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WHAT IS THE RIGHT DECK SIZE FOR MY RIDING MOWER?

Cub Cadet® riding mower deck sizes range from 117cm (42") to 137cm (54") and the correct deck size greatly depends on the amount of lawn to be mowed. The information below will help you choose the right deck size for your needs.
       

RIDING MOWER DECK SIZE COMPARED TO YARD SIZE
1/2 - 1 Acre The 117cm (42") deck would be appropriate
1 - 2 Acres The 117cm (42") deck would be sufficient
2 - 3 Acres The 127cm (50") or 137cm (54") deck would get the job done quicker
   

RIDING MOWER DECK SIZE AND TIME SAVINGS

Homeowners with larger lawns may benefit from stepping up in deck size to reduce mowing time.

Deck Size

Benefit

  

Cutting Time (2 acres)
117cm (42") Deck ---   2 hrs.
127cm (50") Deck 17% faster than a 117cm (42") deck
1 hr. 40 min.
137cm (54") Deck 24% faster than a 117cm (42") deck
1 hr. 30 min.
Please note:  This is simply a guide and not a report on product performance
 

 

Measurement for proper quoting:

ACRES

-vs-

SQUARE FEET

1/4 Acre    10,890 square feet
  1/2 Acre
    21,780 square feet

3/4 Acre
    32,670 square feet

1 Acre
    43,560 square feet

 

      

Thickness of steel:

GAUGE

-vs-

MILLIMETRES THICK
  13 ga.   2.4mm (0.089")
  12 ga.   2.6mm (0.104")
  11 ga.   3.0mm (0.119")

10 ga.   34mm (0.134")
  9 ga.   38mm (0.149")
  8 ga.   42mm (0.164")
  7 ga.   45mm (0.179")
  6 ga.   52mm (0.203")
     
For more information about finding the right lawn tractor or riding lawn mower, contact a dealer in your area.