Cub Cadet
Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50
$3749Cheaper
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Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 vs Hustler Raptor XD 54"
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 is cheaper at $3749. Every spec and price links to its source.
Hustler
Hustler Raptor XD 54"
$6049
Released 2026
Which is better: the Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 or Hustler Raptor XD 54"?
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 | Hustler Raptor XD 54" |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $3749 | $6049 |
| Brand | Cub Cadet | Hustler |
| Released | — | 2026 |
| Deck width (in) | 50 | 54 |
| Engine brand | Kawasaki FR691V | Kawasaki FR730 |
| Engine displacement cc | 726 | 726 |
| Engine hp | 23 | 23 |
| Top speed mph | 7 | 7.5 |
| Transmission type | Hydro-Gear EZT 2200 | Tuff Torq TZ350 |
| 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) | — | 673 |
| Warranty years | 3 | 3 |
Sources — Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50: cubcadet.com (verified 2026-07-11). Hustler Raptor XD 54": hustlerturf.com (verified 2026-07-11).
What's the difference between the Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 and Hustler Raptor XD 54"?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 11). Matching specs are omitted.
- Deck width (in): Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 50 vs Hustler Raptor XD 54" 54
- Engine brand: Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 Kawasaki FR691V vs Hustler Raptor XD 54" Kawasaki FR730
- Top speed mph: Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 7 vs Hustler Raptor XD 54" 7.5
- Transmission type: Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 Hydro-Gear EZT 2200 vs Hustler Raptor XD 54" Tuff Torq TZ350
- Cutting height range (in): Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50 1 to 4.5 vs Hustler Raptor XD 54" 1.5 to 4.5