Cub Cadet lawn tractors
Cub Cadet RZT 42
The Cub Cadet RZT 42 is a zero-turn mower produced from 2005 to 2012 as part of the RZT Series. It features a 17 hp Briggs & Stratton 499cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission, and a 42-inch mid-mount mower deck. The mower has two-wheel drive with differential power steering and an open operator station. It includes a mid PTO with electric clutch and runs on 12-volt electrical system with negative ground. Tires are sized 11x4x5 front and 18x6.5x8 rear. The original price was $2,600 in 2005.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet RZT 42
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Briggs & Stratton 31G777 |
| Cooling | air-cooled vertical shaft |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 3 gal (11.4 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.57x3.06 inches (91 x 78 mm) |
| Displacement | 499 cc (30.5 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 1.5 qts (1.4 L) |
| Power (gross) | 17 hp (12.7 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Production
| Type | Zero-turn mower |
|---|---|
| Series | RZT Series |
| Years made | 2005 - 2012 |
| Original price | $2,600 in 2005 |
Attachments
| Blades | 2-blade |
|---|---|
| Cut height | 1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm) |
| Mower deck | 42" mid-mount Cub Cadet |
| Cutting width | 42 inches (106 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Model | Hydro-Gear EZT |
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 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Type | Mid PTO |
|---|---|
| Clutch | electric |
| Operation | independent |