eXmark or Cub Cadet

[TKO_PUNCH]

Hello all,

I have been looking at new zero turn mowers and was looking for some opinions (good and bad) between these 2 brands. I was looking at the eXmark Quest 48" and the Cub Cadet Z-Force 48" fabricated deck. My neighbor has the Cub Cadet but I want more opinions. The eXmark does not have a large market for residential mowers, so I was looking for some advice if anyone has some feedback. If there are other mowers in this class, please recommend.

Thanks,

[Bryce]

Pretty much apples and oranges unless eXmark has come out with a true residential model. Have to think there is a substantial price difference between the two. Had a loaner eXmark while our Cub tractor was being repaired. Worked well. Really cool pulling wheelies on the street while playing around.

[TKO_PUNCH]

Exact same price between the two. The Qwest is the residential mower for eXmark. I want the fabricated deck because of the faster tip speed on the blades. Overall, the CC looks more well built but I don't want to base my decision on looks.

[bottomdweller]

Dont know anything about the exmark, but I have the cub cadet 50 inch and love it except for the steep bank I have next to my shed. I have learned you must go slow on steep banks. No problems with the cub as of yet, cuts very nice.