Cub Cadet 48, 54 warranty Engine, Drive System, Steering, Chassis

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Z-FORCE®

HEAVY-DUTY ZERO-TURN RIDERS

ENGINE

Z-FORCE®48

Z-FORCE®54

Engine type

Engine displacement Engine orientation Engine fuel Ignition Lubrication/filter Cooling system

Air cleaner Alternator/battery Wiring

Fuel capacity/pod

22 HP* Kohler® Courage® V-Twin* OHV

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

24 HP* Kohler® Courage® PRO V-Twin OHV

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

725cc

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vertical

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gas

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Transistor controlled

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Full pressure w/spin-on oil filter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Air

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replaceable/dual element

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12V-15 amp. regulated/275 cca

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Automotive-style

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Single 4.25-gallon tank/single storage pod

 

 

 

 

 

DRIVE SYSTEM

Transmission Ground speed Hydraulic fluid Hydraulic fluid capacity Hydraulic oil filter Return to neutral Braking/parking brake

STEERING

Dual Hydro-Gear™ ZT-2800™ w/oil reservoir and filter

Fwd: 8 mph, rev: 3.5 mph

Rotella® Triple Plus 15W40

5.0 qt. (2.25 qt. per side including filter) including expansion tank

Standard

Standard

Mechanical lever

Controls

Lap bar dampers

Caster wheel pivot bearings Front axle

3-way adjustable lap bars

Standard

Composite bushing

Pivoting, steel

CHASSIS

Frame

tires

Front tire size Rear tire size

dimensions

Fully welded steel 1.5" x 2.0" tubular section

 

13" x 5" — 6" (rib)

20" x 8" — 10" (turf)

20" x 10" — 10" (turf)

Length

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

70"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wheelbase

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

43"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Weight (approx.)

722 lbs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

740 lbs.

MOWer & DECK design

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Safety

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Operator presence

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deck size

48"

 

 

54"

Deck blades

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Triple

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deck construction

 

 

 

 

11-gauge fabricated deck, w/7-gauge reinforced top plate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deck style/system

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Floating

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deck drive

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Belt driven, Kevlar®

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deck wash

 

 

 

 

Patented SmartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deck lift

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Foot-pedal, spring assisted

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deck height adjustment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.0" — 4.0" (in. 25" increments)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blade spindle construction

 

 

 

 

 

Cast aluminum with tapered roller bearings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Greasable spindle bearings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Standard

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blade length

17"

 

 

19"

Blade brake clutch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ogura GT-1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Front anti-scalping roller

 

 

 

 

Adjustable nose roller and 2 greasable anti-scalp wheels

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rear anti-scalping rollers/striper

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4 striping

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deck PTO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Electronic fingertip engagement

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

additional specifications

Monitor/hour meter Seat type/arm rest Cup holder

Rear hitch

Front platform design

warranty

Standard

High-back w/arm rests and gel suspension

Standard —in storage pool

Optional

Extruded steel 

3-year/180-hr limited warranty

This brochure is for advertisement purposes only. The product depictions are not meant to be used or relied upon as a substitute for the safety and use information that is published in the respective operator’s manual. Before operating the machine, read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine. Specifications and programs are subject to change without notice. Images may not reflect dealer inventory and/or unit specifications.

*as rated by engine manufacturer

†See your local Cub Cadet Independent Dealer for warranty information.

773-04153 Printed in U.S.A. 12/10 © 2011 Cub Cadet

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54, 48 specifications

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All models in this series are equipped with a comfortable operator platform, ensuring ease of operation over long periods. Ergonomically designed seats provide excellent support and minimize user fatigue, contributing to a more enjoyable mowing experience. In addition, the user-friendly control panel and intuitive steering levers allow for quick adjustments and enhanced maneuverability.

Durability is a hallmark of Cub Cadet mowers. Constructed with heavy-duty materials, these machines are engineered to withstand the rigors of regular use while providing outstanding performance. Moreover, select models come with advanced features such as LED headlights for improved visibility during early morning or late evening mowing sessions.

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