Quick Answer
The gasoline-powered Cub Cadet Ultima ZT2 60 60-inch zero-turn mower uses the 917-05209 electric PTO clutch and the 754P06094 deck drive belt when matched to the model numbers shown below.
The matching 60-inch AeroForce deck path uses 742P05620 ultra-high-lift blades or 742P05620-X Xtreme blades with 918-04822B spindle assemblies.
The original and later ZT2 60 service records retain the same six-point-star blade and spindle family. The later records primarily update the part-number formatting and packaged replacement numbers.
Cub Cadet ZT2 60 PTO Clutch Table
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| Model Name | Model Number | Production Path | Deck Size | OEM PTO Clutch | PTO Direct Product | Fitment Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cub Cadet Ultima ZT2 60 | 17AIEAC5010 17RIEAC5010 | Original parts-supplement family | 60-inch AeroForce fabricated deck | 917-05209 | 917-05209 PTO Clutch | Confirmed gasoline-powered ZT2 60 path using the 60-inch three-blade AeroForce deck. |
| Cub Cadet Ultima ZT2 60 | 17ASEAC5A10 | Kohler-powered model family | 60-inch AeroForce fabricated deck | 917-05209 | 917-05209 PTO Clutch | Kohler-powered ZT2 60 family using the same confirmed deck-maintenance path. |
| Cub Cadet Ultima ZT2 60 | 17AIEAC5A10 | Current model family | 60-inch AeroForce fabricated deck | 917-05209 | 917-05209 PTO Clutch | Current gasoline-powered ZT2 60 model family with electric PTO engagement. |
Cub Cadet ZT2 60 60-Inch Deck Parts Table
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| Component | Quantity | OEM Part Number Path | PTO Direct Product | Fitment Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Drive Belt | 1 | 754-06094 / 754P06094 / 490-501-C090 / 490-501-F090 / DXGX501090 | Contact to inquire about product | This belt transfers power from the electric PTO clutch through the 60-inch mower-deck pulley system. |
| Ultra High-Lift Blade | 3 | 742-05620 / 742P05620 / 490-110-C187 | 742P05620 High-Lift Mower Blades | Standard high-lift blade path for stronger deck airflow, side discharge, and bagging. |
| Xtreme Blade Option | 3 | 742-05620-X / 742P05620-X / 490-110-C188 | 742P05620-X Xtreme Mower Blades | Optional Xtreme cutting profile for enhanced mulching and finer clipping performance. |
| Spindle Assembly | 3 | 918-04822B / 490-130-C002 / 490-130-F002 | 918-04822B Spindle Assembly | Uses three spindle assemblies with the six-point-star blade-mounting system. |
Model Path Note
The confirmed Cub Cadet ZT2 60 model families use the 917-05209 PTO clutch, 754P06094 deck drive belt, 742P05620 or 742P05620-X blades, and 918-04822B spindle assemblies.
Unlike some 50-inch and 54-inch Ultima production families, the ZT2 60 service supplements do not show a change from six-point-star blades to a different spindle-shaft system. The original 742-05620 blade path is currently formatted as 742P05620, while the spindle remains 918-04822B.
Keep this guide separate from the newer Cub Cadet Z2 60 model family. The Z2 and ZT2 names identify different mower families and should be checked through their own model-specific diagrams.
Choose the Correct Blade Style
742P05620 Ultra High Lift
The 742P05620 high-lift blade set is the standard replacement path for stronger mower-deck airflow, side discharge, grass collection, and bagging.
742P05620-X Xtreme
The 742P05620-X Xtreme blade set uses an enhanced cutting profile intended to chop clippings more finely for mulching and general-purpose mowing.
Both blade styles use the same compatible six-point-star mounting family, but they provide different cutting and airflow characteristics. Choose the style that matches the original blade or your preferred mowing performance.
Before Ordering
- Confirm your mower is a gasoline-powered Cub Cadet Ultima ZT2 60.
- Confirm the complete mower model number is listed in the PTO clutch table above.
- Use the 917-05209 PTO clutch for the confirmed clutch path.
- Use OEM number 754P06094 or packaged belt number 490-501-F090 for the deck drive belt. Contact PTO Direct USA to inquire about this product.
- Use the 742P05620 high-lift blades for the standard blade path.
- Use the 742P05620-X Xtreme blades when the Xtreme cutting profile is preferred.
- Use the 918-04822B spindle assembly for the spindle path.
- Confirm the original blades use the six-point-star mounting pattern before installation.
- Do not confuse the 754P06094 deck belt with the 754P05874 hydrostatic transmission belt.
- Do not use this guide automatically for the newer Cub Cadet Z2 60 family.
Common Symptoms
- Blades will not engage when the PTO switch is pulled
- PTO clutch clicks but the deck belt does not begin turning
- Blades engage cold, then slow down after mowing for 10 to 30 minutes
- Deck belt slips, squeals, or jumps off the pulley path
- One or more spindle pulleys stop turning under load
- Rough spindle bearings, excessive deck vibration, or uneven cut quality
- Grass tears instead of cutting cleanly
- Burning smell near the PTO clutch or deck belt
FAQ
What PTO clutch fits a Cub Cadet ZT2 60?
The confirmed gasoline-powered Cub Cadet Ultima ZT2 60 model families listed in this guide use the 917-05209 PTO clutch.
What does the 917-05209 PTO clutch replace?
The 917-05209 PTO clutch replaces the 717-05209 and 917-05209 clutch path on compatible Cub Cadet and MTD mower applications. It also cross-references Warner 5219-177.
What deck belt fits the Cub Cadet ZT2 60?
The confirmed Cub Cadet ZT2 60 deck path uses 754P06094. The replacement family also includes 754-06094, 490-501-C090, 490-501-F090, and DXGX501090. Contact PTO Direct USA to inquire about this product.
Is 754P06094 the same as 754P05874?
No. The 754P06094 is the mower-deck drive belt. The 754P05874 / 954-05874 is the hydrostatic transmission belt. The two belts perform different jobs and are not interchangeable.
Does the Cub Cadet ZT2 60 use separate PTO and deck belts?
The mower-deck system uses one long 754P06094 deck drive belt that transfers power from the electric PTO clutch through the deck pulley system. The mower also uses a separate hydrostatic transmission belt.
What high-lift blades fit the Cub Cadet ZT2 60?
The ZT2 60 uses three 742P05620 ultra-high-lift mower blades. The original blade-number path is 742-05620, and the packaged three-blade set is associated with 490-110-C187.
What Xtreme blades fit the Cub Cadet ZT2 60?
The ZT2 60 can use three 742P05620-X Xtreme mower blades. The replacement path also includes 742-05620-X and packaged set number 490-110-C188.
What is the difference between 742P05620 and 742P05620-X?
The 742P05620 is the standard ultra-high-lift blade path for stronger airflow, side discharge, and bagging. The 742P05620-X uses an Xtreme cutting profile intended to produce finer clippings and improved mulching performance.
What spindle fits the Cub Cadet ZT2 60?
The Cub Cadet ZT2 60 deck uses the 918-04822B spindle assembly. Three spindle assemblies are used on the 60-inch deck. Packaged replacement paths include 490-130-C002 and 490-130-F002.
Do early and later Cub Cadet ZT2 60 mowers use the same blade system?
The official original and later service supplements retain the same six-point-star blade and 918-04822B spindle family. Later records update the standard blade number from 742-05620 to 742P05620 and add packaged replacement numbers.
Can I use 742P05620-X blades with 918-04822B spindles?
Yes. The 742P05620-X Xtreme blade belongs to the same compatible six-point-star mounting family used with the 918-04822B spindle. Confirm the blade dimensions and center pattern before installation.
Is the Cub Cadet ZT2 60 the same as the Cub Cadet Z2 60?
No. The ZT2 60 and newer Z2 60 belong to different mower families. Do not assume they use the same clutch or deck-maintenance path without checking the complete model number and official diagram.
Is there a full deck kit for the Cub Cadet ZT2 60?
There is not currently an active PTO Direct USA full deck-kit listing for this exact ZT2 60 path. Use the individual clutch, blade, and spindle links above, and contact PTO Direct USA to inquire about the 754P06094 deck belt.