2026 Cub Cadet® Ultima Z Z1 42
- Year 2026
- Make Cub Cadet®
- Model Ultima Z
- Engine Model: IntelliPOWER | Model Number: AX90Z0
2026 Cub Cadet® Ultima Z Z1 42
Answer the call of large properties and varying terrain with the Ultima Series Z1 42 42-in. 547cc Zero-Turn Lawn Mower with IntelliPOWER®. Engineered to tackle hills and slopes up to 15-degrees, you can save time mowing with an Ultima Series™ zero-turn that's 25% faster than a tractor**. Featuring an IntelliPOWER® Engine to deliver up to 18% more available power*, for less bogging down when mowing in challenging conditions
Features may include:
- IntelliPOWER® Engines deliver up to 18% more available power*, resulting in less bogging down when mowing in challenging conditions like tall, thick, or wet grass.
- 42-in. steel cutting deck with smooth arc dual-blades, cut overlap, and deep dome deck design provides flawless results, mows a wide area of grass to help reduce cutting time, is rust-resistant, and provides your lawn with a signature cut.
- Protect against wear and tear while being the envy of your neighborhood with a continuous, 2x2 tubular steel frame designed to withstand heavy loads and provide stability on rough, uneven terrain.
- Precision trimming offset front casters align with blade edge for trimming precision while maintaining line-of-sight and stable balance
Engine
Engine Manufacturer
Cub Cadet®
Engine
Model: IntelliPOWER | Model Number: AX90Z0
Displacement
547cc
Starter
Type: Electric | Ignition Key
Cylinder Liners
Single
Lubrication
Fully pressurized
Air Filter
Dual element
Fuel System
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery: Carburetor
PTO
PTO Type
Deck Engagement (PTO): Electric
Drivetrain
Governor
Electronic
Choke
Electronic
Transmission
Hydro-Gear EZT 2200
Drive System
Hydrostatic
Steering
Control: Lap Bars
Brakes
Brake System Type
Disc
Parking Brake
Lap Bar Integrated
Wheels & Tires
Tires, Rear Specification
20”x 8”-8"
Tires, Front Specification
11"x 6.0"-5"
Tire Tread Thickness, Front
Turf Master / Multi Trac
Tire Tread Thickness, Rear
Turf Master / Multi Trac
Battery
Charging System
12 amp regulated
Battery
230 CCA | Type: Lead Acid | Voltage: 12V
Operational
Operating Speed
Forward: 7 MPH / 11.3 km/h | Reverse: 3.5 MPH / 5.6 km/h
Chassis
Frame Type
2'' x 2'' tubular steel
Dimensions
Cutting Width
Deck: 42 in
Height
Cutting Height Range: 1'' - 4.5''
Turning Radius
0°
Capacities
Fuel Capacity
3.5 gal. US (13.25 L)
Oil capacity
1.8 qts. US (1.7 L)
Features
Construction Material, Deck
Material: 11-gauge steel | Construction: Fabricated
Features
Blade(s): Two | Deck Lift: Foot pedal with Dial Adjust | Anti-Scalping: Two gauge wheels | Deck Positions: 15
Seat Type
18" high back | Adjustment: Knob
Warranty
Warranty
Residential: 3-year unlimited hours | Frame: Lifetime Limited | Deck Shell: 3-year unlimited hours