Kawasaki® Power
The Ultimate Mowing Experience from Cub Cadet® is powered by a reliable 21.5 HP 726cc Kawasaki® FR Series V-twin engine.
⚡ Model #17BIEAEE010 · Ultima Series™
42-Inch AeroForce™ Deck. 21.5HP Kawasaki® Twin.
4.8· 69 verified owner reviews
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- 21.5HP Kawasaki® FR Series twin
- 42-in AeroForce™ fabricated deck
- Dual Hydro-Gear® EZT 2200 · 7 MPH
- 2" x 2" tubular frame · cast iron axle
- LED light bar · step-assist · ergo grips · 3-yr warranty
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The Z2 42 In The Field
Product Features
Built To Cut Faster
AeroForce™ Fabricated Deck
An AeroForce™ welded, heavy-duty fabricated deck delivers a signature cut with few clumps and stragglers, fine clippings and evenness.
2x2 Tubular Steel Frame
Protect against wear and tear with a continuous, 2x2 tubular steel frame designed to withstand heavy loads and provide stability on rough, uneven terrain.
Smooth Dual-Hydro Drive
Dual hydrostatic transmissions are designed to eliminate shifting and allow for quick and easy 7 MPH forward (3.5 MPH reverse) ground speeds for a smooth drive.
20-in. High-Back Luxury Seat
Mow comfortably with a luxury-styled 20-in. high-back seat bolstered using a custom foam designed to minimize vibration.
LED Light Bar
Illuminate your path with a front LED bar built to be 4x as bright. Engineered for ultimate vision to help see hidden obstacles like tree roots, branches and rocks in low light.
Offset Front Axle
Trim with precision thanks to an offset front axle designed to deliver a quality cut.
Turf Armor™ Tires
Tackle wet, uneven terrain in style with an aggressive tire tread designed to deliver reliable traction and minimize turfing.
Ergonomic Hand Grips
Comfortably control your zero-turn with overmolded rubber hand grips designed to minimize vibration.
Step-Assist
Climb aboard your zero-turn with a step assist that provides a stable and secure foothold.
Strong Warranty
Backed by a 3-year no-hour-limit warranty, plus a lifetime limited frame and deck shell warranty.
Technical Specs
Specifications
- Engine Brand
- Kawasaki®
- Engine Model
- FR Series
- Engine Model Number
- 651V
- Engine Displacement
- 726cc
- Engine Output
- 21.5HP
- Starter Type
- Electric
- Fuel Tank Capacity
- 3.5 gal. US (13.25 L)
- Cylinders
- Twin
- Engine Start
- Ignition Key
- Engine Oil Capacity
- 1.8 qts. US (1.7 L)
Dealer Delivery
Your local Cub Cadet dealer services your mower — fluids, battery, tire pressures, warranty registration — and delivers it fully assembled and ready to mow.
3-Year Warranty
3-year unlimited hours residential · lifetime limited frame · lifetime limited fabricated deck shell.
Owner Reviews
From Real Z2 42 Owners
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Jen L
Kendall Park, NJ
May 25, 2026
Operates Smoothly
Easy to operate, cuts clean and leaves the grass looking like a professional company cut it. Use to take me 2 hours to cut the backyard and another hour to cut the front with my old push mower, those days are long gone. Extremely happy with my purchase.
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MIke247
MI
May 12, 2026
Great mowerso far, poor design on levers
I bought a Z2 42 just over a week ago. I have about 2 hours on it and I love it. Good engine and have no issues other than one. When putting the levers back in "home" position extended out they rub and scratch the paint. Unless you stop every time and ensure the levers are exactly in neutral, they will do this. I stopped at the dealer I bought it from to see if there was an adjustment, but they said no and that it is most likely a design flaw. I know it's not that big a deal, but it is scratched to metal and will eventually rust. Hoping to hear from Cub Cadet.
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Mr Jimmie
Missouri
Apr 5, 2026
Great ZTR Quality!
This machine is a great value! Has many included features that other mowers in class charge extra for. This ZT 42 is very comparable to the Hustler Fastrak I had back in 2018. Kawasaki engine is strong and solid!
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COREYB
Aug 20, 2026
This mower is great. The product quality is top notch and it cuts very well. I have an even cut yard again! The Kawasaki engine is super str
This mower is great. The product quality is top notch and it cuts very well. I have an even cut yard again! The Kawasaki engine is super strong and doesn't bog down in tall grass. I recommend getting the mulch kit. It throws grass into your neighbor's yard!
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RICHARD
Aug 12, 2026
Delivery driver was excellent and communicated well with me
Delivery driver was excellent and communicated well with me
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RUSTTY
Aug 12, 2026
Handles steep hills well
Handles steep hills well
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21.5HP Kawasaki® twin, 42-inch AeroForce™ fabricated deck and dual Hydro-Gear® drives at 7 MPH. The Z2 42 is built to cut your mowing time in half.
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