Cub Cadet Ultima Z2 54P zero-turn mower with LED headlights, front three-quarter view

Cub Cadet · Ultima Series™ Z · Premium

Ultima Z2 54P 24 HP Kawasaki V-Twin Zero-Turn Mower with LED Lights

4.9 (274 reviews) · Item #17FIEAEM010
$3,499$3,999Save $500
  • 24 HP / 726cc Kawasaki FR V-Twin OHV engine
  • 54-in. AeroForce™ welded, heavy-duty fabricated deck
  • Dual hydrostatic transmissions with lap-bar zero-turn steering
  • 22-in. premium high-back suspension seat with armrests
Free curbside delivery
3-year warranty

Overview

The Cub Cadet® Ultima Series™ Z2 54P takes the legendary Z2 platform to a new level of comfort and capability. A 24 HP / 726cc Kawasaki® FR V-Twin engine powers the 54-in. AeroForce™ fabricated deck, while a 22-in. premium suspension seat with armrests and factory-installed LED headlights let you tackle long mowing sessions in any light.

  • 24 HP / 726cc Kawasaki FR V-Twin OHV engine
  • 54-in. AeroForce™ welded, heavy-duty fabricated deck
  • Dual hydrostatic transmissions with lap-bar zero-turn steering
  • 22-in. premium high-back suspension seat with armrests
  • LED headlights for early-morning and dusk mowing
  • Continuous 2x2 tubular steel frame for stability on rough terrain
  • Handles hills and slopes up to 15 degrees
  • 3-year unlimited-hour limited warranty

Specifications

Model
Ultima Series Z2 54P
Item #
17FIEAEM010
Engine
Kawasaki FR V-Twin OHV
Engine power
24 HP / 726cc
Deck size
54 in. AeroForce fabricated
Deck construction
Welded, heavy-duty fabricated steel
Seat
22-in. premium suspension w/ armrests
Lighting
LED headlights
Transmission
Dual hydrostatic
Forward speed
0–7.5 mph
Reverse speed
0–3.5 mph
Fuel capacity
3.5 gal.
Frame
2x2 continuous tubular steel
Max slope
15 degrees
Warranty
3 years, unlimited hours

Customer Reviews

4.9

Based on 274 verified reviews

95% recommend this product

5 star
232
4 star
28
3 star
8
2 star
4
1 star
2
June 18, 2026

The suspension seat is the real deal

Been mowing 4 acres for years and this is the first mower I can ride all day without a sore back. Kawasaki has plenty of grunt in tall grass.

Marcus H.· Charlotte, NCVerified Purchase
108
May 29, 2026

Love the LED headlights

Finally got to finish the yard after work without giving up when the sun set. Lights are bright and the AeroForce deck stripes beautifully.

Jenna S.· Kansas City, MOVerified Purchase
82
May 5, 2026

Worth the upgrade from the standard Z2

The armrests, LEDs, and suspension seat make the P model a no-brainer if you have a few acres. Fit and finish feel commercial-grade.

Dave R.· Boise, IDVerified Purchase
66
April 20, 2026

Great mower, small quibble on delivery

Machine is fantastic — cuts fast and clean, corners on a dime. Delivery took a day longer than promised, but customer service kept me updated.

Priya V.· Austin, TXVerified Purchase
38
March 28, 2026

The P upgrades are worth every penny

The suspension seat with armrests turns a 90-minute mow into a genuinely comfortable ride. LED headlights let me finish after dusk in the summer. This feels like a semi-commercial machine at a homeowner price.

Gregory N.· Franklin, TNVerified Purchase
94
February 26, 2026

Traded up from a Z2 54 and I have no regrets

Same great deck and engine, but the seat, lights, and armrests are a completely different experience over three acres. Wish I'd bought the P from the start.

Rachel B.· Overland Park, KSVerified Purchase
57