Mowing Cub Cadet Mower

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antg

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I'm considering the LT1024 and the LT2180 as a replacement of my Craftsman. I have 1.5 acres to get approximately 40 times per year.

Will the LT2180 perform more reliably and is the durability better than the LT1024. I know the LT1024 has one more belt, but the belt used on the deck, which is the highest loaded belt, seems to take a torturous route from the engine to the deck.

How is the reliabilty and durability of the Hydro-Gear transmission used in the LT1024 compared to the Cub transmision in the LT2180? Is the cast iron tranny used in the 2500 series significantly stronger than the transmission inthe LT2180.

Thanks for any input.
 
   / Cub Cadet Mower #2  
if you have nice flat lawn you should be fine with the 1024. i had a 1022 and it did a great job. if you have a more rough/hilly lawn you should use the 2180. tranny in the 2180 is heavier duty shaft drive i believe. much better. the engine is much better also.
 
   / Cub Cadet Mower #3  
I'm a loyal advocate for Cub but i'm not impressed with the 1000 series ( the same goes for Deeres equivilant)...

2180 and up are vastly improved, The 2500 is a nice in between, and the 3000 is premium
 

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