ZT1 54
Ultima Series™ ZT
Item#:
17AREACM010
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$ 5,799.00
MSRP
ZT1 54
Ultima Series™ ZT
Item#:
17AREACM010
The Cub Cadet® Ultima Series ZT1 54 54-in. 24 HP* Zero-Turn Lawn Mower with AeroForce™ Fabricated Deck is designed to deliver a premium cut with few clumps and stragglers, fine clippings and evenness. Dual hydrostatic transmissions engineered for quick ground speeds that leaves your yard with a professional-quality finish. A continuous tubular steel frame with fully e-coated corrosion defense system designed to help protect against wear and tear.
Documents and Guides
- A 24HP*/725cc Kohler 7000 Series V-Twin OHV Engine, OHV engine delivers high-performance power and exceptionally smooth, quiet operation
- Dual hydrostatic transmissions allow for quick and effortless 7 MPH forward (3.5 MPH reverse) ground speeds that leaves your lawn with a professional-quality finish
- 54-in. AeroForce fabricated deck that delivers a signature cut with fewer clumps and stragglers, finer clippings and increased evenness
- Zero-Turn Mower
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ZT1 54 Features
Built with Strength
Our continuous square tubular frame was designed for enhanced strength and durability.
Redefining Comfort
Settle in to a fully adjustable command center and experience next-level comfort designed for optimized speed and control from head to toe.
AeroForce Deck™
The Aeroforce™ cutting system results in finer clippings, fewer clumps, reduced stragglers and increased evenness. Fully welded and fabricated with a limited lifetime fabricated deck shell warranty.
Specs & Maintenance
Engine
- Engine Brand Kohler®
- Engine Model 7000 Series
- Engine Model Number KT735
- Engine Displacement 725cc
- Engine Output 24HP
- Starter Type Electric
- Fuel Tank Capacity 3.5 gal. US (13.25 L)
- Cylinders Twin
- Engine Start Ignition Key
- Engine Oil Capacity 2.0 qt. US (1.89 L)
- Lubrication Fully pressurized
- Charging System 12 amp regulated
- Fuel Gauge No
- Governor Mechanical
- Choke Separate Choke
- Air Filter Dual element
- Oil Filter Yes
- Fuel Delivery Carburetor
Battery
- Battery 210 CCA
- Battery Type AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat)
- Battery Voltage 12V
Drive System
- Transmission Hydro-Gear EZT 2200
- Forward Speed 7 MPH / 11.3 km/h
- Reverse Speed 3.5 MPH / 5.6 km/h
- Drive System Hydrostatic
Cutting Deck
- Deck Cutting Width 54 in
- Deck Wash No
- Deck Material 11-gauge steel
- Deck Engagement (PTO) Electric
- Deck Construction Fabricated
- Blade(s) 3
- Deck Lift Foot pedal with Dial Adjust
- Cutting Height Range 1'' - 4.5''
- Anti-Scalping 3 gauge wheels
- Deck Positions 15
Chassis
- Frame 2'' x 2'' tubular steel
- Turning Radius 0°
- ROPS No
- Rear Tow Hitch Yes
- Corrosion Protection Yes
Controls
- Cruise Control No
- Brakes Disc
- Steering Control Lap Bars
Comfort
- Seat Type 20" high back
- Armrests No
- Seat Adjustment Knob
- Front Caster Suspension No
Wheels
- Rear Tires 20''x 10''- 8''
- Front Tires 11"x 6"-5"
- Tire Tread Turf Master / Multi Trac
Specifications
- Series Ultima Series™ ZT
Additional Specifications
- Hour Meter Available Separately
- Mulch Kit Available separately
- Headlight(s) Dual-LED
- Cup Holder Yes
- Operator Presence System Yes
- Parking Brake Lap Bar Integrated
- Model Number 17AREACM010
Warranty
- Residential Warranty 3-year unlimited hours
- Frame Warranty Lifetime Limited
- Deck Shell Warranty Lifetime limited
- Commercial Warranty No
Disclaimers
- Specifications Specifications subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Products depicted on website and other advertisements are for demonstration purposes only. Actual products offered for sale may vary in design, required attachments, safety features and non-functional appearance from. See other general disclaimers at the bottom of our website.
- Horsepower As rated by Kohler®, all power levels are stated in gross horsepower at 3600 RPM per SAE J1940 as rated by engine manufacturer.
How to Change the Air Filter in Zero-Turn Lawn Mower
MAINTENANCE
Changing the air filter in your zero-turn lawn mower is very easy with a little direction. Watch our instructional video that will take you step by step through
How to Change the Deck Belt on a Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Rider
REPAIRS
Change the mower deck belt on your Cub Cadet zero-turn mower with these helpful tips. Cub Cadet has the mower deck parts and advice you need to do a mower deck belt replacement on your own. Learn mower about repairing your
How to Change the Oil on a Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Rider
MAINTENANCE
Learn how to change the oil in a riding lawn mower with instructions from Cub Cadet. Our video and tips make changing the lawn mower oil on your zero-turn
Maintenance Schedule and Tips
MAINTENANCE
Learn how to keep your mower running smoothly with Cub Cadet's zero-turn mower maintenance schedule and tips.
Zero-Turn Operation Tips
TRICKS AND TIPS
Find out how to use a zero-turn riding lawn mower with these tips from Cub Cadet. Zero-turn mowers allow you greater control over your lawn, especially
Model | Manual | Form Number | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17AREACM010 | MANL:OPER:TRILING:RZ19:DIGEST | ||
| MANL:OPER:TRILING:RZ19:DIGEST | 769-25609A | Download | |
| MANL:OPER:TRILING:RZ19:DIGEST | 769-25609B | Download | |
| MANL:OPER:TRILING:RZ19:DIGEST | 769-25609C | Download | |
| MANL:OPER:TRILING:RZ19:DIGEST | 769-26504 | Download | |
| MANL:OPER:TRILING:RZ19:DIGEST | 769-26504A | Download | |
| MANL:OPER:TRILING:RZ19:DIGEST | 769-27000 | Download | |
| SHEET:INSTALL:S-BLADE:ZT&FET | 769-25887 | Download | |
| SHEET:SUP:BILING:EPA:EVP:18-19 | 769-23590 | Download | |
| SHEET:SUP:BILING:EPA:EVP:20-21 | 769-25879 | Download | |
| SHEET:SUP:BILING:EPA:EVP:21-22 | 769-26272 | Download | |
| SHEET:SUP:BILING:EPA:EVP:22-23 | 769-26607 | Download | |
| SHEET:SUP:Warranty_Addendum_In | 769-26830 | Download | |
| SHEET:SUPP:WARR/PARTS:CC ZT1/Z | 769-18151C | Download | |
| SHEET:SUPP:WARR/PARTS:CC ZT1/Z | 769-26207 | Download | |
| SHEET:SUPP:WARR/PARTS:CC ZT1/Z | 769-26207A | Download | |
| SHEET:SUPP:WARR/PARTS:CC ZT1/Z | 769-26636 | Download | |
| SHEET:SUPP:WARR/PARTS:CC ZT1/Z | 769-26636A | Download | |
| SHEET:SUPP:WARR/PARTS:CC ZT1/Z | 769-26636B | Download | |
| SHEET:SUPP:WARR/PARTS:CC ZT1/Z | 769-26897 | Download | |
| SHEET:SUPP:WARR/PARTS:CC ZT1/Z | 769-27005 | Download |
Product Reviews
Rated 5 out of
5
by
SaltyDawg from
Don't wait as long as I did to enjoy mowing again!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First mow with the new 2022 ZT1 54 and I am blown away! My house lot took 20 min down from the hour it normally took on my old lawn tractor (it will get fast as I am still getting use to the steering). My big lot took 58 min down from 4+ hrs. I also saved gas too. It usually takes me 8+ gals of gas to mow both yards with to old lawn tractor. I might have used a little over 2 gal to do both yards today. Man, I'm impressed! This is time I get back that I can spend with my family and friends! I had wanted one of these mowers for years. Now, I just wish I had done it sooner!
Date published: 2022-07-08
Rated 2 out of
5
by
NorthGeorgiaNate from
Cheap, poorly made mowing deck
The mowing deck on this model is cheaply made and breaks easily. I bought mine in May and have already had to have some of the mechanical parts and the chute assembly replaced. That took a little over 3 months. After finally getting the mower back this week, the new chute assembly bracket that holds the chute in place broke on the very first usage. Also, part of the bottom of the deck frame broke causing a massive vibration that results in one of the blades to occasionally strike the frame. Useless! After 6 months of ownership, I've gotten 3 months of usage. Not exactly worth the price.
Date published: 2022-11-24
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Marty87 from
Engine boggs down when engaging blades
I have always been a fan of cub cadet. I presently have the zt1 54. The first three years of use were uneventful. Last year, it suddenly began having issues of bogging the engine down when engaging the blades. It has less power and uses twice the fuel. I have changed the plugs multiple times, replaced air and fuel filters and even replaced the carburetor with a factory kohler carb. I took it to a factory authorized repair shop last summer and they only changed the plugs again. Im at a loss and very disappointed. Considering trading for a different brand. A mower this expensive should last longer than 3 1/2 summers of use.
Date published: 2023-04-23
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Bigfoot from
Eats Belts
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It's barely a year old and I just ordered the fourth(4th) deck belt. Warranty is a joke because I have to carry the thing an hour away to get it assessed/fixed. Meantime my grass will get 2 feet high while I wait on that, then have to drive another 2 hrs to go back and get it. Otherwise, it mows just fine when it has a deck belt on it.
Date published: 2021-09-17
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Art w from
Junk
Don't buy it drive belt came off the second day of mowing and now a couple of months later the spindle bearings are bad. I can't have my mower broke down and in a shop for weeks at a time. Please test one before you buy it you might change your mind
Date published: 2021-09-03
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Henslee from
Good Mower with wrong blade design
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this mower and really like most of the features. It would be nice if it came with an hour meter. My big complaint is that when I went to shop for a few pair of replacement blades, I can not find them many places. When I find blades they are three times the price of any other 54" mower blades. I can't find any options on blades like the good old star design blades. The "S" design center hole is a BIG mistake. I ordered three replacement spindles with a star design for less than three replacement blades would cost. I will be using the smarter, more available, lower costing star design center blades on my new Cub Cadet mower. I will be throwing away the "S" design spindles. If I knew about the dumb "S" center hole blades I would not have bought this mower. I think you can still get this mower with a star center hole blade design. Other than that, this is a good, strong, fast mower and I think it will last a long time.
Date published: 2021-08-28
Rated 3 out of
5
by
NotAHappyMower from
Zt1 54 review
I’ve had this a couple months now. The mower is nice, but not happy with my dealer. It appears I had got one that had sat around for awhile(fading and rust). Had a coil failure with less than 10hrs. It appears someone already put one coil on this mower before it was delivered. You think the dealer would take care of the coil. Nope, rather me pay a pickup and delivery fee more than the coil. I contacted Kohler and they said that engine didn’t leave the factory like that. So now I’m left with a mower and a dealer I don’t trust. My other cub has not missed a beat, but this one I’m not so happy with.
Date published: 2024-06-27
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Navajo from
Deck doesn’t hold up
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Deck does not hold up
I bought this mower at the end of 2022 and mowed the 2023 season and have had to replace blade spindles multiple times for the bolts breaking out or pulling threads out of spindle housing and I am just at the start of 2024 mowing season and 2 bolt broke out of the right spindle and the blade tore the deck all to scrap metal now I’m missing the gauge wheel on the left side of the deck and the Shute bracket broke off so now I have no Shute either when I first got the mower it was leaking oil from the drain tube threads where it goes into the sump cover but other then the deck and that oil leak the rest is great
Date published: 2024-05-28