Unlocking Possible™

Our Story

Unlocking Possible

From the beginning, Cub Cadet has existed to help people realize the potential of their outdoor world. Over the years, the way people live has changed, and we've challenged ourselves to truly understand and embrace their real needs.

It's About the Possibilities

From the industrial designers' first sketch to the initial prototype, to our national network of servicing dealers and every detail in between, we have built our brand around the notion that it's not about the machine - it's about the possibilities.

1961

First Cub Cadet hits the market

1963

First shaft-drive model

1966

World's first hydrostatic-drive garden tractor

1972

Small yard lawn tractor debuts

1980

First super garden tractor

1985

The new standard in quality of cut

1990

The garden tractor evolution

1993

First steerable track-drive snow thrower

1994

First lawn tractor with shaft-drive

1997

Cub Cadet Z Series is born

2006

Volunteer utility vehicles debut

2007

Industry's first in stability and control in a zero-turn

2009

Breakthrough in zero-turn technology for homeowners

2011

First to offer professionals a choice in zero-turns

2013

World's first three-stage snow thrower

2013

Only one in class to offer electronic power steering

2013

World's first electric zero-turn rider with steering-wheel

2015

The new standard in strength and comfort

2015

World's first patented vertical tine tiller

2015

World's first robotic golf greens mower

2015

Industry's first mobile maintenance app

2016

The PRO Z™ Series is born

2016

New Challenger™ Series redefines utility