of their way to deliver it on time with the store truck after the 3rd party missed the delivery date with no explanation.