Less than $2kKubota
All wheel drive
power steering
PTO
3 cylinder Diesel
Hydraulic deck lift
At that price point, not much beats a Kubota. I used to work on a farm that had one - all wheel drive diesel and independent left/right braking. We put turf tires on it, it must be 15-20 years old at this point and still runs great.Kubota
All wheel drive
power steering
PTO
3 cylinder Diesel
Hydraulic deck lift
That's beautiful, I hope I never live in a place where I would need one!! Unless the hired help for the house can use it, of course!!!We have the 50" Simplicity conquest Have had now for 6 years and still going strong..
I also have a Snow blower Attachment for it, as well as an enclosed Cab
Is this the Cub Cadet XT1?Cub Cadet 46". Have no complaints after two years. #1 thing to make sure your tractor has is hydro-static transmission that will automatically go in reverse with the pedal. That way you don't have to shift every time you want to back up.
Which model do you have?I have a Cub Cadet, been running strong for 7 years
cub cadet lt 1045Which model do you have?I have a Cub Cadet, been running strong for 7 years
Mine is a LTX1046. The XT1 is the new re-design of the LTX. Looks like to me they all have the hydro-static transmission now and the XT2 even has electronic deck engagement (push button instead of a lever).Is this the Cub Cadet XT1?Cub Cadet 46". Have no complaints after two years. #1 thing to make sure your tractor has is hydro-static transmission that will automatically go in reverse with the pedal. That way you don't have to shift every time you want to back up.
I believe that Cub Cadet has been bought by MTD(?) a few years ago. Many/most mowers in the sub 2k price range will be built by MTD. So beware that past performance doesn't guarantee that it'll be the same build quality as it was years before.Which model do you have?I have a Cub Cadet, been running strong for 7 years
Have the same one. 10 years young and going strong. Kohler makes a great engine.Foosball God said:cub cadet lt 1045Jayrok said:Which model do you have?Foosball God said:I have a Cub Cadet, been running strong for 7 years
They've been under MTD for decades.squidrope said:I believe that Cub Cadet has been bought by MTD(?) a few years ago. Many/most mowers in the sub 2k price range will be built by MTD. So beware that past performance doesn't guarantee that it'll be the same build quality as it was years before.Jayrok said:Which model do you have?Foosball God said:I have a Cub Cadet, been running strong for 7 years
The CC XT1 has the Kohler engine as well. The Husqvarna I'm looking at has a briggs/stratton. I've heard better things about the Kohler engine.Have the same one. 10 years young and going strong. Kohler makes a great engine.Foosball God said:cub cadet lt 1045Jayrok said:Which model do you have?Foosball God said:I have a Cub Cadet, been running strong for 7 years
The X series is nice but a bit more than I want to spend. My yard is big but it is flat so no hills to climb or cut. I ruled out the D series early on, that's why I was looking at other brands.Just bought a John Deere X300 last week. $3,000 but if you are going to spend $2,000 on the D series you might as well kick in an extra grand for the much better built motor and frame with the X series. There is also a sale right now on all John Deere accessories - 20% off. https://www.deere.com/en_US/buying_and_finance/usa/special_offers/parts/rle-parts-offer.page
When it comes to big purchases - something that may be used for 10 to 20 years - I always go with quality and pay a little extra.
I've read the same about the XT1. The 42" at Tractor Supply has the 18 hp Kohler cougar engine. The 46" has the 22hp Kohler. everything else looks the same. $200 difference in the two mowers.I'm also in the market. Was talking to the local dealer here and he said the XT1 was basically made for the big box stores like Tractor Supply, Lowes, Home Depot, etc. and not nearly the same quality as the XT2 (which is what he sells). The XT3 is more heavy-duty and he doesn't sell hardly any of those, because at that price point, most people go with a zero turn unless they have a specific need for a garden tractor.
Thanks for the trickle charger tip. Hadn't heard of that before. Husky is still a top contender for my search.Four years ago I purchased a Husqvarna lawn tractor. It has a 48" wide deck. It still runs like a champ and all I've done is basic maintenance.
The only problem I experienced was that the tires were always going flat due to me running over thorns. I had four heavy-duty innertubes installed and haven't had a problem since.
Be sure to buy a trickle charger and hook it up to your battery when mowing season ends. If the battery becomes too depleted it will quit taking a charge.
18hp is likely going to be single cylinder while the 22 would be a V twin. Might be more gas usage on the V twin ( )but should be smoother/quieter. I've heard differing opinions as to quality of single vs V twin but seems most feel the twin is more durable. And of course a 46" deck would cut your mowing time down a bit but can be difficult to maneuver into tight areas.I've read the same about the XT1. The 42" at Tractor Supply has the 18 hp Kohler cougar engine. The 46" has the 22hp Kohler. everything else looks the same. $200 difference in the two mowers.I'm also in the market. Was talking to the local dealer here and he said the XT1 was basically made for the big box stores like Tractor Supply, Lowes, Home Depot, etc. and not nearly the same quality as the XT2 (which is what he sells). The XT3 is more heavy-duty and he doesn't sell hardly any of those, because at that price point, most people go with a zero turn unless they have a specific need for a garden tractor.
Fair or not, there are some very negative reviews out there on Kohler motors.I've read the same about the XT1. The 42" at Tractor Supply has the 18 hp Kohler cougar engine. The 46" has the 22hp Kohler. everything else looks the same. $200 difference in the two mowers.I'm also in the market. Was talking to the local dealer here and he said the XT1 was basically made for the big box stores like Tractor Supply, Lowes, Home Depot, etc. and not nearly the same quality as the XT2 (which is what he sells). The XT3 is more heavy-duty and he doesn't sell hardly any of those, because at that price point, most people go with a zero turn unless they have a specific need for a garden tractor.
About tires, if the tractor comes with tubeless and your tires become worn and no longer hold air, you don't need to replace the tires. Just get yourself a couple of tire spoons and a tube from amazon and throw a tube into the tire.Four years ago I purchased a Husqvarna lawn tractor. It has a 48" wide deck. It still runs like a champ and all I've done is basic maintenance.
The only problem I experienced was that the tires were always going flat due to me running over thorns. I had four heavy-duty innertubes installed and haven't had a problem since.
Be sure to buy a trickle charger and hook it up to your battery when mowing season ends. If the battery becomes too depleted it will quit taking a charge.
Thanks for the info and the link.3C said:18hp is likely going to be single cylinder while the 22 would be a V twin. Might be more gas usage on the V twin ( )but should be smoother/quieter. I've heard differing opinions as to quality of single vs V twin but seems most feel the twin is more durable. And of course a 46" deck would cut your mowing time down a bit but can be difficult to maneuver into tight areas.Jayrok said:I've read the same about the XT1. The 42" at Tractor Supply has the 18 hp Kohler cougar engine. The 46" has the 22hp Kohler. everything else looks the same. $200 difference in the two mowers.I'm also in the market. Was talking to the local dealer here and he said the XT1 was basically made for the big box stores like Tractor Supply, Lowes, Home Depot, etc. and not nearly the same quality as the XT2 (which is what he sells). The XT3 is more heavy-duty and he doesn't sell hardly any of those, because at that price point, most people go with a zero turn unless they have a specific need for a garden tractor.
XT1 vs XT2. Looks like many of the XT2 line comes with Kawasaki engines which people love. Repair guys say they're more expensive to repair but break much less.
Place to compare side by side CC models. http://www.rowestractor.com/new_vehicle_compare.asp?veh1=444524&veh2=444533&go2=Go#compare
You won't have to worry about trickle chargers down here. It's only a couple months of winter.Jayrok said:Thanks for the trickle charger tip. Hadn't heard of that before. Husky is still a top contender for my search.Four years ago I purchased a Husqvarna lawn tractor. It has a 48" wide deck. It still runs like a champ and all I've done is basic maintenance.
The only problem I experienced was that the tires were always going flat due to me running over thorns. I had four heavy-duty innertubes installed and haven't had a problem since.
Be sure to buy a trickle charger and hook it up to your battery when mowing season ends. If the battery becomes too depleted it will quit taking a charge.
Winter months yes but we're talking about 'mowing the lawn' months. Seem to remember mowing in early november maybe late october, then not again until April.You won't have to worry about trickle chargers down here. It's only a couple months of winter.Jayrok said:Thanks for the trickle charger tip. Hadn't heard of that before. Husky is still a top contender for my search.Four years ago I purchased a Husqvarna lawn tractor. It has a 48" wide deck. It still runs like a champ and all I've done is basic maintenance.
The only problem I experienced was that the tires were always going flat due to me running over thorns. I had four heavy-duty innertubes installed and haven't had a problem since.
Be sure to buy a trickle charger and hook it up to your battery when mowing season ends. If the battery becomes too depleted it will quit taking a charge.
How much did it cost to ship?Bought my John Deere (2 years old at the time) off ebay for $600. Now 8 years later, it still is fabulous with zero issues other than replace the battery.
I want your grass then I stop near Thanksgiving then start up again the beginning of March.Winter months yes but we're talking about 'mowing the lawn' months. Seem to remember mowing in early november maybe late october, then not again until April.You won't have to worry about trickle chargers down here. It's only a couple months of winter.Jayrok said:Thanks for the trickle charger tip. Hadn't heard of that before. Husky is still a top contender for my search.Four years ago I purchased a Husqvarna lawn tractor. It has a 48" wide deck. It still runs like a champ and all I've done is basic maintenance.
The only problem I experienced was that the tires were always going flat due to me running over thorns. I had four heavy-duty innertubes installed and haven't had a problem since.
Be sure to buy a trickle charger and hook it up to your battery when mowing season ends. If the battery becomes too depleted it will quit taking a charge.
Maybe it is determined by the type of grass? We've had cold basically through March this year and when pollen season hits, the grass starts growing more. I cut my back yard twice this season but my front yard, which is quite larger, I mowed last week for the first time.I want your grass then I stop near Thanksgiving then start up again the beginning of March.Winter months yes but we're talking about 'mowing the lawn' months. Seem to remember mowing in early november maybe late october, then not again until April.You won't have to worry about trickle chargers down here. It's only a couple months of winter.Jayrok said:Thanks for the trickle charger tip. Hadn't heard of that before. Husky is still a top contender for my search.Four years ago I purchased a Husqvarna lawn tractor. It has a 48" wide deck. It still runs like a champ and all I've done is basic maintenance.
The only problem I experienced was that the tires were always going flat due to me running over thorns. I had four heavy-duty innertubes installed and haven't had a problem since.
Be sure to buy a trickle charger and hook it up to your battery when mowing season ends. If the battery becomes too depleted it will quit taking a charge.
I'd be curious to see what that set-up costs. I need a dethatcher, and I really don't feel like towing one. Theoretically, if I had one in the front, I could de-thatch, mow, and aerate (with a tow-behind) all at once!I saw a zero turn with a dethatcher hooked to the front the other day. That's much more convenient as the guy could dethatch and suck up the thatch in one pass. For me, I have to dethatch first with the pull behind and then make a 2nd pass to suck it up.
dang!! fescue hereMaybe it is determined by the type of grass? We've had cold basically through March this year and when pollen season hits, the grass starts growing more. I cut my back yard twice this season but my front yard, which is quite larger, I mowed last week for the first time.I want your grass then I stop near Thanksgiving then start up again the beginning of March.Winter months yes but we're talking about 'mowing the lawn' months. Seem to remember mowing in early november maybe late october, then not again until April.You won't have to worry about trickle chargers down here. It's only a couple months of winter.Jayrok said:Thanks for the trickle charger tip. Hadn't heard of that before. Husky is still a top contender for my search.Four years ago I purchased a Husqvarna lawn tractor. It has a 48" wide deck. It still runs like a champ and all I've done is basic maintenance.
The only problem I experienced was that the tires were always going flat due to me running over thorns. I had four heavy-duty innertubes installed and haven't had a problem since.
Be sure to buy a trickle charger and hook it up to your battery when mowing season ends. If the battery becomes too depleted it will quit taking a charge.
My neighbor bought a Craftsman the year after I bought my Cub Cadet. His Craftsman threw a rod 2 years ago and he had to buy a new mower. Meanwhile my Cub Cadet is still riding strong.I just stole a hardly used 2 year old Craftsman w/ a 21hp B&S and 42" deck for $875 off Craigslist.
I didn't even negotiate. Once I saw how nice it looked inside and out I handed him $875 and loaded it up.
I know it's not top of the line, but it's still a good mower for the price.
Yeah, sometimes cheap Chinese crap isn't that good of a deal in the long run. Who knew?My neighbor bought a Craftsman the year after I bought my Cub Cadet. His Craftsman threw a rod 2 years ago and he had to buy a new mower. Meanwhile my Cub Cadet is still riding strong.End anecdotal post.I just stole a hardly used 2 year old Craftsman w/ a 21hp B&S and 42" deck for $875 off Craigslist.
I didn't even negotiate. Once I saw how nice it looked inside and out I handed him $875 and loaded it up.
I know it's not top of the line, but it's still a good mower for the price.
Could be that he wasn't changing the oil as well. You're just rolling the dice if you don't keep on top of that regardless of which brand you buy.My neighbor bought a Craftsman the year after I bought my Cub Cadet. His Craftsman threw a rod 2 years ago and he had to buy a new mower. Meanwhile my Cub Cadet is still riding strong.I just stole a hardly used 2 year old Craftsman w/ a 21hp B&S and 42" deck for $875 off Craigslist.
I didn't even negotiate. Once I saw how nice it looked inside and out I handed him $875 and loaded it up.
I know it's not top of the line, but it's still a good mower for the price.
End anecdotal post.
I only searched within a couple hours of my house. So I went and picked it up in a pick up truck.How much did it cost to ship?Bought my John Deere (2 years old at the time) off ebay for $600. Now 8 years later, it still is fabulous with zero issues other than replace the battery.