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Cub Cadet RZT 17

The Cub Cadet RZT 17 is a zero-turn mower introduced in 2004 as part of the RZT Series. It features a 17 hp Briggs & Stratton 499cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission by Hydro-Gear with infinite forward and reverse gears, and two-wheel drive with differential power steering. The mower has an open operator station and uses a 42" mid-mount mower deck with 2 blades, offering a cutting width of 42 inches and adjustable cut height from 1.5 to 4 inches. It includes a 3-gallon fuel tank and a 12-volt electric starter. The PTO is mid-mounted and independent with an electric clutch. Tires are sized 11x4x5 front and 18x6.5x8 rear. The original price was $2,900 in 2004.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet RZT 17

Engine

Cooling:air-cooled vertical shaft
Starter:electric
Cylinders:1-cylinder
Fuel tank:3 gal (11.4 L)
Fuel type:gasoline
Bore/Stroke:3.57x3.06 inches (91 x 78 mm)
Displacement:499 cc (30.5 ci)
Engine Detail:Briggs & Stratton 31G777
Power (gross):17 hp (12.7 kW)
Starter volts:12

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12

Production

Type:Zero-turn mower
Manufacturer:Cub Cadet (a part of MTD)
Original price:$2,900 in 2004

Attachments

Mower deck:42" mid-mount mower deck

Transmission

Type:hydrostatic
Gears:infinite forward and reverse
Transmission:Hydro-Gear

Dimensions & Tires

Rear tire:18x6.5x8
Front tire:11x4x5

Drive and Steering

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Steering:differential power
Power steering:yes
Operator station:Open operator station

Attachments details

Type:mid-mount Cub Cadet
Blades:2-blade
Cut height:1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm)
Cutting width:42 inches (106 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:electric
PTO type:independent
PTO location:Mid PTO

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