Cub Cadet ZT1 42
Zero-Turn mower · Model 17AIEACSA10 · Prosumer-duty · Gas
The Cub Cadet ZT1 42 is a prosumer-grade gas zero-turn mower, built for large residential properties and acreage, with a 42-inch deck and a 726cc engine making 21.5 hp. It weighs 500 lb (226.8 kg).
At a glance
Engine
| Power Source | gas |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 44.3 ci (726 cc) |
| Engine Power | 21.5 hp |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki® |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Engine Model | FR Series |
| Start Type | Ignition Key |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 42 in (1067 mm) |
|---|---|
| Blades | 2 |
| Min Cut Height | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4.5 in (114 mm) |
| Deck Material | 13-gauge steel |
| Deck Construction | Stamped |
| Deck Gauge | 13 |
| Cut Positions | 15 |
Drive
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear EZT 2200 |
|---|---|
| Ground Speed | 7 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 20”x 8”-8" |
| Drive System | Hydrostatic |
| Reverse Speed | 3.5 mph |
Dimensions
| Weight | 500 lbs (226.8 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
Commercial / Pro
| Frame Construction | 2'' x 2'' tubular steel |
|---|---|
| Seat Type | 20" high back |
| Commercial Warranty | No |
General
| Warranty | 3 yr |
|---|
Productivity & acreage
ZT1 42 deck width, ground speed and computed acres-per-hour, from the specs we have. Duty class: Prosumer — A higher-capacity homeowner machine for larger properties and acreage.
Productivity computed from deck width and ground speed. Compare on the calculator ›
| Deck width | 42 in |
|---|---|
| Engine make | Kawasaki® |
| Engine displacement | 726 cc |
| Engine power | 21.5 hp |
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear EZT 2200 |
| Drive type | not specified by manufacturer |
| Ground speed | 7 mph |
| Cut-height range | 25 mm – 114 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13.25 L |
| Weight | 226.8 kg |
| Warranty | 3 |
| Commercial warranty | No |
| Deck construction | Stamped |
| Deck gauge | 13 ga |
| Spindle type | not specified by manufacturer |
| Frame construction | 2'' x 2'' tubular steel |
| Anti-scalp rollers | not specified by manufacturer |
| Drive tire size | 20”x 8”-8" |
| Seat type | 20" high back |
| Dealer network | not specified by manufacturer |
See the Cub Cadet commercial pro hub › · Professional buying hub ›
Similar models
Other zero-turn mowers with comparable specs — including other brands — that buyers cross-shop with the ZT1 42.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — cubcadet.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.
Source: Cub Cadet (manufacturer) · archived copy