2027 Cub Cadet PRO Z 972L EFI

The Cub Cadet® PRO Z 972 L EFI 72-in. 38.5 HP* Commercial Zero-Turn Lawn Mower With EFI Engine features a triple 7-gauge fabricated steel cutting deck with top, bottom and side reinforcements. Equipped with maintenance-free spindles and pulleys to deliver peak performance with limited downtime. Hydro-gear transmissions engineered for quick ground speeds and smooth handling.

• 38.5 HP Kawasaki FX1000v (999cc) EFI engine and 16cc Hydro-Gear 5400 transmission
• 72” triple-7-gauge fabricated steel cutting deck with top, bottom and side reinforcements
• 3-Year / no hour limit warranty and/or 5-Year 1,200 hour warranty

Features May Include: 

Less Maintenance, Less Downtime

• Maintenance-free spindles and pulleys deliver peak performance with limited downtime.

Decks Built to Last

• Tackle the toughest conditions with a triple-7-gauge steel cutting deck: a 7-gauge deck shell with 7-gauge top and bottom reinforcements.

Nationwide Support

• 3-year, no-hour-limit commercial warranty and/or 5-Year 1,200 Hour Residential warranty and a nationwide network of Cub Cadet dealers.

Control Your Own Way.

• Whether you prefer our custom lap bar designs or our innovative steering options, the PRO Z lineup offers you great control to match your crew’s needs.

Options:

Engine

• Engine Brand: Kawasaki®

• Engine Model: FX Series EFI

• Engine Model Number: 1000V

• Engine Displacement: 999cc

• Engine Output: 38.5HP

• Fuel Tank Capacity: Dual 7.45 gal. US (28.2 L)

• Cylinders: Twin

• Engine Start: Ignition Key

• Engine Oil Capacity: 2.0 qt. US (1.89 L)

• Lubrication: Fully pressurized

• Charging System: 15 amp regulated

• Choke: Auto Choke / EFI

• Air Filter: High Density

• Oil Filter: Yes

• Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

Drive System

• Transmission: 16cc Hydro-Gear 5400

• Forward Speed: 12 mph / 19.3 km/h

• Reverse Speed: 6 mph / 9.5 km/h

Cutting Deck

• Deck Cutting Width: 72 in

• Deck Material: Fabricated 7ga. (.187”) steel shell

• Deck Engagement (PTO): Electronic fingertip engagement PTO

• Deck Construction: 7ga. top plate 7ga. bottom reinforcement ¼” rolled leading edge

• Spindle Construction: 8" sealed cast aluminum housing (maintenance-free)

• Blade(s): Triple-blade / High-lift blade (standard) Marbain Blade

• Cutting Height Range: 1” to 5” in 1/4” increments

• Anti-Scalping: 4 front deck gauge wheels

• Deck Positions: Foot pedal with spring assist 16 Positions

Chassis

• Frame: Fully welded, full-length 3/8 x 5" laser cut steel / integrated tie-down slots

• Front Axle: 2" x 3" solid axle tube with ISO dampening suspension

• ROPS: 2" x 2" spring-latch tool-less foldable 3 position

• Bumper: 5/16" Thick Steel rear engine guard/pre-drilled mounting points for attachments with integrated rear hitch

• Front Caster Yokes: 1/2" thick steel front yokes

Controls

• Cruise Control: NA

• Brakes: Hand-operated

• Steering Control: High Performance & Speed Control

Comfort

• Seat Type: Cushion with seat belt

• Armrests: Padded arm rests

• Seat Suspension: High-back Air-Ride suspension with EVC cushion, ISO mounted base (lateral suspension)

• Seat Adjustment: Angle back adjust and lumbar support

Wheels

• Rear Tires: 24"x12"-12"

• Front Tires: 13.5"x6"-6" Reliance Carlisle run flat

• Tire Tread: Turf Tread

Additional Specifications

• Hour Meter: Crew Boss

• Discharge Chute: High-density, impact-resistant rubber

• Cup Holder: Intergrated into Side Pod

• Model Number: 53TLHUTYA50