What Do You Think about Steering Wheel Zero Turns?

[Texasmark]

I have a Cub SZ60 Tank with the steering wheel and it is fantastic on hills. I've used conventional lawn tractors/garden tractors/zero turn tractors/and conventional zero turns, but the 4 wheel steering blows them all away. It's incredibly stable even on side slopes, I mow a section that is a bit uncomfortable angle, and the machine performs flawlessly, even turning uphill on a sideslope.....the steering wheels are so much better than lap bars in my opinion.


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Looks like about the slope on my pond bank.....back side.

Couple of questions.



First, I noticed you are running turf tires. You have no problem holding on that bank with the grass wet?
Second, Am I seeing a pair of foot brakes and assume that they are independently connected to each rear like a regular tractor?
Third, You said 4 wheel steering. Are you considering independent rear braking capability a steering mechanism? Makes sense if you do.

I know what CC used to look like but I have seen yellow next to red and orange and green and black and to me what they offer looks right in line with the times.

Thanks,
Mark

 

[scoutcub]

Looks like about the slope on my pond bank.....back side.

Couple of questions.



First, I noticed you are running turf tires. You have no problem holding on that bank with the grass wet?
Second, Am I seeing a pair of foot brakes and assume that they are independently connected to each rear like a regular tractor?
Third, You said 4 wheel steering. Are you considering independent rear braking capability a steering mechanism? Makes sense if you do.

I know what CC used to look like but I have seen yellow next to red and orange and green and black and to me what they offer looks right in line with the times.

Thanks,
Mark

Hi Mark -

I typically wait for the grass to dry out to mow..I have mowed with grass a bit wet, but on that particular slope I would c r e e p along to avoid sideslipping. Perhaps more aggressive rears would make a difference.

The twin pedals on the right are hydro pedals, forward/reverse. Once you let off the pedal, unit stops. Left pedal is deck raise. My only criticism of the unit is not having a foot brake. There is a parking brake by the seat you can use that de-links the drive pedals immediately, a foot brake might be a bit more convenient. Not a big issue IMO.

The unit has power steering.....and it is literally a 1 finger operation. So with using linkage in a turn, and the independent rear pumps also compensating for the turn, you effectively have 4 wheel steering.

I will admit I am biased in choosing of color and have not done any research or test drives on other brands. I've ran CC for 20 years now with great success. I know they have issues with certain models as does every manufacturer.

I'm sure other brands are very competitive with this level of mower. I do know CC was the first to introduce the steering wheel ZT, and others are now following....unsure if CC has a leg up on technology, but I will say on the machine's datapplate they list around a dozen patents regarding the machine.
At 1300 lbs, it is definitely a commercial duty mower. The frame is 1/4 true steel, the strong engine and HD drive pumps are just what I need for my sloped lawn.

Hope this helps!

 

[Texasmark]

Hi Mark -

I typically wait for the grass to dry out to mow..I have mowed with grass a bit wet, but on that particular slope I would c r e e p along to avoid sideslipping. Perhaps more aggressive rears would make a difference.

The twin pedals on the right are hydro pedals, forward/reverse. Once you let off the pedal, unit stops. Left pedal is deck raise. My only criticism of the unit is not having a foot brake. There is a parking brake by the seat you can use that de-links the drive pedals immediately, a foot brake might be a bit more convenient. Not a big issue IMO.

The unit has power steering.....and it is literally a 1 finger operation. So with using linkage in a turn, and the independent rear pumps also compensating for the turn, you effectively have 4 wheel steering.

I will admit I am biased in choosing of color and have not done any research or test drives on other brands. I've ran CC for 20 years now with great success. I know they have issues with certain models as does every manufacturer.

I'm sure other brands are very competitive with this level of mower. I do know CC was the first to introduce the steering wheel ZT, and others are now following....unsure if CC has a leg up on technology, but I will say on the machine's datapplate they list around a dozen patents regarding the machine.
At 1300 lbs, it is definitely a commercial duty mower. The frame is 1/4 true steel, the strong engine and HD drive pumps are just what I need for my sloped lawn.

Hope this helps!

Yes. Thanks. Seems like a good way to steer, both the wheel and running the pumps with your foot. 1300 # pretty much says it all on the thought that went into the design.....bang for your buck.

The reason for my curiosity is mowing my pond bank. I have a unit (conventional Husqvarna standard rider) that I modified to suit me and works well but always keep my eyes open for something better.

 

[semntrails]

With the steering wheel, if you do a tight turn does the inside back wheel stop and leave a pivot spot in the grass or have they compensated for that kind of like doing a K turn?