Not only does Cub Cadet offer excellent quality machines at great price points, but they also carry both electric and gas-powered mowers. Cub Cadet’s gas-powered riding mowers are powerful enough for those with large yards and fields. On the other hand, electric Cub Cadet Riding Mowers offer a battery-powered function, which means a quieter ride with zero emissions.

To decide on the best option, consider the area you’ll need to cover and the cost of gas versus electricity. Regardless of the version you choose, Cub Cadet mowers come with a best-in-class three-year, unlimited-hour warranty.

What is a Cub Cadet Riding Mower?

Cub Cadet is an American company that manufactures and sells outdoor power equipment, including riding mowers. Currently, there are three Cub Cadet Riding Mowers types: lawn and garden tractors, zero-turn mowers and electric riding mowers.

Lawn and garden tractors are the highest-powered versions of riding mowers that Cub Cadet offers. They’re best for larger areas and come with various attachments and accessories for year-round versatility and utility.

Zero-turn riding mowers allow users to get mowing jobs done 50% faster and are engineered to handle a range of terrains. They can cover up to five acres, with steering wheel options that make the user experience easier.

Electric riding mowers offer the same powerful performance with zero emissions, thanks to a powerful and convenient lithium-ion battery. The absence of a gas engine makes these machines some of the quietest on the market.

How to Use a Cub Cadet Riding Mower

Cub Cadet Riding Mowers come in gas and electric versions, meaning you will either need to charge the batteries or fill the tank with gas before using it for the first time. Electric model batteries are fully charged in four hours and last up to one and a half hours or up to two acres. On average, gas-powered Cub Cadet Riding Mowers use about three gallons of gas for every 2 hours of use.

As with any new machinery, it’s essential to  thoroughly read the user manual before use. To help you learn how to use your Cub Cadet riding mower, we recommend viewing the instructional videos and troubleshooting tips on the Cub Cadet website.

Here are the stats on some of their most popular models that will help you decide which machine is right for your job:

Cub Cadet Electric Mini Riding Mower

The Cub Cadet Electric Mini Riding Mower has a powerful 56-volt max lithium-ion battery that can be charged using a standard 110-Volt outlet. The battery lets you mow up to one acre (or for one hour) on a single charge without power fade, and it recharges in about four hours. As with all electric machines, there’s no need for oil, filer or spark plug changes (which can become costly).

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Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Riding Mower

Cub Cadet’s gas-powered Zero-Turn Riding Mower has a premium 23-horsepower twin-cylinder OHV engine, which boasts commercial-grade power to meet the toughest demands. The dual-hydrostatic transmissions allow for a quick 7 mph forward (or 3.5 mph reverse) ground speed that leaves your lawn with a professional-quality finish. Its 50-inch AeroForce fabricated deck delivers a signature cut with fewer clumps, finer clippings and increased evenness.

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Cub Cadet Enduro Lawn and Garden Tractor

The Cub Cadet Enduro Series Lawn and Garden Tractor has a gas-powered, 23-horsepower Kohler 7000 Series twin-cylinder engine. It features a 46-inch stamped, 12-gauge twin-blade deck with 12 cutting positions. It also has an optimized steering system for responsive handling and a 16-inch turn radius with a zero-turn feel.

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The Best Cub Cadet Riding Mower Reviews

Five-star reviewer Clark R. says assembly of his Cub Cadet XT1 Enduro Gas Powered Riding Lawn Mower was “straightforward and painless.”

“After checking all fluids, pins, etc, some gas and fired right up,” he writes. “What use to take over an hour with the old 30 inch cutter now takes 20 minutes with far less gas consumption.”

J. Blair is on his second Cub Cadet Riding Mower (a CC30E Electric Mini Riding Mower) and says, “Cub Cadet never has disappointed. This is my second cub cadet tractor, and I believe there isn’t a better one out there.”

When it comes to using the electric version, Maeck Dude says, “The Cub [CC30E Electric] mini is amazing. It mows like a champ, even the thick stuff. The mulcher works like a charm, and the electric motor is easy to clean and lasts over an hour. I would highly recommend it for towing stuff as well. It will not mow steep hills and tends to want to slide on a steep slope but it’s really a marvel I’m so impressed with the quality of the machine.”

Where to Buy a Cub Cadet Riding Mower

You can buy a Cub Cadet Riding Mower directly from the company’s webpage, or from Walmart.

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LG Electronics Revamped Residential HVAC Portfolio

One of the most exciting things to hit the residential construction market is LG Electronics’ revamped HVAC portfolio. The brand is focused on electrification and efficiency, utilizing heat pumps, inverter technology and innovative air quality solutions.

There are plenty of products to look forward to with this revamped line from LG. There’s the Inverter Heat Pump Water Heater, which provides an efficient alternative to gas or electric heaters. The Art Cool Mirror also uses inverter technology. It requires little maintenance and is easy to install, unlike routing ducting.

The new portfolio includes other HVAC products like the Heat Pump Multi F Max with LGRED, a split unit that can handle up to eight indoor units, as well as the Multi V S and Vertical Air Handler. These options offer traditional and non-traditional approaches to HVAC.

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Jet Vortex Cone Dust Collector

The Jet Vortex Cone is quite popular, as evidenced by its stellar dust collection reviews. But what gives it an edge over the others? A two-horsepower motor, and vortex cone technology that guarantees continuous, systematic air movement. This feature allows for better chip separation, less clogging of the filter and increased packing efficiency of the collector bag.

It takes a single-stage design approach, adding the separation efficiency of a two-stage dust collection system while still keeping the operation quiet. This machine also features a fully enclosed, fan-cooled two-horsepower motor with continuous duty, meaning there’s more than enough horsepower to make sure you’re getting efficient air movement.

The Jet Vortex boasts a collection capacity of 5.3 cubic feet, and the 1,200 cfm (cubic feet per minute) stands up to its competitors. Collection bags have a sewn-in snap ring for fast and easy installation and removal. Its dual four-inch dust ports allow you to connect two machines at the same time—perfect for any workshop.

Pros

• Fan-cooled motor enables continuous usage
• Quick connect bag system
• Strong steel construction
• Four swivel casters

Cons

• Bulky
• On the heavier side

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For those of you who work outside in winter you know how miserable it is to have cold feet. Being on your feet all day is tough enough without the pain of cold toes. Here is the last of three OSHA-approved boots we tried that are designed to keep you warm, dry and comfortable on winter days.

If you want happy feet at the end of a long day check out this latest offering from Carhartt. For more details on these great boots and where to buy them, click the “shop now” link below.

Also, be sure to check out our reviews of the first two pairs of boots to compare and contrast the features and fit.

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Our friends at Family Handyman have been busy restoring this vintage 1972 Avion Trailer. I know a lot of you are probably pulling a trailer from job to job. So today, I’d like to share some of the products the Family Handyman crew used on their project so you, too, can have an ultimate trailer. See Marty Dyck’s take on these trailer products in the following video, then read on for additional details and to find out where to buy them.

This week on Stuff We Love, Marty Dyck shares three framing hammers that each bring something different to the table. They include a demolition-ready steel hammer from Estwing, an old-fashioned wood-handled variety from Milwaukee Tool and a sleek, powerful hammer from Stiletto.

To find out what Marty loves about these tools, watch the video below. To learn more about each individual product and to find out where you can buy them online, keep reading.

This week on Stuff We Love, Marty Dyck puts the spotlight on three tools that all woodworkers should have around their workshop. These include an upgrade to your trusty tape measure, a portable band saw, and clipping corner clamps that makes constructing corners easier for both beginner and expert woodworkers.

To find out what Marty loves about these innovative products, watch the video above.

In this episode of Stuff We Love, host Marty Dyck shares a collection of tools and gear that pros should always keep in their truck. There are a lot of things you can run across on the road, both literally and figuratively, and it pays to be prepared.

On this week’s edition of Stuff We Love, Marty Dyck takes a look at two unique products that both bring the heat to the jobsite. The dynamic duo includes a quick-heating heat gun from RIDGID and a portable jobsite coffee maker from Makita.

To find out what Marty loves about these heating products, watch the video above.

Stuff We Love: Tool Bags

On this week’s edition of Stuff We Love, Marty Dyck get his hands on four tools with a variety of applications and uses. They include a couple of sturdy and dependable re-designed welding pliers, a nifty trimming tool, and a small but powerful pull saw.

To find out what Marty loves about these innovative products, watch the video above.

One of Our Favorite Routers and Some Must-Have Accessories

This week on Stuff We Love, Marty Dyck spotlights one of our favorite palm routers and shares a couple of accessories that will really unlock the tool’s full potential.

To find out what Marty loves about this router and its essential accessories, watch the video below. To learn more about each individual product and find out where you can buy them online, keep reading.

Plumbing gear for modern pros

This week on Stuff We Love, Marty Dyck takes a look at three plumping products that every modern plumbing professional should definitely know about.  They include a time-saving drill attachment for cleaning out pipe fittings, a dependable drain snake from Milwaukee Tool, and a top-tier toilet upgrade.

To find out what Marty loves about these innovative products, watch the video below. To learn more about each individual product and find out where you can buy them online, keep reading.

The DEWALT FLEXVOLT 60-Volt MAX Lithium-Ion Cordless Brushless 1/2 in. Stud and Joist Drill is a heavy-duty cordless drill made for quickly punching through studs and joists. The drill has two variable speed settings, maxing out at 1250 RPM’s. That makes its top speed just 50 RPM’s less than DEWALT’s corded Stud and Joist Drill.

It is a bit on the heavy side, so unless you have a lot of upper-body strength, it’s probably not the best tool if you need to drill a lot of holes in a ceiling. Electricians and plumbers who do a lot of rough-in work and are tired of cords and power convertors should definitely check out this drill.

This drill has two variable speed ranges, operating at either 0-300 RPM’s or 0-1250 RPM’s depending on the application. At top speed, the drill will knock through framing lumber surprisingly easily. We used it to build a set here in our studio and found that it made clean holes in all types of lumber.

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This week, Stuff We Love puts the spotlight on three tools that all woodworkers should have around their workshop. These include an upgrade to your trusty tape measure, a portable band saw, and clipping corner clamps that makes constructing corners easier for both beginner and expert woodworkers.

To find out what Marty loves about these innovative products, watch the video below. To learn more about each individual product and find out where you can buy them online, keep reading.

Stuff We Love: Jobsite Gear

This week on Stuff We Love, Marty Dyck dives into a few great products that construction pros can wear around the jobsite. They include:

• Kneepads that don’t need straps
• A heated jackets that will keep you warm and productive
• A wristband that can help you easily keep track of screws and nails

Another of our favorite pieces of jobsite gear: