Buying a new Cub cadet. So many options

[CubbaCudet]

My 2010 Cub Cadet SLTX-1050 has officially kicked the bucket.
Model # 13WQ92AP010
Kohler engine SV730

I have replaced nearly 80% of the original parts to keep it going this long. Got many good years out of it but it's time for something new.

1. I need something robust that can cut a yard that is up to 3 acres.
2. Is robust enough for plowing snow in winter (SLTX-1050 was a champ!)
3. Don't need bells and whistles, but comfort is important in old age.
4. Can tow heavy loads with an attached 2-wheeled cart.
5. The wider the cutting deck the better. SLTX-1050 was 50".
6. A transmission that can handle moderate hills without overheating.

Reviewing this site for days, I've concluded the XT2 GX54D model would be a good fit but I think it's discontinued. Based on expert opinions in here, are their models that replaced the XT2 GX54D which have similar/same specifications? Suggested other models?

A friend told me dont get the SLX 50 if I'll be pulling a 2-wheeled cart behind it filled with wood or pushing snow because it'll blow the transmission, and to find one that uses the K58 or K62 transmission. Would the XT2 GX50 with the K58 transmission be sufficient?


Thank you

[ol'George]

Have you considered something more heavy duty like Kubota or john deere?
Today,
MTD makes average homeowner equipment, not compact utility tractors, which
sounds like what you are looking for.

[Sergeant]

Originally Posted by CubbaCudet

My 2010 Cub Cadet SLTX-1050 has officially kicked the bucket.
Model # 13WQ92AP010
Kohler engine SV730

I have replaced nearly 80% of the original parts to keep it going this long. Got many good years out of it but it's time for something new.

1. I need something robust that can cut a yard that is up to 3 acres.
2. Is robust enough for plowing snow in winter (SLTX-1050 was a champ!)
3. Don't need bells and whistles, but comfort is important in old age.
4. Can tow heavy loads with an attached 2-wheeled cart.
5. The wider the cutting deck the better. SLTX-1050 was 50".
6. A transmission that can handle moderate hills without overheating.

Reviewing this site for days, I've concluded the XT2 GX54D model would be a good fit but I think it's discontinued. Based on expert opinions in here, are their models that replaced the XT2 GX54D which have similar/same specifications? Suggested other models?

A friend told me dont get the SLX 50 if I'll be pulling a 2-wheeled cart behind it filled with wood or pushing snow because it'll blow the transmission, and to find one that uses the K58 or K62 transmission. Would the XT2 GX50 with the K58 transmission be sufficient?


Thank you

It's the XT2 GX50 that has been discontinued Not the XT2 GX54D

[Road_Clam]

Ive had my 54D for about a year. Very much meets my needs and expectations. If your thinking about moving snow or your property has hills you definitely should go with the 54D as it has the manual differential lock which will be mandatory for moving heavy snow. Ive done several functional upgrades that makes a great LT even better.

[CubbaCudet]

Originally Posted by ol'George

Have you considered something more heavy duty like Kubota or john deere?
Today,
MTD makes average homeowner equipment, not compact utility tractors, which
sounds like what you are looking for.

Is this a test to test loyalty to Cub Cadets?

[CubbaCudet]

Originally Posted by Road_Clam

Ive had my 54D for about a year. Very much meets my needs and expectations. If your thinking about moving snow or your property has hills you definitely should go with the 54D as it has the manual differential lock which will be mandatory for moving heavy snow. Ive done several functional upgrades that makes a great LT even better.

Upgrades? Do tell!

[CubbaCudet]

Originally Posted by Sergeant

It's the XT2 GX50 that has been discontinued Not the XT2 GX54D

Thank you. I was hoping that was the case

I think the GX54D has the Kohler engine instead of the Kawasaki. Is that something to be worried about?

[Sergeant]

Originally Posted by CubbaCudet

Thank you. I was hoping that was the case

I think the GX54D has the Kohler engine instead of the Kawasaki. Is that something to be worried about?

Not really. My friend's 2017 XT2 GX 54D has over 3000 hours with a Kohler engine. The only engine issue he had was an oil drain, which Kohler updated and fixed through a recall, and the current Kohlers have the corrected oil drain.

If You want a Kawasaki version You can get it here https://www.craftsman.com/en-us/prod...ing-lawn-mower either at an Ace Hardware or a Lowes store

[CubDieselFan]

Originally Posted by Sergeant

Not really. My friend's 2017 XT2 GX 54D has over 3000 hours with a Kohler engine.

Wow, that is a lot of hours in a short amount of time. How many acres does mow with it?