Engineered as a reliable zero-turn mower with Kawasaki FR651V power, the Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 42 streamline lawn upkeep for medium-sized residential properties. Driven by a 21.5 HP / 726cc twin-cylinder OHV motor, this dual hydrostatic drive lawn mower achieves ground speeds of up to 11.3 km/h forward and 5.6 km/h reverse. The steering layout enables rapid repositioning around garden beds and fences while keeping forward momentum steady.
Materials & Safety
Structural resilience uses a continuous square 5.1 cm × 5.1 cm tubular steel frame finished with a full e-coat layer and the Triple Guard corrosion defense protocol. The AeroForce fabricated steel deck lowers debris buildup and keeps clip distribution even across multiple pass widths. Manual height levers and direct foot-pedal hydraulics keep operator inputs mechanical and predictable, reducing unexpected movement during routing. An 11.4 L steel fuel reservoir supports uninterrupted operation between standard pump refills.
Specifications
Deck width: 107 cm (42 inches)
Engine displacement: 726 cc
Cylinder configuration: Twin-cylinder OHV
Drive system: Dual hydrostatic transmissions
Maximum forward speed: 11.3 km/h
Maximum reverse speed: 5.6 km/h
Cutting height control: Manual lever adjustment
Fuel tank capacity: 11.4 L
Frame construction: Square tubular steel with e-coat and triple guard corrosion defense
Deck Width
107 cm
Engine
21.5 HP / 726cc Kawasaki FR651V twin-cylinder OHV
Transmission
Dual hydrostatic
Forward Speed
11.3 km/h
Reverse Speed
5.6 km/h
Frame
Continuous square 5.1 cm x 5.1 cm tubular steel with fully e-coat lower frame and triple guard corrosion defense system
Deck Type
AeroForce fabricated deck
Brand
Cub Cadet
Product Type
Zero-Turn Mower
Power Source
Gasoline
Cutting Width
107 cm
Engine Displacement
726 cc
Engine Horsepower
21.5 HP
Number of Cylinders
2
Starting System
Electric
Drive System
Dual hydrostatic
Maximum Forward Speed
11.3 km/h
Maximum Reverse Speed
5.6 km/h
Deck Material
Fabricated steel
Frame Material
Tubular steel
Corrosion Protection
E-coat lower frame and triple guard corrosion defense system
Cutting Height Adjustment
Manual
Number of Blades
2
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.4 L
Warranty
3-year limited residential warranty
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 42 have?
It is powered by a 21.5 HP / 726cc Kawasaki FR651V twin-cylinder OHV engine.
What is the cutting width of the mower deck?
The AeroForce fabricated deck has a cutting width of 107 cm (42 inches).
How fast can the mower go?
It has a forward speed of up to 11.3 km/h (7 mph) and a reverse speed of up to 5.6 km/h (3.5 mph).
What type of frame does the mower have?
It features a continuous square 5.1 cm x 5.1 cm tubular steel frame with a fully e-coated lower frame and triple guard corrosion defense system.