Cub Cadet
Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50
$3749Cheaper
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Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 vs Husqvarna Z254F
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 is cheaper at $3749. Every spec and price links to its source.
Husqvarna
Husqvarna Z254F
$3999
Which is better: the Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 or Husqvarna Z254F?
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 | Husqvarna Z254F |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $3749 | $3999 |
| Brand | Cub Cadet | Husqvarna |
| Released | — | — |
| Deck width (in) | 50 | 54 |
| Engine brand | Kawasaki FR691V | Kawasaki FR Series |
| Engine displacement cc | 726 | — |
| Engine hp | 23 | 24 |
| Top speed mph | 7 | 6.5 |
| Transmission type | Hydro-Gear EZT 2200 | Hydro-Gear Hydrostatic |
| Deck construction | fabricated | fabricated |
| Fuel capacity gal | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Cutting height range (in) | 1 to 4.5 | 1.5 to 4 |
| Weight (lb) | — | 590 |
| Warranty years | 3 | 3 |
Sources — Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50: cubcadet.com (verified 2026-07-11). Husqvarna Z254F: husqvarna.com (verified 2026-07-11).
What's the difference between the Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 and Husqvarna Z254F?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (6 of 11). Matching specs are omitted.
- Deck width (in): Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 50 vs Husqvarna Z254F 54
- Engine brand: Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 Kawasaki FR691V vs Husqvarna Z254F Kawasaki FR Series
- Engine hp: Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 23 vs Husqvarna Z254F 24
- Top speed mph: Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 7 vs Husqvarna Z254F 6.5
- Transmission type: Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 Hydro-Gear EZT 2200 vs Husqvarna Z254F Hydro-Gear Hydrostatic
- Cutting height range (in): Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 1 to 4.5 vs Husqvarna Z254F 1.5 to 4