Cub Cadet RZT 46 vs Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 KW
Verdict: Cub Cadet RZT 46 vs Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 KW
The Cub Cadet RZT 46 and the Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 KW are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 22 hp. Cub Cadet RZT 46 is the lighter machine (224 kg vs 328 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 KW holds more fuel (16.1 L vs 10.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Cub Cadet RZT 46 is the newer design (2011 vs 2010). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.