MesquiteMan
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I just registered here after trying to register on Gardenweb 3 different times before I found you all. For some reason I could never get a confirmation from them. Thanks for the easy registration, btw.
I have 15 acres in central texas with about 2 that I need to mow regularly. Lots of oak trees with grass that consists mostly of native weeds with maybe 1/2 acre of bermuda. Somewhat rough out in the weeds but all the rocks are picked up. Mostly flat with some very gradual slopes.
I have been looking at a couple of different mowing options, both Cubs. I looked at the LT1042 or LT1050 vs. the RTZ 50. Both from Lowes or Tractor Supply. What would be the best of the three for my use? I do not need to ever pull anything as I have an ATV for that and I have a ScatTrak skid loader for any other tractor work. I just want to mow. No snow here either!
I know the Z-force is the best for ZTR that cub offers but I just can't swing the money. The RTZ 50 would be at the top of my price range. Is the RTZ 50 a decent mower or should a go with something different. What about ZTR's vs. a regular lawn tractor? I could save $1,200-1,500 by going with a LT but I know my time woudl go up considerably, plus it would not be as fun!
Or should I consider a RTZ42 instead of the 50? it is only $300 less so I think the larger would be better. Husqvarna also has a 42" ZTR, should I consider it as well?
I know I have asked a lot of question but I am looking to you guys for the final decision. I am leaning towards the RTZ 50. Am I making a mistake?
Thanks a lot for you time and replies!
I have 15 acres in central texas with about 2 that I need to mow regularly. Lots of oak trees with grass that consists mostly of native weeds with maybe 1/2 acre of bermuda. Somewhat rough out in the weeds but all the rocks are picked up. Mostly flat with some very gradual slopes.
I have been looking at a couple of different mowing options, both Cubs. I looked at the LT1042 or LT1050 vs. the RTZ 50. Both from Lowes or Tractor Supply. What would be the best of the three for my use? I do not need to ever pull anything as I have an ATV for that and I have a ScatTrak skid loader for any other tractor work. I just want to mow. No snow here either!
I know the Z-force is the best for ZTR that cub offers but I just can't swing the money. The RTZ 50 would be at the top of my price range. Is the RTZ 50 a decent mower or should a go with something different. What about ZTR's vs. a regular lawn tractor? I could save $1,200-1,500 by going with a LT but I know my time woudl go up considerably, plus it would not be as fun!
Or should I consider a RTZ42 instead of the 50? it is only $300 less so I think the larger would be better. Husqvarna also has a 42" ZTR, should I consider it as well?
I know I have asked a lot of question but I am looking to you guys for the final decision. I am leaning towards the RTZ 50. Am I making a mistake?
Thanks a lot for you time and replies!