Mine is a 2017 model with Kohler engine. I had to replace the steering pinion bushing a couple weeks ago which is expected maintenance item. Other than that, not a single problem. I like that yellow and black seat and that yellow bar on the front of yours.
Picked up my XT2 LX42 yesterday. Picked it for all the same reasons you did. Would have bought the same one you did but I could not find one anywhere near me. Not one Cub Cadet dealer had any 42 inch mowers. Found this one at a farm supply store and spent the extra money. Hope all goes well with it and I can't wait to use it. Didn't hurt that my grandfather owned a Cub Cadet dealership growing up!
I have the LT46in 7000hp engine in mine i have had it for about 2 weeks and just did my 1st mow. It is probably the best tractor i have ever owned and would recommend it to anyone that is looking for a decent reliable tractor.
@@andybecker2693 HAHAHA I know what you are getting at. lol Yea i goofed as well. lol But to clarify that its a 7000 series 23hp engine that is in it. its a fantastic mower.
I bought one in February for 2500 was a little higher price cuz it came from and actuall equipment dealer who does all the warranty work. I read that is hard to get places like TSC or Home depot to actually warranty stuff. Plus my dealer said they would even come get it so I don't have to haul it to them so I thought and extra 300 bucks seemed reasonable for what they all offer
I just picked up this model used about 2 years old with 30 hours on it in like new condition. Got it for $1800 with the bagger system included. I think I got a pretty good deal on it. I love it.
746 hours on my 2014 LT1046. Kohler 22Horse Vtwin. Runs great still to this day. Doesn't burn or leak a drop of oil. Grew up as a big John Deere guy but Cub Cadet hasn't given me any room for complaints yet. (I've always been religious on maintenance every spring so that does help.)
I had a 1995 Craftsman 18hp Vtwin that had around 2,000 hours (or more) and it ran great until the entire steering failed this year and I noticed the towers are junk. The engine and everything else works like new and I plan on making it a little work tractor for around the house stuff.
I’m a first time owner of a riding mower. Never really cared about a mower but I just purchased this on. How are you all keeping track of the hours? Also how often should an oil change be done?
@@CTB2772 I keep track of the hours in a little book with the times it took me to mow. For oil changes I do mine every "mowing season" so I will go spring, summer, fall, then in winter do an oil change
Did you ever do a follow up video? I looked I couldn’t find it. I like the look of the mower. And the kohler engine. But I would like a follow up. It’s either this or another JD rider. Thanks.
Hopefully I can find this machine around me. Was thinking John Deere but after your video I want this one. I notice the older model was a little different. Nice looking machine and I like the features you showed. Thanks for the video.
@@jlspowersportshobbies4568 picked one up today, love it. Got the yard cut fast, looks great. I like all the storage spots, the turning is like a zero turn. Felt very powerful. Glad I went with this one!
Mine is a 2013 ltx1040, which except for the transmission is identical, underneath the new looking skin. It's been a good mower,but I'm not a fan of how the deck is hung in the front. It does fine in real smooth yards,but if the yard is bumpy or uneven the deck rocks around a far bit leaving a not so beautiful cut. The deck itself has held up ok,but I'll probably never buy another mower with a manual pto engagement, because after years of use it's not as positive as it once was and cable replacement is a pain. Hope you enjoy it,its a nice lookin machine.
Just got it last week. So far, so good, but I haven't mowed yet since it has been so dry. I like the bumper and might order one if I can find out where to get it. I got it with the mulch kit installed ($95). I traded in my Husqvarna 16 rider which I really loved, but it is 20 years old and things continue to break. This time it was the throttle cable. They gave me $200 which isn't much but better than sitting it in my driveway with a "For Sale" sign on it. I also got 2% off for paying cash and 5% off for military. So $2,195.29 delivered. At Al-Joes in Hamilton, Ohio. I really hope this will be a good one and I love being able to cut in reverse.
Just ordred mine from Home Depot today. It should be here tomorrow. I was seriously considering a Cub Cadet Zero Turn but I have acreage and This will work out better for gardening and hauling stuff around my very large yard. It should be here tomorrow and I am so excited! I am upgrading from a 15 year old Poulan 38 inch 15.5 hp Riding mower which in all honesty, has served me very well, but the last couple of years I have noticed that the deck just can not stay even anymore and I can see lines in my lawn from the uneven deck. Plus it is just time and my back can not handle that mower anymore lol. When I get it tomorrow I will def give you some updates :) I am excited to be in the Cub family! ( My GF says I should put a Transformers logo on it since it looks like Bumblebee )
@@K2KAYAK I'm loving it. It rides a bit taller than my Poulan does and it's really not much wider with there being a 4 inch cutting difference. Very comfortable seat and love the automatic on it and the instant reverse makes it so nice to mow and I was very surprised at how sharp it actually turns. The gas tank is really nice. I like not having to pop the hood in order to pour gas. I know that's trivial but minor conveniences like that are important to me, like also now having a cup holder lol.
I would highly recommend the first oil change at around 25 to 50 hours. 300 hours after that is a little long, I do my LT1 50 inch deck 24 hp Kohler at 250 hours. It does a lot of uphill and large field, about 3 acres. It has proven to be a good, trouble free machine.
Kohler's engine user manual states if you use their Pro 10w-50 synthetic and their Pro filter you can go 300 hrs. I agree with you it seems too long, but they're the bosses. My old Cub Cadet is 16yrs old and only has 261 hrs on it (I only have just over a 1 acre lawn, and didn't snowblow with it) and I can't imagine not changing the oil in 16yrs! My new one will be all season, but still, I can't imagine not changing the oil in 8 years either.
@nitrorc4life1 The nice thing about it is we're justified with either perspective, changing the oil is not hard nor expensive, so we can do it every month if we want to. Or if we want to let it go longer, Kohler themselves say we can.
I like Cub Cadet but I bought one GT 1554 new and that thing has been nothing but problems. Belt always falling off or breaking. I'd literally have to put the belt back on 15 times on a mow that should have taken 30 minutes. So, I decided the hell with mowing and I put a snow blower on it, same thing. Now the damn thing is sitting in my garage turning to rust because the pile of shit won't start. I literally used it to just drive around because that's all it was good for, now it won't even do that. I really want to give them another chance so I'm kind of hoping that you can do another more recent video of this mower so I can see if it's worth my time to buy another new one. Like you, I hope Cub Cadet sees this and sends me a rider for free being I've pissed away 6k on the mower, belts, other mechanical issues and the snowblower along with it not running now. I think it only has 500 hrs on it. Nothing but a headache from the beginning.
THANKS for doing a review on the new one!! I got my XT1 LT42 in February, just hit 5 hours for the first oil change. I clocked mine going 7mph uphill with the blades going and it turns on a dime!! mine seems to turn tighter than 16" but don't know how to check that. I don't know where you heard you can go 300 hours without an oil change but I wouldn't do it.... I would go with the owner manual and change every 50 hours using 10-30 like it calls for in the warranty, but you do you. once again thank you!!
Welcome! Take a look at the manual again. If you use the Kohler pro 10w50 oil and filter the service interval is 300 hours. If you just use the standard 10/30 oil and filter the service interval is 100hrs or annually. This is all straight from my Kohler 5400 series owners manual.
I have a very same one as well, same engine, same year 22, i find that the engines are noisy especially around the engines pulley, engine itself is quiet, maybe they are all that way, would like to hear another one run though and it smells when you turn it off, could be the nikee carburetor.
Wait till you do try changing the oil. That adapter always spins loose at the block. Same issue for the last 20 years. Be prepared to grab it with pliers. I have an LTX-1046 with a 26 hp Kohler. Found a trick to add a 3/8 x 4 inch nipple, followed by a ball valve. I screw in a short nipple with a 5/8 plastic hose and tip the tractor with a jack to drain. Of course you've got to get the oil out the first time.
Just remember to put the throttle in the choke position when shutting it down. You will crack your knee on it getting off and eventually break it off. Not a cheap fix.
I bought the 46 inch last week and still waiting for it to be delivered. I've always owned John Deere and was going to buy another one of those but dealer told me they couldn't get any of 100 or 200 series for at least two months, maybe longer. So Cub Cadet it is as I needed to get something. I'm looking forward to getting on it and checking it out.
Awesome enjoy! I did my first cut today. My neighbors lawn and then my own. About 1.5hrs. My only complaint is I don't weigh enough for the seat switch. Hit a small bump and the engine wants to stall because I bump off the seat. Very minor but I love it. It has good power, speed, and the cut is perfect. Blades are razor sharp.
@@jlspowersportshobbies4568 you probably could bypass the safety switch with a bit of ingenuity. I get mine next week i have 6 acres of land that will benefit from it
Si you are right it does use 10w-30 but kohler offers this pro kit that used 10w-50 and some “pro” filter that gives you the 300hr life span. I’m pretty sure it was more towards commercial mowers because I personally wouldn’t do more than a year on oil. Most oil also say like 10k or up to a year but idk that’s just me
I'm in the market now for new mower, it's between your machine and the John Deere s120 . Love them both, the only thing the cub is I believe the motor is made in China and the Deere is us briggs, don't know if one is better built than the other as far as longevity
The engine in mine is a Kohler 5400 series 19.5hp made in USA. Made in USA with US and global parts. 🤣 We all know where those parts came from no need to say global parts.
Greetings! Just purchased a XT1-LT50. The serial number tag has a manufacturer date of 10/21. Would that make it a 2021? Is there any difference between the 2021 and 2022?
Our XT1 is about 7 years old. We've really only had minor problems with it. The right side head gasket has gone bad twice, which I believe is due to the proximity of the exhaust pipe. The brake pads on the deck pulleys are just about worn out, and will need replacement soon. But both belts have lasted just fine, so far. Oh, and we had to put tubes in all the tires, because running over a goathead sticker is enough to flatten them.
At least you get a Kohler motor and not a generic MTD. Unfortunately, MTD puts a entry level light duty transmission in this model. Cub Cadet customer service is not going to get any accolades.
How's the turning radius? I saw somewhere that it's like 16 unch turning radius. Really wanted a zero turn but this is way more my budget and still saves me a lot of time if it turns sharp
I never measured it but it's turns sharp! No more backing up to go around trees. I can just buzz right around them. My old Husqvarna had a terrible turning radius. But it was a 1996 model. Things have evolved a bit since then.
The Intellipower engine with the Cub Cadet brand was a Chinese knock off engine. Might be a good engine, I don't know. I avoided it and went with the Kohler.
@@jlspowersportshobbies4568 I don't know what the builder did or didn't do when they built our house but damn, our yard is rough and has some ankle turning sunken spots. I don't know if they can or will do anything about it. I'm concerned the XT1 may not have the ooomph to handle this and the berms on the north and west sides of the yard may exceed 20 degrees. I need to go try to measure them. The Xt1 is more available than the XT2. I just need to find the right tool for the job. Any thoughts? Thanks.
@@user_16309 hmmm was it a recent build? Maybe they didn't do anything more than just some rough passes with a tractor and a bucket then seed it. If it's as bad as you say it is and you aren't happy with it I'd suggest call around in your area and get a couple estimates for someone to come grade with some top soil then reseed it. No need to sprain an ankle walking to the mailbox if ya know what I mean. Our yard is far from perfect also but we're hard on it. With kids, dogs, atv's, dirtbikes, RC cars it gets beat up pretty good.
I just got my lawnmower the exact one but with a 24 hp and a 50 inch deck and I’ve been having a constant issue with the deck coming unlevel have you been having an issue I’ve only had about four weeks every time I use it it comes unlevel
No buddy I haven't had that issue. Sorry you are tho. I did my 3rd mow with it and I'm at 4.5hrs. Everything is going well so far. I want to do another video on it here soon. Kinda like a 5 hour review. But my internet has been down for 6 days. So I can't upload. They're working to get it fixed but who knows when. It's a wiring issue somewhere between my house and the box about a mile away.
I had to add a couple of waterproof connectprs on my 2021 model, as they use cheap shit open ended plugs. If you get the mulch kit, you will have to modify it as the way they have attached is just...woeful. I pulled the small little steel bar in the seat deadman switch as our property is bumpy in places, and it would cut the mower out if i hit a good bumo & bounced a tad higher. Change the hydrostatic oil @ 50 hrs (not the recomended 200hrs), as it increases the life of the trans heaps (according to Tuff Torq itself). I chamge the oild & filter every 25hrs, as the dust here in Australia gets in everywhere, also change the air filter every 75hrs as they get a lot of crap thrown into it (will be looking at doing a oil bath style kinda filter soon)
My 2021 Craftsman T240 Turn Tight tractor over this cub cadet all day long..my Craftsman has a Kohler 7000 series engine 22 horsepower 725cc V Twin 3 year unlimited hours warranty..paid $2,800 in 2021..today in 2022 they Cost $3,000 and still very worth the price
Can anyone tell me if i could change the battery to a regular 12 volt battery? The 2022 model comes with much smaller size batter and more expensive to replace. Look at your battery size on 2022 models you know what i am asking lol
Did you ever do a follow up video? I looked I couldn’t find it. I like the look of the mower. And the kohler engine. But I would like a follow up. It’s either this or another JD rider. Thanks.
I got a 2023 XT1 LT46 with the 23 hp v-twin Kohler and I love it.
Mine is a 2017 model with Kohler engine. I had to replace the steering pinion bushing a couple weeks ago which is expected maintenance item. Other than that, not a single problem. I like that yellow and black seat and that yellow bar on the front of yours.
I bought the same tractor 2 weeks ago. Mine has a 23 horse power kohler. I mowed twice with it Works great.
You also have a 46inch deck compared to his 42 inch.
Mine will be here on Wednesday. Can’t wait! Thanks for the video!
Dude I got this model with last gen body $1500 w/ veterans discount from homedepo! Inflation sure is bad !
Picked up my XT2 LX42 yesterday. Picked it for all the same reasons you did. Would have bought the same one you did but I could not find one anywhere near me. Not one Cub Cadet dealer had any 42 inch mowers. Found this one at a farm supply store and spent the extra money. Hope all goes well with it and I can't wait to use it. Didn't hurt that my grandfather owned a Cub Cadet dealership growing up!
I have the LT46in 7000hp engine in mine i have had it for about 2 weeks and just did my 1st mow. It is probably the best tractor i have ever owned and would recommend it to anyone that is looking for a decent reliable tractor.
damn 7000 horsepower!
I think he meant Kohler 7000 series engine.
I goofed. I think it’s a 7000 series cub tractor.
@@andybecker2693 HAHAHA I know what you are getting at. lol Yea i goofed as well. lol But to clarify that its a 7000 series 23hp engine that is in it. its a fantastic mower.
My XT1 LT46 arrives today!! Its coming on 4 pallets I was told, some assembly required. Really excited!
I bought one in February for 2500 was a little higher price cuz it came from and actuall equipment dealer who does all the warranty work. I read that is hard to get places like TSC or Home depot to actually warranty stuff. Plus my dealer said they would even come get it so I don't have to haul it to them so I thought and extra 300 bucks seemed reasonable for what they all offer
The store does not warranty it, the manufacturer does. You have to take it to a dealer for one to work so it doesn't matter about the store.
I just picked up this model used about 2 years old with 30 hours on it in like new condition. Got it for $1800 with the bagger system included. I think I got a pretty good deal on it. I love it.
Yes you did long as thier is nuthing wrong with it .I have one my self and it's great 🖒
746 hours on my 2014 LT1046. Kohler 22Horse Vtwin. Runs great still to this day. Doesn't burn or leak a drop of oil. Grew up as a big John Deere guy but Cub Cadet hasn't given me any room for complaints yet. (I've always been religious on maintenance every spring so that does help.)
I had a 1995 Craftsman 18hp Vtwin that had around 2,000 hours (or more) and it ran great until the entire steering failed this year and I noticed the towers are junk. The engine and everything else works like new and I plan on making it a little work tractor for around the house stuff.
Can't wait to get mine, gotta make sure it's a Kohler engine!
I’m a first time owner of a riding mower. Never really cared about a mower but I just purchased this on. How are you all keeping track of the hours? Also how often should an oil change be done?
@@CTB2772 I keep track of the hours in a little book with the times it took me to mow. For oil changes I do mine every "mowing season" so I will go spring, summer, fall, then in winter do an oil change
Did you ever do a follow up video? I looked I couldn’t find it. I like the look of the mower. And the kohler engine. But I would like a follow up. It’s either this or another JD rider. Thanks.
Hopefully I can find this machine around me. Was thinking John Deere but after your video I want this one. I notice the older model was a little different. Nice looking machine and I like the features you showed. Thanks for the video.
Yes the new 2022 model it's a bit different. Call around to tractor supply, home Depot and cub cadet dealers. You should be able to get one.
@@jlspowersportshobbies4568 picked one up today, love it. Got the yard cut fast, looks great. I like all the storage spots, the turning is like a zero turn. Felt very powerful. Glad I went with this one!
@@mitch7850 awesome man! Yes I live the turning radius too!
I see a lot of reviews of the under $3k JDs having issues with the drive belt coming off.
Mine is a 2013 ltx1040, which except for the transmission is identical, underneath the new looking skin. It's been a good mower,but I'm not a fan of how the deck is hung in the front. It does fine in real smooth yards,but if the yard is bumpy or uneven the deck rocks around a far bit leaving a not so beautiful cut. The deck itself has held up ok,but I'll probably never buy another mower with a manual pto engagement, because after years of use it's not as positive as it once was and cable replacement is a pain. Hope you enjoy it,its a nice lookin machine.
Just got it last week. So far, so good, but I haven't mowed yet since it has been so dry. I like the bumper and might order one if I can find out where to get it. I got it with the mulch kit installed ($95). I traded in my Husqvarna 16 rider which I really loved, but it is 20 years old and things continue to break. This time it was the throttle cable. They gave me $200 which isn't much but better than sitting it in my driveway with a "For Sale" sign on it. I also got 2% off for paying cash and 5% off for military. So $2,195.29 delivered. At Al-Joes in Hamilton, Ohio.
I really hope this will be a good one and I love being able to cut in reverse.
Just ordred mine from Home Depot today. It should be here tomorrow. I was seriously considering a Cub Cadet Zero Turn but I have acreage and This will work out better for gardening and hauling stuff around my very large yard. It should be here tomorrow and I am so excited! I am upgrading from a 15 year old Poulan 38 inch 15.5 hp Riding mower which in all honesty, has served me very well, but the last couple of years I have noticed that the deck just can not stay even anymore and I can see lines in my lawn from the uneven deck. Plus it is just time and my back can not handle that mower anymore lol. When I get it tomorrow I will def give you some updates :) I am excited to be in the Cub family! ( My GF says I should put a Transformers logo on it since it looks like Bumblebee )
How're you liking it?
@@K2KAYAK I'm loving it. It rides a bit taller than my Poulan does and it's really not much wider with there being a 4 inch cutting difference. Very comfortable seat and love the automatic on it and the instant reverse makes it so nice to mow and I was very surprised at how sharp it actually turns. The gas tank is really nice. I like not having to pop the hood in order to pour gas. I know that's trivial but minor conveniences like that are important to me, like also now having a cup holder lol.
I wouldn't live by that 300 hour service interval. 300?? Good lord.
I due a 55 hour maintenance on mine. Plug, oil , grease and good cleaning.
Bought one today and I love it!!!
Beautiful si in the background, I can’t help but miss mine :(
I would highly recommend the first oil change at around 25 to 50 hours. 300 hours after that is a little long, I do my LT1 50 inch deck 24 hp Kohler at 250 hours. It does a lot of uphill and large field, about 3 acres. It has proven to be a good, trouble free machine.
We used to suggest every 100 hours
Kohler's engine user manual states if you use their Pro 10w-50 synthetic and their Pro filter you can go 300 hrs. I agree with you it seems too long, but they're the bosses. My old Cub Cadet is 16yrs old and only has 261 hrs on it (I only have just over a 1 acre lawn, and didn't snowblow with it) and I can't imagine not changing the oil in 16yrs! My new one will be all season, but still, I can't imagine not changing the oil in 8 years either.
@@AimingWanderouslydoes not matter, your not changing it from breakdown but for contamination removal. 300 is way to long imho.
@nitrorc4life1 The nice thing about it is we're justified with either perspective, changing the oil is not hard nor expensive, so we can do it every month if we want to. Or if we want to let it go longer, Kohler themselves say we can.
I like Cub Cadet but I bought one GT 1554 new and that thing has been nothing but problems. Belt always falling off or breaking. I'd literally have to put the belt back on 15 times on a mow that should have taken 30 minutes. So, I decided the hell with mowing and I put a snow blower on it, same thing. Now the damn thing is sitting in my garage turning to rust because the pile of shit won't start. I literally used it to just drive around because that's all it was good for, now it won't even do that. I really want to give them another chance so I'm kind of hoping that you can do another more recent video of this mower so I can see if it's worth my time to buy another new one. Like you, I hope Cub Cadet sees this and sends me a rider for free being I've pissed away 6k on the mower, belts, other mechanical issues and the snowblower along with it not running now. I think it only has 500 hrs on it. Nothing but a headache from the beginning.
THANKS for doing a review on the new one!! I got my XT1 LT42 in February, just hit 5 hours for the first oil change. I clocked mine going 7mph uphill with the blades going and it turns on a dime!! mine seems to turn tighter than 16" but don't know how to check that. I don't know where you heard you can go 300 hours without an oil change but I wouldn't do it.... I would go with the owner manual and change every 50 hours using 10-30 like it calls for in the warranty, but you do you. once again thank you!!
Welcome! Take a look at the manual again. If you use the Kohler pro 10w50 oil and filter the service interval is 300 hours. If you just use the standard 10/30 oil and filter the service interval is 100hrs or annually. This is all straight from my Kohler 5400 series owners manual.
I have a very same one as well, same engine, same year 22, i find that the engines are noisy especially around the engines pulley, engine itself is quiet, maybe they are all that way, would like to hear another one run though and it smells when you turn it off, could be the nikee carburetor.
Wait till you do try changing the oil. That adapter always spins loose at the block. Same issue for the last 20 years. Be prepared to grab it with pliers. I have an LTX-1046 with a 26 hp Kohler. Found a trick to add a 3/8 x 4 inch nipple, followed by a ball valve. I screw in a short nipple with a 5/8 plastic hose and tip the tractor with a jack to drain. Of course you've got to get the oil out the first time.
If you look at my other videos you'll see I already put up a "how to" oil change video. I didn't have any issues.
AWESOME MOWER I BOUGHT ONE MONTH AGO AND I LOVE IT...I LIKE THAT BUMPER U GOT ATTACHED
Thanks buddy! I'm liking mine so far also.
Just bought the 7000 with the 22hp great machine
Just remember to put the throttle in the choke position when shutting it down. You will crack your knee on it getting off and eventually break it off. Not a cheap fix.
great mower, I got the LT50
Just bought one myself. Watching your video before I run it for the first time
I bought the 46 inch last week and still waiting for it to be delivered. I've always owned John Deere and was going to buy another one of those but dealer told me they couldn't get any of 100 or 200 series for at least two months, maybe longer. So Cub Cadet it is as I needed to get something. I'm looking forward to getting on it and checking it out.
SOUNDS GOOD IVE GOT TO ORDER MINE IN A WEEK
Heck I change my Troy bilt rider oil twice a year. It’s easy and guarantees longevity.
Just got a LT-1 46” KOHLER 23….a power house!
I just got one today can't wait for it to be delivered
Awesome enjoy! I did my first cut today. My neighbors lawn and then my own. About 1.5hrs. My only complaint is I don't weigh enough for the seat switch. Hit a small bump and the engine wants to stall because I bump off the seat. Very minor but I love it. It has good power, speed, and the cut is perfect. Blades are razor sharp.
@@jlspowersportshobbies4568 you probably could bypass the safety switch with a bit of ingenuity. I get mine next week i have 6 acres of land that will benefit from it
Just bought this with the 50” deck, it was nearly $3k. Next year it’ll be $5k.
PS I thought it used 10/30 not 10/50.
Si you are right it does use 10w-30 but kohler offers this pro kit that used 10w-50 and some “pro” filter that gives you the 300hr life span. I’m pretty sure it was more towards commercial mowers because I personally wouldn’t do more than a year on oil. Most oil also say like 10k or up to a year but idk that’s just me
How's it running? I'm really thinking of buying this one over the JD. This one seemed to have much better ratings as well.
I have about 30 hours on it now. Haven't had any issues yet. Only adjustment I've made is I realigned the deck around the 10 hr mark.
I'm in the market now for new mower, it's between your machine and the John Deere s120 . Love them both, the only thing the cub is I believe the motor is made in China and the Deere is us briggs, don't know if one is better built than the other as far as longevity
The engine in mine is a Kohler 5400 series 19.5hp made in USA. Made in USA with US and global parts. 🤣 We all know where those parts came from no need to say global parts.
What is the cost for this machine please
Greetings! Just purchased a XT1-LT50. The serial number tag has a manufacturer date of 10/21. Would that make it a 2021? Is there any difference between the 2021 and 2022?
Our XT1 is about 7 years old. We've really only had minor problems with it. The right side head gasket has gone bad twice, which I believe is due to the proximity of the exhaust pipe. The brake pads on the deck pulleys are just about worn out, and will need replacement soon. But both belts have lasted just fine, so far. Oh, and we had to put tubes in all the tires, because running over a goathead sticker is enough to flatten them.
There is an upgrade for the gasket problem.
@@xiaodingjones1554 And what does the upgrade consist of?
Mine will be delivered tomorrow. It has a Briggs engine. I wonder if the Briggs 19HP engine has a similar design issue?
I always put tubes in mine when they go flat. I wish they came with them.
You never never want to go 300 hrs before changing oil. I’m ocd and change mine at 50 hrs
I bought one today let’s see how it goes…🤞
$6,999 in Australia, I'm not sure if i want a lawn tractor or zero steer
At least you get a Kohler motor and not a generic MTD. Unfortunately, MTD puts a entry level light duty transmission in this model. Cub Cadet customer service is not going to get any accolades.
I just bought one from Home Depot in Granbury, Tx pd ($2,149. ) Delivered in 8 hrs
LOL same exact mower as my Craftsman t210 , they are are all made in the same FACTORY
I have one and it's great and it coast moor then 2000
Where can I get some to buy in Ghana 🇬🇭 please
great video... will I be able to ride up a slightly steep hill with this mower?
Yes I mow up, down and side hills with mine. It has plenty of power for uphill mowing.
Would this fit through a 48' gate opening?
How's the turning radius? I saw somewhere that it's like 16 unch turning radius. Really wanted a zero turn but this is way more my budget and still saves me a lot of time if it turns sharp
I never measured it but it's turns sharp! No more backing up to go around trees. I can just buzz right around them. My old Husqvarna had a terrible turning radius. But it was a 1996 model. Things have evolved a bit since then.
Did they do away with the intellipower models for 22? Been looking into buying this one myself
The Intellipower engine with the Cub Cadet brand was a Chinese knock off engine. Might be a good engine, I don't know. I avoided it and went with the Kohler.
Nice review.
like the tractor but i need a bigger engine so i got a e130 22 hp v twin so much more power then a single
Can this tractor handle a yard with steep inclines? Thanks.
I have a couple inclines in my yard and I also mow my neighbor yard that has one. I have no issues going up or down them.
@@jlspowersportshobbies4568 I don't know what the builder did or didn't do when they built our house but damn, our yard is rough and has some ankle turning sunken spots. I don't know if they can or will do anything about it. I'm concerned the XT1 may not have the ooomph to handle this and the berms on the north and west sides of the yard may exceed 20 degrees. I need to go try to measure them. The Xt1 is more available than the XT2. I just need to find the right tool for the job. Any thoughts? Thanks.
@@user_16309 hmmm was it a recent build? Maybe they didn't do anything more than just some rough passes with a tractor and a bucket then seed it. If it's as bad as you say it is and you aren't happy with it I'd suggest call around in your area and get a couple estimates for someone to come grade with some top soil then reseed it. No need to sprain an ankle walking to the mailbox if ya know what I mean. Our yard is far from perfect also but we're hard on it. With kids, dogs, atv's, dirtbikes, RC cars it gets beat up pretty good.
I just got my lawnmower the exact one but with a 24 hp and a 50 inch deck and I’ve been having a constant issue with the deck coming unlevel have you been having an issue I’ve only had about four weeks every time I use it it comes unlevel
Also I have an electric PTO
No buddy I haven't had that issue. Sorry you are tho. I did my 3rd mow with it and I'm at 4.5hrs. Everything is going well so far. I want to do another video on it here soon. Kinda like a 5 hour review. But my internet has been down for 6 days. So I can't upload. They're working to get it fixed but who knows when. It's a wiring issue somewhere between my house and the box about a mile away.
If you mean the the yard looks dug out in spots, and uneven it might be your scalping wheels are not right.
@@Cornealious I figured it out it was a worn out lock nut so a defect
@@prestoneaster9175 That crossed my mind but I didn't mention it because it was practically new. Glad you got it fixed though.
youre either from Maryland or PA
I bought a new craftsman t 110 the other day and it's very similar. Out the door it was 2247
It's similar because MTD owns both.
I had to add a couple of waterproof connectprs on my 2021 model, as they use cheap shit open ended plugs.
If you get the mulch kit, you will have to modify it as the way they have attached is just...woeful.
I pulled the small little steel bar in the seat deadman switch as our property is bumpy in places, and it would cut the mower out if i hit a good bumo & bounced a tad higher.
Change the hydrostatic oil @ 50 hrs (not the recomended 200hrs), as it increases the life of the trans heaps (according to Tuff Torq itself).
I chamge the oild & filter every 25hrs, as the dust here in Australia gets in everywhere, also change the air filter every 75hrs as they get a lot of crap thrown into it (will be looking at doing a oil bath style kinda filter soon)
Do you still have your cub cadet xt1 lt42?
Yes
I have that one I bought it at Home Depot
My 2021 Craftsman T240 Turn Tight tractor over this cub cadet all day long..my Craftsman has a Kohler 7000 series engine 22 horsepower 725cc V Twin 3 year unlimited hours warranty..paid $2,800 in 2021..today in 2022 they Cost $3,000 and still very worth the price
Bumble Bee
Can anyone tell me if i could change the battery to a regular 12 volt battery? The 2022 model comes with much smaller size batter and more expensive to replace. Look at your battery size on 2022 models you know what i am asking lol
Maryland accent?
South central PA
The top section of the hood isn’t on correct. It’s too far forward.
There's a few un-crating videos on RUclips.
MTD
Did you ever do a follow up video? I looked I couldn’t find it. I like the look of the mower. And the kohler engine. But I would like a follow up. It’s either this or another JD rider. Thanks.
AWESOME MOWER I BOUGHT ONE MONTH AGO AND I LOVE IT...I LIKE THAT BUMBER U GOT ATTACHED
AWESOME MOWER I BOUGHT ONE MONTH AGO AND I LOVE IT...I LIKE THAT BUMBER U GOT ATTACHED