Cub Cadet XT2 Lawn tractor review - XT2 LX54 FAB

[@TractorTread]

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[@r.mageddon3385]

Very clear and complete information. I'm looking at buying one in Taiwan but don't speak Chinese so this was a huge help. Thanks!

[@lindyjohnson2908]

Thank you . This is very informative. I'm a woman and a senior and I am considering getting this mower. You have helped me so much!

[@TheFlightDeckFlyer]

One of the best reviews I have found for the Cub Cadet. Looking at buying this exact model. Thank you for showing the reverse while mowing feature this has definitely helped me out!

[@stinkybeagle]

Nice job. Very informative. Cub Cadet should use this to teach folks how to operate their tractors. Thanks for doing.

[@mboiko]

I've been running an XT2 w/Kawasaki for 3 years now and it's really turned out to be a great tractor.

[@TheFlatlander440]

I purchased my Cub Cadet XT2 in May of 2016. Since that time I've had to replace the main drive and transmission belts but thankfully they were under warranty when they failed. Since my warranty ran out this past May, any warranty work is on my dime. I will also point out that I mow about 2 1/2 acres of very hilly property and this mower does struggle going up steeper inclines. I also have the snow blower attachment so this mower gets used year round. Just yesterday I had to blow about 8" of snow and the throttle cable broke but was still able to blow snow even at idle speed. I was able to order another from the Cub Cadet website but I would think that it should have lasted more than 3 1/2 years. It's a pretty easy fix though. I've also had to replace the blades once (just his past summer) but I do sharpen my own every Spring before mounting the deck (I also have the 54" fabricated deck). If I had to purchase this tractor again, I would have spend the extra money and gone with the XT3 since it has a shaft drive instead of belts and pulleys. Overall, it's a good mower and gets heavy use in the Summer and Winter. The only recommendation I would make is that if you are mowing up and down more than 15% grades, go with the XT3 Model instead. Cheers!

[@TractorTread]

If your mowing hills and steep grades i highly recommend any Cub cadet steering wheel zero turn. In my opinion the Cub Cadet steering wheel zero turns are the best hill machine for the money. You can get a great quality machine starting in the $5 k range. Check out some of my other videos on those models.

[@jacquespage888]

next time go for husquavarna

[@JosephSmith-zm8oi]

Great explanation on how this tractor works. Better than the instruction manual. Great job !!!

[@donf1006]

Thanks for the review! I will not be buying the XT2 SLX54! I Bought a GTX 2154 10 YRS. Ago and had been very pleased with it. But the hydrostatic went out and the XT2 being the replacement, they obviously cheaped it up!!!! I wondered why it was 2,000 less! Sorry cub cadet not today!

[@propdoctor21564]

Ive had the XT2 LX42 for several months now with about 20 hours in the seat and love it.

[@ryanemmons5377]

Thanks for the great review. Most comprehensive I’ve seen. Wish I’d have found this one first before I wasted my time on so many others with useless information.

[@guitarpracticewithnate]

I am thinking about getting a used Cub Cadet XT2 LX54, but I am seeing quite a few negative reviews. I really like your review and you gave great information. If anyone has an opinion I would love to hear it, are used Cub Cadet mower still reliable?

[@jansarver1802]

Great review! Just what I was looking for, a honest good review of the operational side of this tractor.

[@leepinnguin9682]

I enjoyed the video. I just bought the XT2 LX42 but it doesn't have the PTO. This will be a big change from my 23 year old Cub 2135. I need to figure out the new deck height and stuff. I would love to see a video of all the maintenance needed from greasing to filter and oil changes too. (if you do that on video). Well done video

[@pamst-pierre9117]

I just bought the XT2 LX42 what is the PTO?

[@100PercentOS2]

Can this mower be pushed backwards too, once the lever is pulled out? Wow, I love this mower and will be going to the store that has these tomorrow and buying one. I am so impressed. Everything is so easily accessible. Great review.

[@joshtheinflatableking]

have you seen the cub cadet intellipower 42inch tractor? can you do a review on one if so and do you like the intellipower?

[@eugenecrabs3954]

junk.

[@BC-vh2ik]

Great review. I really liked how you explained the reverse feature. I am researching this model and thought I would have to push and wait every time. And that would have been a deal breaker.

[@SithLandlord]

Would love to see a maintenance guide for this model.

[@jackbecker6680]

Nice video, don’t know how you could hold the selfie stick so well 😎

[@jonkwilloughby]

Great, to the point video of how to and location of controls etc. well done!

[@randallscott6709]

Excellent video

[@cgeromi]

Great video. I am about to buy a 2020 model of this exact mower in about 3 weeks. What's your overall thoughts after owning it 3+ years?

[@PMW42]

Excellent video. Do you have a snow thrower attachment. If so, could you make another great video?

[@jasonking8671]

Now that was a great review on this mower. Thanks

[@lynndigit8830]

How do you replace a headlight?

[@meastindaeast3730]

Excellent video. It helped me make my decision as I had it narrowed down to two options. Great details, thank you.

[@TractorTread]

Thanks!

[@rpiian]

What’d you end up getting? How do you like it?

[@randydfall]

Very good on the explanation of this model. Have you any bad comments regarding this model?

[@djxenos2454]

Hi. Nice review. Thanks. Quick question. I just bought the xt2 and my throttle only goes half way up. Is that normal? I find the tractor way slower comparing to my old one wich has a transmatic gear box. Any ideas? Thanks

[@gordbaker896]

Where is the Hour Meter or isn't there one?

[@brucelatham6214]

Good review. I suggest showing the underside of the deck - does this mower have the quick blade change system?

[@countryboy602]

Does this model come with the k46 transmission ???

[@mikehart5366]

Fantastic review! Just what I was looking for.

[@atomicdog71]

Fantastic job as usual with the review. Very well done.

[@TractorTread]

Thank You!

[@msclecarcrzy]

I just looked at a video from 2017 the guy had a XT2 with larger rear tires and a kawasaki engine. Is that a change from 2017 to 2018 or was his optioned up?

[@BryanWells]

Great informational video... but you didn't actually review the XT2... how happy are you with it? What do you like/dislike?

[@TractorTread]

i spend about 2 hours with each machine. I tell you everything i see or know about the machine. I don't waste time with specs.. i leave that up to the manufacture.. i don't use the machine for a long period of time so what i like or dislike is not really valid. I leave it up to the owners to comment their likes and dislikes.. If your buying one of these machines .. i hope i given you enough info to know everything about it. Thanks.

[@jscott4613]

Are these features the same on a efi 46'cub cadet should be right ...

[@CalebWarren]

In your review of the Cub Cadet XT3-GSX 54" Deck, you mentioned that if while the engine is running, and you have the park brake on, you can get off the mower and the engine won't die. Is that true for the XT1 and XT2 series mowers too?

[@TractorTread]

with the park brake lock on you can get off the seat and the engine will not shut off.. The mower blades will turn off or the engine will turn off too if the mower is engaged and you get off the seat, it depends on the model.

[@Derpymech]

Love my cub but the 46” fab scalps like crazy

[@lynndigit8830]

I weigh 135 and the seat safety keeps trying to kill the engine on rough ground when I bounce

[@smyers820gm]

can you mount a sleeve hitch to this machine and can it use ground engaging equipment?

[@darrenupton5500]

Nice review pal

[@CharlieJulietSierra]

Very nice!

[@timj8405]

He said that two of them were at the bottom of the steering shaft (under the battery)

[@Socceristhebest49]

VERY INFORMATIVE, THANK YOU!

[@ernestgunraj9916]

Great review.

[@teambigv]

Could you do a review on a John Deere S 240 riding mower? Keep up the great work your reviews are thorough!

[@TractorTread]

I'll try to do that review in a couple weeks. I just got some new film equipment and i'm working out the bugs. Thanks for the request

[@teambigv]

TractorTread Thanx a lot!

[@timj8405]

Can you do a review on the Cub cadet xt3 GSX warning I heard that there is a lot of grease points

[@TractorTread]

i'll see what i can do

[@jscott4613]

By the way this was very detailed review...

[@rzl07375]

No grease zerks on the spindles on the mower deck??

[@kwikslvr73]

bearings are sealed...no need for grease fittings

[@michaellabrise9274]

Expensive! It better do more than just cut the lawn. Why would I want to buy this tractor, I don't think you mentioned that?

[@glenjamindle]

That is one strong Pennsylvania accent...

[@TractorTread]

lol.. thats what they tell me

[@larcoal2963]

Well done

[@therealsagefrancis]

This was helpful, tell ya what.

[@jacquespage888]

first thing I dont like rear wheel are too small even the 2024 model

[@jacquespage888]

another thing there no grease fitting on spindle for the mower that no good at all

[@paulfiore7083]

Never even mentioned the engine!

[@shirleytwsw]

I hate auto choke

[@danbooher5843]

People dont buy this lawnmower, dont waste ur money.

[@shipmate3577]

Cub Cadet tractors are garbage. I kept having electrical issues.

[@danbooher5843]

If its not shaft drive its junk. Looks pretty cheaply made to me.

[@mct8888]

99% of people don’t need shaft drive.