VALLEY CITY, Ohio — Cub Cadet is announcing a renewed commitment to the professional market. Led by the completely redesigned PRO Z Series, Cub Cadet is launching its strongest commercial zero-turn mower line-up designed for professionals.

Professionals will be able to experience the PRO Z Series for the first time when Cub Cadet publicly unveils the new line up at the GIE+Expo in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 20-21. Attendees are encouraged to visit the Cub Cadet booth and outdoor showcase area to test-drive the product, talk to product engineers and hear from landscapers who were part of the testing process.

In developing the PRO Z Series, Cub Cadet went back to the drawing board. This meant questioning everything from the front-end construction to the placement of user controls to the cutting deck.

Cub Cadet enlisted 100 landscapers who put the new products through rigorous real-world testing during the heat of the season. After 16 weeks and thousands of hours of professional validation testing, their feedback was incorporated into the final product design. Every element of the PRO Z Series had to apply for its job by showcasing the strength and functionality needed for daily use by professionals. Each element on the machines was reviewed, analyzed and tested before making it into the PRO Z line up.

The consistent themes from professionals who tested the new product line were the positive impressions about the power, comfort, quality of cut and maneuverability— especially on slopes. Not only did the PRO Z provide an easy ride, it helped prevent “scalping” of the lawn on uneven terrain.

The lineup consists of the PRO Z 100, PRO Z 500, PRO Z 700 and PRO Z 900 Series designed to meet the specific needs of different sized landscape crews. Cub Cadet’s most reliable line of PRO Z commercial zero-turn mowers provides more strength, performance and comfort than ever.  

The industry’s only triple-7-gauge deck features three layers of 7-gauge steel, plus 1/4-inch leading edge and 5/16-inch side reinforcements. The full length, laser cut steel frame, the 5/16-inch steel rear bumper and the cutting deck are protected with e-coating — a precise, multi-stage process that provides automotive-grade corrosion defense.

High-torque Parker transmissions are paired with high-horsepower commercial-grade Kawasaki engines to provide optimal and consistent blade tip speed. The PRO Z Series powers through the thickest grass in one pass at maximum speeds. Productivity-enhancing features optimize rear weight distribution, including pre-drilled mounting points for attachments and smart fuel pod placement. The steering wheel zero-turn option with four-wheel control increases hillside stability and maximizes job efficiency.

Experience a smooth ride all day long with the enhanced comfort features of the PRO Z Series. High-back suspension seats with lumbar support and padded armrests come standard. The PRO Z 700 and 900 Series absorb impact on rough terrain with an industry-leading pivoting front axle dampening system, a vibration isolating foot pan and four seat isolators. The PRO Z 900’s exclusive air-ride seat has customizable seat firmness and additional controls for the perfect fit.  

Cub Cadet’s PRO Z Series is designed to fit the needs of any crew, featuring pre-drilled mounting points and fitting locations for an array of attachments, such as:

  • Electric PTO drive bagging system
  • Triple bag or clam shell bagging systems
  • Remote deck discharge block-off
  • Deck mounted striping roller kit
  • Electronic powered deck lift
  • 72” snow blade and tire chains
  • 12V outlet and light kit 
  • Mulch kit

Cub Cadet will be at booth 5116 and in the outdoor showcase at GIE+Expo.

About Cub Cadet

Established in 1961, Cub Cadet engineers, designs and builds outdoor power equipment using the highest quality components sourced locally and globally. Through a dedicated and extensive network of dealers and retailers, Cub Cadet delivers a full line of high performance power equipment and services that cover all aspects of grounds care for professionals and homeowners – including four-wheel steer zero-turn riders; lap bar zero-turn riders; utility vehicles; lawn and garden tractors, lithium ion- and gasoline-powered handheld and chore products; snow throwers and more.  Based in Valley City, Ohio, Cub Cadet is recognized worldwide for its legacy in engineering excellence and its progressive dedication to exceeding owner expectations by delivering on its promise of better products, a better experience and better results.  For more information on all Cub Cadet products, visit www.CubCadet.com.