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Cub Cadet RZT 42

Cub Cadet RZT 42 tractor
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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

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