Cub Cadet
Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50
$3749Cheaper
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Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 vs Gravely ZT XL 52"
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 is cheaper at $3749. Every spec and price links to its source.
Gravely
Gravely ZT XL 52"
$5699
Which is better: the Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 or Gravely ZT XL 52"?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 is the cheaper at $3749.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec |  Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 |  Gravely ZT XL 52" |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $3749 | $5699 |
| Brand | Cub Cadet | Gravely |
| Released | — | — |
| Deck width (in) | 50 | 52 |
| Engine brand | Kawasaki FR691V | Kawasaki FR691V |
| Engine displacement (cc) | 726 | 726 |
| Engine (hp) | 23 | 23 |
| Top speed (mph) | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission type | Hydro-Gear EZT 2200 | Hydro-Gear ZT-2800 |
| Deck construction | fabricated | fabricated |
| Fuel capacity (gal) | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Cutting height range (in) | 1 to 4.5 | 1.5 to 4.5 |
| Weight (lb) | — | — |
| Warranty years | 3 | 4 |
Sources — Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50: cubcadet.com (verified 2026-07-11). Gravely ZT XL 52": gravely.com (verified 2026-07-11).
What's the difference between the Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 and Gravely ZT XL 52"?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 11). Matching specs are omitted.
- Deck width (in): Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 50 vs Gravely ZT XL 52" 52
- Transmission type: Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 Hydro-Gear EZT 2200 vs Gravely ZT XL 52" Hydro-Gear ZT-2800
- Cutting height range (in): Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 1 to 4.5 vs Gravely ZT XL 52" 1.5 to 4.5
- Warranty years: Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 3 vs Gravely ZT XL 52" 4