Cub Cadet® 42 in. Signature Cut™ 22 HP* RZT 42 Zero Turn Rider?

Question

Looing for a zero turn 42 mower I saw this cub cadet on Tractor supply for 2499

http://www.tractorsupply.com/en/store/cub-cadetreg%3B-42-in-signature-cuttrade%3B-22-hp*-rzt-42-zero-turn-rider

which is in my price range

I also looked at Crafstman zero turn at sears

http://www.sears.com/craftsman-42inch-22hp-v-twin-briggs-and-stratton/p-07120411000P?prdNo=3&blockNo=3&blockType=G3

Which is on sale for 2084

Not sure which is a better mower, ive been reading around and they say their basically the same except the cub is a kohler engine and the sears is briggs and Stratton.

Can anyone with experience chime in, ive been researching but I cant really find much difference in opinions looking on different sites, thanks.

Answer 1

You don't find much difference in opinions because there isn't a lot of difference. Main difference is the engines. Kohler is a high end commercial power equipment engine manufacturer and Briggs & Stratton is the biggest power equipment engine manufacturer in the world. Briggs is seen a lot more and is probably easier to find parts for if it comes to that but both are well built reliable engines. Sears is in financial trouble and closing a lot of stores around the country while Tractor Supply seems to be charging along and opening more. That might also be a consideration in your area. Both advertise free store delivery so no real difference there. I'd say see if the stores near you have a model in stock so you can look them over and see if there's any noticeable quality differences.

Answer 2

it really gets down to the warranty and which company gives the best guarantee ... GO TO the Sears Store and then visit the TSCo. and see what each offers === you might get a better price at Sears if you use your C=card and pay it off in a hurry ...... ask for a discount at both stores and maybe???

Answer 3

went with the huscavarna 54" cut zeroturn love it friggin awesome