CUB CADET 19A70061OEM Lawn Striping Kit 46" Deck ZT1 Ultima 46 FAB

What It Is

The Cub Cadet 19A70061OEM is a factory-engineered lawn striping kit designed for 46-inch fabricated (FAB) decks on ZT1 Ultima 46 zero-turn mowers. It uses a weighted roller system to bend grass in alternating directions, creating the classic striped lawn pattern.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Deck size: 46-inch fabricated deck only. Will not fit stamped decks or 42/50/54-inch decks.
• Model compatibility: ZT1 Ultima 46 (model numbers starting with 17AHE, 17AHD, 17AHG). Check your mower’s model tag under the seat or near the engine.
• OEM vs aftermarket: This is genuine Cub Cadet; aftermarket kits for the same deck cost less but often have thinner rollers or weaker brackets.
• Measurements: Roller is ~44 inches wide, mounts to deck’s rear frame holes. Verify you have the two threaded inserts on the deck’s rear crossbar—some early ZT1 Ultima 46 decks lack them.

Key Things to Know

• Low rating (2.9/5) – complaints center on poor instructions (no torque specs, vague mounting diagram) and roller brackets that can bend if you hit curbs or roots. Some users report the roller doesn’t contact evenly on uneven lawns.
• Installation difficulty: Moderate. Requires removing the discharge chute and drilling two holes if your deck doesn’t have pre-drilled mounting points. Expect 45-60 minutes.
• Weight: 18 lbs – adds noticeable rear weight, which can slightly reduce maneuverability on slopes.
• Grass condition matters: Works best on dry, tall grass. Wet or short grass reduces stripe definition significantly.

Should You Buy It

Buy this only if you have a ZT1 Ultima 46 FAB deck and want an exact OEM fit without modifying brackets. If you’re on a budget or don’t mind drilling, a $60–$80 aftermarket kit with a heavier roller (like a 1.5-inch diameter steel tube) often performs better for less money. Skip it if your lawn has many obstacles or uneven terrain—the roller will leave skips.