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SC 500HW

Signature Cut™ Self-Propelled Lawn Mower
SC 500HW is rated 4.4 out of 5 by 17.
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$ 629.00
SC 500HW
Signature Cut™ Self-Propelled Lawn Mower
SC 500HW is rated 4.4 out of 5 by 17.
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$ 629.00
  • 159cc Cub Cadet® OHV Engine
  • 3-in-1 bag, mulch, side discharge
  • MySpeed™, Rear-wheel drive, Premium Drive Control
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Specs & Maintenance

Engine
  • Engine Brand Cub Cadet®
  • Engine Model OHV
  • Engine Displacement 159cc
  • Fuel Tank Capacity 1.3 qt
  • Engine Start Recoil start with autochoke and SureStart Guarantee®
Drive System
  • Drive System RWD, MySpeed™ Drive System
Cutting Deck
  • Deck Cutting Width 21-in
  • Cutting Modes 3-in-1 bag, mulch, side discharge
  • Deck Wash Patented SmartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system
  • Deck Material Steel
  • Cutting Height Range 1.25 in. to 3.75 in.
  • Deck Positions 6-position, Dual Lever Wheel Adjustments
Controls
  • Handle Comfort grip, 3 way adjustable Ergo
Wheels
  • Tread Pattern Industrial Tread
  • Front Wheels 8-in front ball bearing
  • Rear Wheels 11-in rear ball bearing
Additional Specifications
  • Mulch Plug Integrated
  • Grass Bag Capacity 1.9 bu. rear, dust blocking bag
  • Model Number 12ABP2M5596
Warranty
  • Warranty Limited 3-year residential
How to Change a Lawn Mower Air Filter

MAINTENANCE

Basic maintenance is essential for the longevity of your walk-behind mower. Learn about lawn mower air filter replacement from the experts at Cub Cadet.

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How to Change the Gas on a Cub Cadet Walk-Behind Mower

MAINTENANCE

 

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The Difference Between Mulching Blades and High-Lift Blades

TRICKS & TIPS

 

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How to Change the Oil on a Cub Cadet Walk-Behind Mower

MAINTENANCE

 

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Push Mower Operation Tips

TRICKS & TIPS

 

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How to Remove and Change a Walk-Behind Lawn Mower Blade

REPAIRS

Find out how to remove and change the lawn mower blade on your Cub Cadet walk-behind lawn mower. Lawn mower blades need regular, seasonal upkeep.

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How to Replace a Walk-Behind Mower Wheel

REPAIRS

Learn how to replace your Cub Cadet walk-behind lawn mower wheel with this simple five-step guide.

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How to Safely Use a Push Lawn Mower

SAFETY

Refresh your lawn mower safety skills with the experts at Cub Cadet. Most of us know to use a push lawn mower but often times we forget to keep safety top of mind when mowing.

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How to Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades

REPAIRS

Learn how to properly remove and sharpen lawn mower blades from your walk-behind with this easy-to-follow guide and the mower blade sharpener from Cub Cadet.

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How to Store Your Cub Cadet Walk-Behind Lawn Mower in the Off-Season

MAINTENANCE

Learn to store your walk-behind lawn mower during the winter with this simple guide from Cub Cadet. Proper lawn mower storage will help make sure it starts the first time, every time.

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Manuals
Model
Manual
Form Number
12ABP2M5596
MAN:OWN:COL3X_159CC_196CC_ENG:
MAN:OWN:COL3X_159CC_196CC_ENG:
769-17031B
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MAN:OWNR:ENG:MTD:159cc:CAN
769-08498H
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MANL:OPER:BILING:12X:21in GEN:
769-22911
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MANL:OPER:BILING:12X:RWD:CONSO
769-20190
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MANL:OPER:ENG_FRENCH:12X:RWD:C
769-11867
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SHEET:SUP:BILING:21IN:11X:12X:
769-23231
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SHEET:SUP:BILING:EPA:CARB:EVP:
769-17170
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SHEET:SUP:BILING:EPA:CARB:EVP:
769-23591
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SHEET:SUP:BILING:EPA:CARB:EXH:
769-17172
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SHEET:SUP:BILING:EPA:CARB:EXH:
769-23593
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SHEET:SUP:FRENCH_ENG:12X:RWD C
769-12832
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SHEET:SUP:FRENCH_ENG:12X:RWD:O
769-20350
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Product Reviews

Rated 4 out of 5 by from Very Good Product The innovative MySpeed Drive System provides control of the self-propelled mower or you can push it if you want additional exercise. You will find that it works well either way. The catch bag is just the correct size for transferring the grass into a grass/leaf bag. It has started on the first pull so far all season. I would definitely recommend this product.
Date published: 2014-07-12
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love This Mower I bought the Sc500hw about 1 month ago. I absolutely love the way this mower starts so easily but most of all the maneuverability of it. With the front caster wheels it is vary easy to mow around things like a round garden without have the lift the front end of the mower. It mows effortlessly and is really enjoyable to cut the grass. The only thing I don't like is after cutting the grass and returning the mower to the shed, the handle to push it back is a little uncomfortable (Unless you grab the handle that engages the gears to move the mower). Not a big thing though.
Date published: 2018-07-07
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Nice mower but having bagging issues The Pro's - Easy to start Speed control is good The Con's Has bagging issues. Mower would start clogging and assumed the bag was full. Went to empty the bag and it was only about 1/3 full. Kept happening. Doesn't matter how long the grass is I can't get it to fill the bag up. Yes the grass is dry and I've tried different mowing heights on the mower. I've also had a few issues with it leaving a small strip of grass uncut. Have to catch it on the next pass. Usually happens on a slope. Not impressed.
Date published: 2015-10-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from fantastic purchased 2 days ago from authorized dealer when my Toro super recycler gave up the ghost on me,& the SC500 came as advertised...loads of power,larger rear wheel drive makes it nimble,easy to handle,my Toro never ran like this,just have to get use to new kind of accelerator handle,delighted with this mower,great purchase,makes cutting much easier,fuel efficient .....no negatives......
Date published: 2017-06-16
Rated 4 out of 5 by from I love this mower, it's light weight and easy to move around. The deck wash system is awesome, great feature. I have had one problem with it since new, it smokes a lot on start up, but I am working with my dealer and after the mowing season is over I am taking it back in for repair.
Date published: 2015-10-17
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Nice color Wish I had bought the model with the easy start. After running it and then shutting down. It is difficult to start on the second time. I will admit the grass was wet. This years abundance of rain made cutting a problem.
Date published: 2015-08-28
Rated 4 out of 5 by from very smooth running lawnmower Very smooth operating mower. Noise level is low, keeps up to my fast pace very well. Only negative I can say is to check for level of grass cut, the front wheels on mine need to be one notch lower than the back, not a major big deal. Cub Cadet has done a great job on this mower.
Date published: 2015-05-11
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great mower starts every time on the first pull. This is my second season using this mower still starts right up on the first pulls cuts evenly, great power beat mower I have ever owned. Extremely impressed with its performance I would buy another one in a heartbeat. Can’t go wrong with this one. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Date published: 2019-08-15
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