Cub Cadet XT3 Garden tractor review - XT3 GSX 54 deck

Cub Cadet XT3 GSX garden tractor review with a 54" deck. This Cub Cadet garden tractor can handle any size lawns. The 25hp Kohler engine has enough power to get through high grass with the 54" mowing deck. This tractor features a 25hp twin cylinder engine, Differential lock, electric deck lift and electric power steering.
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[@mnelson5388]

This was probably the best video I have seen on operating a lawn mower. Great job!!!

[@eightknots425]

Nice explanation I brought one used from a cc dealer he sold me a rust bucket. Thanks for your support your your your help and

[@Dodger2204]

I bought this tractor back in 2016, and I love it. Mine has the 54 inch fabricated deck.

[@garyholbrook9951]

How reliably ? Have you had any issues with it? Cost with deck?

[@brentsmock1044]

Bought my 2016 XT1 50” deckfor $1,999. I have done all of my own maintenance. I have a 7 acre horse farm so it has been put through the ringer, but keeps coming back for more. I call it my yellow tank!

[@walter9008]

Wow. Great demo. About the best I’ve ever seen and you did all the camera work yourself. You really know your business. I’ll know more than the salesman when I go to the Cub Cadet store.

[@awgondzur]

CubCadet should hire this man!

[@trucks_n_tractors_6335]

Nice to see a new garden tractor that doesn’t have an aluminum transaxle for once solid cast iron like the old ones

[@Farmtractor]

Even big old garden tractors have aluminum. The sears suburban, most wheel horses, medium size simplicity’s, John Deere 1,2 and 300 series, etc

[@Farmtractor]

They do that because it’s easier to mold and manufacture. They are still really solid transaxles

[@stevieg.4816]

Finally someone designed all the flaws out of these mowers. Pushing the reverse pedal forward is one, Getting rid of the Kohler 7000 series engine, separate throttle and choke levers, Battery up front gas tank and gas filler in the rear, and drive shaft. If I'd have know what I know now I would have never bought the XT1 46. I'd have bought this one.

[@dam4274]

Several years ago Ariens had a garden tractor with shaft drive like this when no one else did. This is a great design.

[@Hugh_Jarsole]

Simplicity has never NOT had one, but they're not on most people's radar

[@kingoftheplanet392]

I have to say just like everyone else man great video You've convinced me to buy one of these I found a used one it's still expensive but these are monster machines that will last 25 years as long as you take care of them

[@QuestingParadise]

absolutely awesome excellent review i think you covered every single little thing i can think of truly great video

[@TractorTread]

Thank You!

[@robertjeffery6100]

I’ve mine 2 years it’s a great mower I pull a large leaf vacuum on the back it works great and I live on a steep hill rear wheel lock is great feature

[@famousfather]

Thanks for the very thorough in-depth review...great job!

[@robertunderhill9409]

You missed one feather that I want that you didn't even mention? Tie Rod ends for the steering. Very emportant to years of life for your tractor. That's what I look for when I look at Tractors.

[@wildbill23c]

Wish I would have got this model instead of the XT1. The GSX reminds me of my old Craftsman GT6000 garden tractor. Except the GSX is shaft drive and has a diff lock, and hydrostatic transmission.

[@eugenecrabs3954]

Yeah, the XT1 and XT2 have a weird looking hood design. Wish Cub would've used more aluminum and less plastic.

[@bigdiesil75]

Good lawn tractors have had mine 4 years no problems might haft to buy another one great mowers

[@andybub45]

Wow 4 years? Guess thats good for an MTD...

[@wildbill23c]

@@andybub45 My Craftsman YT4000 (MTD) made it 7 years somehow, but I was babying it along the whole time and was far from impressed with it. My Cub Cadet (MTD) seems to be doing much better than the Craftsman ever did, but most issues with my YT4000 were engine related, the Kohler seems to be much better built.

[@squangan]

I think most people would pretty much need a commercial application to justify the cost of these XT3’s. I bought the XT2 LX46 FAB SE with the 679 EFI and it’s all the machine I’ll ever need for any kind of domestic mowing, plus I pushed a snow with it last winter very satisfactorily using tire chains. I looked at the XT3 but couldn’t justify having to pay extra for the mowing deck on top of the high cost of the base machine, however they sure are a great looking mower.

[@jamesholland1727]

Agree as have a XT2 and although the XT3 is tempting hard to justify the money to upgrade when the 2 does all the mowing I need in KY, just need to get rid of the seat cut off switch. Use it up north for plowing snow and getting off to reset the blade is a pain.

[@tedschmitt178]

Very thorough review/overview. Now I want a XT3 rather than a XT2.

[@doughoffman9463]

Without the differential lock both wheels still push the tractor unless one wheel loses traction and then you will stop moving. The lock would be great if you frequently encounter a no traction condition.

[@tonypresley6699]

Absolutely great most complete review/video I have ever seen on any riding mower!

[@dayanuck]

Excellent Review Mark. You sold Me on this tractor. Thank You so much!

[@midnightrider2342]

One of the best reviews I've ever seen. You're good!

[@cameronr.335]

I have a 99 cub cadet 2185 with 800 hours and its still going strong with no issues. Has pretty much the same engine as an xt3. Everytime I go to my local cub dealer to get oil change supplies they always try to sell me an xt3 and I'm fine with what I got.

[@LifeOfToyz]

Excellent comprehensive overview of the equipment. I appreciate the review.

[@nickbishop8930]

You sound just like the projectfarm guy.

[@davidjung3819]

Yes he does.

[@pvt_mtbl9516]

Yea

[@Farmtractor]

Damn your right!

[@RBnPA]

Excellent Review! I have this model & you covered it very well!

[@JohnDoe-mh8tm]

I like your style. Great information. Thanks

[@WJCTechyman]

I liked your video, well made, good demonstration for a well built tractor and i wish I could afford one of these brand new. That or a Kubota GR2120.

[@wildbill23c]

One up on the Kubota GR is its 4WD the Cub Cadet is not. So if you do things where you may need some additional traction I'd go with the GR2120...oh and the 2120 is a diesel. Although at the price point of a GR2120 I'd buy a Kubota BX LOL.

[@Z24Acecloud]

Explained simple and quick thanks

[@TheSaturnV]

A few glimmers of hope for the future of garden tractors. A cast iron differential with a dipstick and apparent serviceability is promising. I wonder what the internals are like. My 1970 IH Cub Cadet 147 has an electric lift that still works, so need for folks to immediately dismiss the electrical options as gimmicky.

[@wildbill23c]

I think a lot of it has to do with how people take care of stuff. Where I live people trash everything they own and its the fault of the equipment/manufacturer instead of the owner's neglect and abuse.

[@Farmtractor]

I wouldn’t get your hopes up. This is still a very cheap tractor compared to standard models of the day

[@danaevans3524]

Power deck lift can give trouble. The threaded rod gets jammed inside it's tube, Motor tube assembly. Can be disassemble & repaired in most cases.

[@danaevans3524]

Yep! I have had to do that once.

[@standunitedorfall6394]

Nice machine. I bought two new xt1,s Last year. Love em

[@jakeanthony7672]

American Patriot 2 ???

[@standunitedorfall6394]

@@jakeanthony7672 I bought 2. I bought a xt1 for myself. And 1 for my son in law.

[@TheMinnow101]

American Patriot You have other daughters looking for a husband?🤣

[@williamlear966]

Is there any way to put a gas gauge on this mower? Most other mowers have a gas gauge. This one needs one!

[@Davidjb37721]

Nice I love my cub cadet

[@ericpigg2689]

I went Hustler Fastrak SD zero turn. These are nice, but I will never go back. I can start my yard after my neighbors and still finish before they do, all while mowing more area. Speed, agility and quality of cut cannot be beat.

[@TheMinnow101]

eric pigg Never understood the race to finish mowing the lawn. It someone’s time is so limited that the crieria for buying a mower is that it will complete the task 15 minutes quicker then maybe one needs to consider hiring a landscape company to take care of the lawn.

[@ericpigg2689]

@@TheMinnow101 I guess if you like baking out in the sun and eating dirt for a longer period of time, buy the slow one. I cut lawns up and down my block and have paid for my mower at least 2x over just from the few accounts I have. Cuts better than a Cub tractor and more than two times faster, not 15 minutes. I mow my 2.5 acres in just over an hour. It would take 3 hrs plus with that tractor (I know, I had one for years). In the 2 plus hrs I I save, I go cut 2 other lawns and put $150 in my pocket.

[@TheMinnow101]

@@ericpigg2689 Cutting lawns commercially is very different that a homeowner cutting his own lawn. In your circumstance, time is money. In mine, it's time to relax and zone out cutting the grass.

[@ericpigg2689]

@@TheMinnow101 yeah I get that too, but I would rather zone out for an hour than 3 hrs on the mower every time. I cut over 2 acres 2x per week just at my house. I doubt we are talking about the same type of mowing to begin with. If I had a small yard I could mow in an hour less with a regular lawn tractor, I would do that. When you get into covering some acreage, there is just no comparison.

[@georgemercer5977]

The only problem with that is if you'll take a close look at your grass instead of cutting it it's chopping it you may get the speed but you won't get the proper cut without keeping your blades razor sharp all the time I have both of them I can look and tell the difference the Cub cadet is more smoother and the grass is cut not chopped

[@wesleymattison3668]

Thanks for the informative vid.

[@davidarkinian2393]

Best Video I have seen. Thanks. My New XT1 I just bought literally is a POS compared to this sturdy Tank with easy robust maintenance and cast iron tranny. Of course I paid $2600 and this one goes for 7K new if ya can find one. I heard the XT3 TOP of the line is being replaced with a new model?

[@user-zf4qs2jy3n]

all those damn safety switches to cut. I'll keep my old one.

[@corkisandberg6561]

I just purchased the 30” cub Cadet. W/ bagger. The design of the grass catcher makes it very difficult to check the oil dip stic and check the air filter. I had to redesign the plastic lid under the seat so as to remove and check the oil and check the air filter. If I didn’t redesign this it is fururely impossible to check the oil or the air filter with the grass tub up the side. I have to remove the shoot to do this and it is hard to remove the grass tube just to check the oil.

[@karensteponick2110]

its nice

[@harlannollie9713]

Good job

[@gfunk371]

Wish you would have shown how the electric deck is raised and lowered. Mine has raised to 6 but will not go back down. Not sure if it is mechanical or operator error.

[@alexmelia8873]

Great review. I'm surprised they didnt offer the improved fuel injection engine into this already-expensive tractor

[@eugenecrabs3954]

Those EFI engines are boring, they make the mower quieter while mowing. I like carbuerated engines because they are louder and are more fun to do maintenance on. The EFI engines also don't have a choke. Choke is also a fun part of starting the engine. Any engine under 25hp is too quiet for me, the Cub Cadet RZT 50" 25hp is the best mower to have!

[@alexmelia8873]

@@eugenecrabs3954 lmao what? since when is louder better? I have $900 active noise reduction headphones for anything over 85 decibels. I don't plan on being deaf at 35

[@eugenecrabs3954]

@@alexmelia8873 Don't worry, I also wear ear muffs. $900!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!

[@alexmelia8873]

@@eugenecrabs3954 aviation headset. pulls double duty

[@andybub45]

The EFI engines are chinese junk.

[@scttchm]

It was sounding good until the John Deere revise push button feature part.

[@garyholbrook9951]

The law on new tractor you have to have something so what better , I did not like it on my old tractor when I first got it but after 2 or 3 mowing I really did it without thinking and it was no issue.

[@scttchm]

@@garyholbrook9951 I understand that. Other brands have then on the ignition switch. It makes for one less thing to do. Thanks for your reply.

[@dadimahesh]

very good review

[@walter9008]

Like one of the other commenters said, do I video on the snowblower. I have a 12-year old Cub 2544 that just died on me. Putting the snowblower on was, well, add a b to itch and you will have the idea. I’m guessing this machine is similar. I really hope they have come up with something easier. John Deere uses a pull-pin system that looks easier, but it’s a belt-drive machine and I just can’t picture that pulling my steel cart loaded with rocks up my 17% grade.

[@alexkg130]

Nice

[@mayamoomilk6610]

My dream mower (without the front guard though)

[@rickwebb9618]

Don’t waste your money! It’s been my worst nightmare!!!

[@davidarkinian2393]

Excellent review. I just bought an XT1 and what a piece of junk. I got what I paid for. They downgraded the tranny in it again. Years ago they used to have a tranny filter in addition to the oil filter...has this been eliminated in yours? If so is there is a small tranny filter inside the tranny itself?

[@akbychoice]

Some spindles have grease fittings yet the bearings are sealed bearings and no grease can get into the bearings. Curious if this mower is built properly to allow grease into the bearings?

[@pvt_mtbl9516]

Depends on what the spindles are like.

[@akbychoice]

@@pvt_mtbl9516 why I said “ some “.

[@pvt_mtbl9516]

@@akbychoice it's funny that you answered after 10 months 🤣

[@akbychoice]

@@pvt_mtbl9516 funny how dumb YT algorithms work

[@akbychoice]

@@JoshAllen17Goated I check my CC, but it’s only an XT-1 and no grease fittings.

[@vincebella3328]

Hey mark nice review on the xt3 . I'm retired and thinking about lawn maintenance to make a few bucks on the side. I really like the xt 3 model lawn tractor, can it cut high grass & weeds, because some people don't cut their grass regularly.

[@TractorTread]

The XT3 is a good traditional garden tractor for the home owner who is really not in a hurry to get the job done. One of the most reliable mowers from Cub Cadet is the Zforce SX48 steering wheel zero turn mower. The Kawasaki engine and fabricated deck with a blade speed of 18,000 rpm will give you a fast ground speed and a great cut. I have sold over 600 steering wheel zero turn machines and have a happy customer base.. Hope that info helps.

[@newtonfoster7581]

@@TractorTread helped me a lot because I want one and they are the only ones that have one worth a damn, I was hoping they would put Husqvarna with same features, all MTD from my understanding, just different transmissions, some less expensive engines, fab decks, diff lock, etc

[@GP9railfan]

Newton Foster Husqvarna is made in the USA by AYP, definitely not MTD

[@keithcook4537]

@tractortread ...but it can’t mow uphill ?

[@rickwebb9618]

Total piece of crap! I n 2years I’ve spent $3000 trying to keep mine going.Don’t waste your money.

[@amtrobia]

How is it long term? I would love to see in action using the diff lock

[@booobtooober]

Covered everything just like a product manual. How about an actual user performance review. Also would like to know how much torque the axel deliver? Can this pull ground engaging equipment such as a plow, discs, box scrapers, etc?

[@TractorTread]

i don't have a way to measure torque at the rear axle and the company doesn't provide that info. The tractor has a hitch at the rear and will tow a cart, i think i covered that in the video. Cub Cadet currently doesn't offer plows, discs, or box scrapers for the rear of this machine. There are some garden hobbyist and Cub Cadet clubs that use this equipment ,but i never have used this equipment on garden tractors besides doing a little tractor pulling with my older cubs. If i come across a plow maybe i'll toy around with it in another video but i sell equipment and haven't seen one for a garden tractor at our store in a couple years. So i'm not sure there would be enough interest for that video. Thanks.

[@booobtooober]

@@TractorTread Right, I suppose torque is not the important question. I guess I'm trying to find out if it has the ability/durability to pull garden implements primarily a brinly plow as that would probably be the most stressful attachment on the transaxle

[@TractorTread]

Well, i do like the differential lock for handling short distance slippage problems, wet areas, and small hills. The hydros have been trouble free but, I don't recall many people plowing with a hydro. Hydro models slipped when using them for tractor pulling. If the hydro slipped when plowing it would wear it out quick i would think. If your mowing or towing a cart they have been reliable, if your plowing a small garden find yourself an old gear model. Just my opinion.

[@pvt_mtbl9516]

You can ,it just isn't from cub cadet.

[@greggzillges7210]

How much does it cost?

[@bobdurling7935]

Just moved into a new home & bought an XT3 from prior owner. Used the mower once. The grass was long. The tractor seemed to knock over the grass more than it cut. I electronically raised the deck. Manually set the cut height to 2. Any help on what I’m doing wrong?

[@bobdurling7935]

The blade BTO was engaged

[@AlphaPepper]

Dull blades?

[@rudedawg5087]

If the blades are sharp make sure they're not mounted upside down; its sounds crazy but you would be surprised when folks get in a hurry and don't pay attention. Make sure the lift wings are up toward underside of deck & cutting edges are down toward the grass.

[@shawnmontalvo181]

Thank for the review. I’m wondering if this tractor can be equivalent to some of the older Cubcadets. I have an older 149 and 147 that I use as small tractors. They are just getting harder and harder to keep running. Looking for a new one.

[@stever_beaver]

I wouldnt say they are equal or comparable. These new ones have some nice features like the differential lock, power steering, ease of use, and are very comfortable to use. BUT they are not built as heavy duty as an IH built cub cadet. The old Kohler K series that ih used was the best small engine ever made and its proven itself over time. The transmissions and rear diffs were much much stronger then what is used today. The new cubs are mainly for mowing and snow removal. The old ih cubs were built as a do it all workhorse in a small package and they have deffinitely earned there reputation.

[@JoshAllen17Goated]

They are really similar tractors. Obviously the 147 is a little better made but the new one weigh a lot more, use heavier gauge steel frames, id actually say equivalent transmissions because these are basically the same trannys used in the later cyclops machines. And the older version of the xt3 the 2500 series were just as capable as the 147 because they both dont have hydraulics at least the ones ive seen. So they both use sleeve hitches and they both have some of the best engines kohler made.

[@MrIMCP]

Not your HomeDepot Cub that's for sure! I love the cast iron transaxle and solid drive shaft!

[@danaevans3524]

Transaxle is made in China, Stamped in axle casting. Both sides, front. Look close!

[@MrIMCP]

@@danaevans3524 NOT SURPRISED!

[@wendys2275]

Do you have a video on how to put the snowblower on

[@jeffreydevoti8528]

Might be good deal for around $3000 Total cost.

[@WJCTechyman]

If you're lucky to get it for that price. In Canada, the machines like that are CA$9,000 starting price.

[@trucks_n_tractors_6335]

They are 5,000 in USD

[@user-bx3zz9cx3y]

Oldlawnandgarden Tractors $5500 near me plus the cost of the deck.

[@andybub45]

For the cost just buy a deere. It will last longer.

[@trucks_n_tractors_6335]

Andrew M all depends on how good you take care of the machine

[@garyholbrook9951]

Cost would have help and reliability ratings?

[@andybub45]

MTDs are junk products. This is just a fancy troy bilt.

[@houstonbrown3450]

Does this mower handle well on a slope / rough grade ,

[@DudgeonsBackyardDoings]

I bought the XT3 GSX solely because my backyard is nothing but a bumpy, uneven hill. I'd been mowing it with a push mower the past two years, and was getting burned out. I analyzed my yard and picked out a circuit that I believed would allow me to safely cut across and then downward. I reduce my throttle when I first turn down the slope and then increase once I get to a slighter angle. Straight up & down is what is recommended with a lawn tractor on slopes.

[@mightymopar128]

Thanks for the great video. My used 1993 MTD lawn tractor's transaxle went out the other day. I've been researching, on line, the John Deer and Husqvarna units, but after seeing your video of the XT3 I'm very interested in this model. I'm in a rural area where I definitely need a unit like this. The biggest problem with the other brands is availability. Do you know if this is a problem with Cub Cadet units ? Also can you give me an idea of the price of this model. Thank you, Bill

[@ciphercode2298]

It seems theyve dropped their xt3 garden tractors from the lineup. I'm looking at a used one with almost 400 hours on it for $2600. I certainly dont mind buying one with that many hours as long as I can get parts from my local dealer. An equivalent john deere would cost $10k

[@joedannel9037]

I'll just keep my 70 sears ss12

[@jackthibeault7803]

Both tires do drive until it loses traction its called an open diff I have no idea why people try to tech people about stuff when they don't have a clue them self's just saying and most people in this world that are around equipment know what a diff lock are

[@mct8888]

Yup, can you imagine the wheel-wear if just one wheel was driving all the time?

[@dewaynemay6273]

Does this mower have a price tag ????

[@daveerrington5166]

That’s so dumb that you have to remove the battery cables to charge it. You can’t even even jump start this tractor. I’m glad I bought the GX 54 xt2 with the locking rear differential. I’m glad I did not get the power steering and power lift control.

[@urbypotvin7348]

great presentation ! Does Cub Cadet offer ag tires as an opyion ?

[@georgemercer5977]

I put bar tires on mine it's something similar to a farm tractor

[@richalkins176]

How many hrs will u get out of the little cub? My Dixie Chopper silver eagle 2760 has 3600. And still going i bought it used from a land scapper. For $2500 10yrs a go.It's now 15yrs old.

[@danthemowerman4351]

Rich Alkins little cub? That thing has more balls than your little Chinese mower will ever have

[@rudedawg5087]

Just curious other than mowing will your ztr pull a sweeper, tiller, disc, plow, etc. without burning out the hydros, also will it handle a front mount JB jr. scoop? This Cub can with ease.

[@TractorTread]

The Dixie Chopper is a nice machine, but for comparison sake you would have to compare it against the Cub Cadet PRO Z560 LKW. Then you will find the same engine, same transmissions, with the difference being name, color and overall feel of the 2 machines. Dixie Chopper doesn't make a garden tractor if were talking about comparing the two.

[@danthemowerman4351]

TractorTread you obviously don’t know what your talking about when it comes to engines or lawnmowers, so do us a favor and take your little Chinese mower back to the kitchen and make me a sandwich

[@BeingMe23]

Too keep the underside of the deck cleaner. Apply a ceramic coating.

[@BeingMe23]

@Jim Marcum Well Turtle Wax Ceramic coating is about $12 at Walmart.

[@danc.2457]

What manufacturer and model # trans. ??? ...

[@jacquespage888]

how much tractor like that please

[@n7hevn]

How much does a monster like this cost???

[@anniewilliams4840]

Do you have to continually hold down the triangular Mow in Reverse Button while mowing in reverse? John Deere X570 requires continually pressing that similar safety button in addition to the key being in the 'mow in reverse' position. Makes it hard to operate safely in reverse.

[@brentsmock1044]

No you do not. Once you push the triangle button you are good to go until you do not need to back up while mowing. I leave mine on all the time so I can back up at anytime when I mow and continue cutting. A great feature. 😁

[@andybub45]

John deeres dont have a mow in reverse key position

[@gittyupalice96]

My Cub Cadet is from 1967, I see they've made a few changes. lol But man is that a FAT price tag for one of those $6000 dollars out the door with no implements. I have to say thats a real hard sell considering the kind of engine and hydraulic steering I could affix to my 53 year old tractor with a 6 grand budget. Hell I could probably get the yellow bits gold plated along with my 200hp car engine swap. All theoretical spending aside, the XT3 is still 100 times better than a Crapstman (aka Husqvarna re-badged) And I can say that because along with my Cub Cadet I have a Crapstman, and Husqvarna! So I can call bullshit where I see it... The cub is the only one running and driving at the moment for reference. So I'm currently mowing my lawn with a 53 year old garden tractor running a 48" cut deck, with a (don't touch anything) safety sticker, to please the lawyers.

[@gittyupalice96]

@BKD Vickers I have a way around it on myh 67 cub, I engage my safety squint to protect myself when Osha's watching.

[@gittyupalice96]

@BKD Vickers Exactly, the same goes for cars as well... Unfortunately no one takes responsibility for themselves, instead they file a lawsuit and win and more laws get written. Only question is, when does it stop? At the point its illegal to move without wearing bubble wrap?

[@wildbill23c]

How much did your Cub Cadet from 1967 cost? I bet when you factor in the inflation cost you'll find that your tractor cost about the same LOL. Those old Cub Cadets from the 60's and 70's are awesome....back when stuff was built to last...not sure the XT3 will last 10 years let alone 40+.

[@gittyupalice96]

@@wildbill23c I got it for $700 with a 48" cut deck, and dozer blade/snow plow with wheel weights and chains. Its also a manual transmission version. I love it, use it all year round for everything. ( on a side note my Craptsman tractor that cost more and is much newer, is sitting outside dead. )

[@wildbill23c]

@@gittyupalice96 Very nice score. I see just the tractors selling for $1,000+ without a deck or attachments quite often. Would love to have one someday.

[@rachelbudden684]

What would cause my tractor to steer hard.

[@wildbill23c]

tires low on air, steering components need greased, bent or damaged steering components.

[@pvt_mtbl9516]

I want one.

[@Dukemeistro]

You never did go over the pto in the front.

[@aall4570]

Everytime I see someone on a riding mower I think of Forrest Gump or Adam Sandler in the Waterboy -

[@donmckee90]

Why buy this when you can buy the husky with 24hp Kawasaki, k66 transmission & locking differential for $3500 ??????

[@rudedawg5087]

Yeah and when the frame bends try to get Husqy to wty it; read all the issues with their frame at MyTractorForum.

[@donmckee90]

@@rudedawg5087 if you're referring to the transmission mount tabs that would break on some earlier models that has already been addressed and re- engineered.

[@rudedawg5087]

I'm referring to the frame toward front end when folks tried to use an oem Husqy. scoop or even snow blowers. The frames can't handle that duty and are bending.

[@donmckee90]

@@rudedawg5087 Ok I see what you are referring to. The new TS--XD models have frame rail reinforcements on either side. I will admit that a c channel design is preferable to flat reinforcements. I may end up welding an additional angle to mine.

[@rudedawg5087]

@donmckee90 the reinforcement rails added were reported to not be long enough to keep frame from bending, again this is only what was reported by end users.

[@josephogushing417]

How much did $$

[@robertwhitley8188]

those stamped decks are junk thin gauge sheet metal you should of got the pre fabricated deck

[@standunitedorfall6394]

It's not sheet metal. I'll wager you own a craigslist mower.

[@jeffreydevoti8528]

Let them come by and lift it for you. I have a 104 IH Cub and that deck weighs 80 lbs.

[@pvt_mtbl9516]

Yup

[@andybub45]

@@standunitedorfall6394 Its very thin metal. John Deere uses thicker steel.

[@eugenecrabs3954]

Stamped is nicer looking, and it saves you some pennies. Plus, it makes more hummmmmmmmmmmm. It works the same as any other deck, just a bit thinner. If you take care of your machinery, the stamped should last forever!. I run a 2013 RZT 50 and to this day, it works the same as the day I first used it.

[@domlimited1264]

this tractor is excellent in a cemetery

[@danaevans3524]

We mow three country cemeteries and a park. I use a Toro 4000 series and a Country Clipper Z turn mowers. I use my Cub Cadet XT3 for my yard which is two acres. Works well.

[@domlimited1264]

@@danaevans3524 I use to use a gravely 2009 Gravely ZT 2348 Kubota gf1800 wheel horse c160 c165 craftsman lts1500 from 2009 toro twenty-one recycler push mowers from the late 1980's the property was about 5.5 acers with a few fields of grass surrounding I enjoyed working on that property I stepped down since I got covid was hospitalized for about four months back in 2021 I stepped down during the time of doing it I do different patterns different striping it was never a dull moment

[@slidingdoor9055]

Not a ground engaging garden tractor just a lawn garden tractor. Have to watch the Russian videos and make my own garden tractor. The west has really gone backwards.

[@scipio6130]

Approximate cost?

[@bobe8009]

$5000.00

[@bobe8009]

Deck not included in that price

[@alexmelia8873]

WOW!

[@kirkwelch586]

Bob E Yea, that's almost a No-Go on this tractor. Its general purpose is to mow but they don't include a mowing deck with the tractor. For 5K that's a bit much. I've got a Cub LTX1040 I bought in 2011 for around $1800 which included the deck. It's starting to use oil and I use it to pull a variety of implements including a 36" DR Power Roto Hog tiller. The salesman at CD asked if I'd blown my transmission yet, lol. Told him no, it bogs down more mowing than tilling. For the price I'll probably go with the XT 2 model when I replace the 1040 although I like a lot of the features of the XT 3 like the sahft drive. Still not a fan of hydrostatic transmissions.

[@MarioVelazquez509]

Kirk Welch well this is a Garden Tractor notba disposible piece of crap from Home Depot

[@mikerowland1701]

Should’ve got the fabricated deck man....

[@eugenecrabs3954]

Stamped is nicer looking, and it saves you some pennies. Plus, it makes more hummmmmmmmmmmm

[@wildbill23c]

I agree. I wish I could have got the fabricated deck for my XT1 42"...I think I could get one and put on it though, looks like the mounting locations are exactly the same, wonder if I could throw a 48" fabricated deck on my XT1....Hmm got me thinking now....I like the heavier duty decks, these stamped decks are extremely thin and cheaply made.

[@gabrielgoot4281]

WEL MY PAPAW HAS A CUBCADET STEERING WHEEL MOWER

[@pvt_mtbl9516]

Wierd flex but ok. All non zero turn mowers have a steering wheel you stupid fuck.

[@conner5611]

@@pvt_mtbl9516 I believe he's talking about the zero turn with a steering wheel

[@pvt_mtbl9516]

@@conner5611 I don't think so

[@conner5611]

@@pvt_mtbl9516 well idk I was just saying 🤷‍♂️

[@Bman01234]

I’d go with a deere instead

[@kylerbeene6133]

1000$ more bud

[@Bman01234]

@@kylerbeene6133 well worth it

[@andybub45]

This is meerly a fancy troy bilt. Other than some of the fancy gimmicks, the frame and materials are the same low quality junk you will find on every MTD product.

[@wildbill23c]

None of the Troy Bilts are shaft drive, and none of them have a diff lock either....all the Troy Bilt models are XT1 and XT2 lawn tractors....the XT3-GSX is a garden tractor...its got the added weight and strength to do garden/ground engaging attachment work that the light weight lawn tractors aren't capable of doing, at least not doing well, if at all. Wish I would have purchased an XT3-GSX instead of the XT1....lots of stuff the XT1 just don't have the weight to handle.

[@martyolszowy9943]

How Much ?

[@keithcook4537]

Over 4K

[@toobglued]

what about the husky ts354 /48 less money by at least 1000 dollhairs

[@rudedawg5087]

Read the reviews @ MyTractorForum about the frame bending that Husqy will not wty.

[@toobglued]

i noticed the unit on the dealer floor and the wheel alignment and steering wheel was crooked as someone’s eyes who just got kicked by a horse! he said they have to have toe in! I was thinking is was as bs. totally pigeon toed looked terrible.

[@andybub45]

Get a Deere instead

[@markiskool]

And this is why I did not buy a cub. Way too over engineered. Bought a Husqvarna instead.

[@vikp6115]

For that money I'll get John Deere x500 series way better tractor

[@gabrielgoot4281]

HEY DON'T YELL AT YOUNGER ME OK! AND WHY WHOULD I SAY THAT MY MOWER HAS ZERO TURN!

[@TheRockmart]

sounds expensive

[@frothe42]

It is.

[@trucks_n_tractors_6335]

They are about 5,000

[@Mr_Clean]

Ahhh so you only have to do all that reverse nonsense one time

[@paulciaburri6110]

overpriced MTD tractor I should have never purchased aCub Cadet!!!

[@smyers820gm]

why? have you had problems?

[@justachristiansoldier9609]

smyers820gm I am waiting for that response too.

[@toddbankert5309]

Me too I really like mine

[@rudedawg5087]

What model did you buy, the box store XT1? My old shaft drive Cub 2166 is still going strong @ 16 yrs old.

[@wildbill23c]

I have an XT1 18HP 42" model, it does a great job mowing, and runs my 42" 3 stage snow blower just fine as well...sounds like the OP just has no idea why he posted what he did as he's never responded. If I had the money I would have got the XT3 GSX...after watching this complete review it reminds me of the robust heavy built garden tractors of years ago. My old Craftsman GT-18 with the 44" mowing deck cut 2 acres of pasture grass for 21 years before the old twin cylinder 18HP Briggs & Stratton engine came apart...wish I would have replaced the engine, but now that I've got the XT1 I have no issues. I initially replaced the old Craftsman GT with a newer Craftsman YT4000...that thing was a pile of junk, always had issues getting it started, would randomly shut itself off and not restart till it cooled down completely, seemed to really lack power for supposedly being a 24HP twin cylinder engine, it had less power than the old 18HP engine did.