Cub Cadet XZ2117i Zero-Turn Ride-On Mower

Conventional sit-on mowers just can’t compete with the manoeuvrability offered by this advanced zero-turn machine from premium brand Cub Cadet!

Its ability to turn through 360° is thanks to its dual foot-pedal-operated hydrostatic transmission and steering-wheel controlled front-castor wheels. Labelled Synchro Steer™, this system confers unrivalled agility and ensures the XZ2117i will take obstacles in its stride and can be quickly turned around at the end of each pass.

The beating heart of the Cub Cadet XZ2117i is a high-capacity 679cc Kawasaki four-stroke OHV power-unit that combines full-pressure lubrication with cast-iron cylinder-sleeves so as to maximise service-life; and which has V-Twin-configured cylinders for extra torque and low-vibration, low-noise performance.

Cutting-edge engine-features include IntelliPower™ technology, which works to ensure there’s no drop in performance when particularly heavy loads are encountered; and a computer-controlled fuel-injection system, which ensures the correct amount of fuel is delivered to the carbs at all times.

The engine develops a hefty 15.3hp (@ 2400rpm) and boasts a stress-busting electric key starter.

Combining an 11-gauge steel mower-deck with a 38mm welded-steel box frame, the Cub Cadet XZ2117i Zero-Turn Ride-On Mower has been built to cope with the demands of commercial and heavy-duty homeowner use.

It’s equipped with an electronic PTO, so you can expect smooth, almost wear-free blade engagement; and it benefits from a free-floating deck-design that ensures you won’t be left with any missed bits when mowing undulating surfaces (gauge-wheels on the deck work to prevent unsightly scalping).

The Cub Cadet XZ2117i is both side-discharge- and mulch-capable, so it will perform just as well on long meadow-grass as it will on a manicured formal lawn.

Large, wide-profile drive-tyres deliver scuff-free traction and will easily handle adverse terrain; while a low centre of gravity and wide wheelbase make it possible to work safely on banks and other sharp inclines.

Thanks to its compression-sprung high-backed seat, low-effort light-touch steering and adjustable steering column, the Cub Cadet XZ2117i is hard to beat when it comes to driver-comfort.

Other desirable features include a deck-wash system (SmartJet™) for no-hassle cleaning of the deck’s underside; an extra-wide cutting-height range (38-100mm) for superior flexibility-of-use; and cruise-control for the elimination of foot-strain.

This model’s 117cm width-of-cut is ideal for areas up to around 16,000m2.

• Synchro Steer™ technology – control the mower using the steering wheel rather than levers
• Zero-Turn capability provides exceptional agility and can cut mowing time by 50%
• Hugely powerful Cub Cadet V-Twin OHV engine with computerised fuel-injection
• Full-pressure lubrication extends the working-life of the engine
• Effort- and time-saving electric starter
• Dual-hydrostatic drive for smooth, infinitely variable control of the ground-speed
• Twin-bladed side-discharge cutter-deck will perform brilliantly on long grass
• Optional grass-collector available
• Four deck-mounted gauge-wheels guard against scalping
• Welded-steel box-frame for strength and rigidity
• Floating deck and pivoting front-axle for a close, consistent cut
• Wide-ranging height-of-cut adjustment to suit conditions
• Wide, large-diameter drive-wheels for superior traction
• SmartJet™ deck-wash system for easy cleaning of the deck’s underside
• Adjustable high-back seat for comfortable mowing
• Light, intuitive steering
• Electronic blade-engagement minimises wear on key components
• Low centre-of-gravity and wide-stance provide stability on slopes