The Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 uses a 12V lawn tractor battery rated at 230 CCA.
Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 Battery Size and Specs
Battery Voltage
12 volts
Battery Setup
Single battery
OEM Battery Rating
230 CCA
Battery Type
Lead-acid / AGM lawn tractor battery
Common Replacement Size
U1 / U1R lawn tractor battery
OEM Replacement Part
Cub Cadet 725P17130
Terminal Layout
Check U1 vs U1R before buying
Engine
Kohler 7000 Series V-Twin
Drive System
Hydrostatic
What Battery Does a Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 Use?
The Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 uses a 12V lead-acid lawn tractor battery with a factory rating of 230 cold cranking amps.
The common replacement is a U1 or U1R lawn tractor battery. The important part is matching the terminal layout, because the battery cables on riding mowers are short.
Use 230 CCA as the minimum. A 300 CCA battery is a good upgrade if it fits the tray and the terminals are on the correct side.
Quick Battery Specs
12VVoltage
230 CCAFactory Rating
U1 / U1RCommon Size
725P17130OEM Part
Best Battery to Use
12V U1 or U1R lawn tractor battery
230 CCA minimum
AGM preferred for lower maintenance
Correct terminal orientation
Secure fit in the factory battery tray
Battery Upgrade Option
The best upgrade is a 12V AGM U1 or U1R battery with 300 CCA. That gives stronger starting power without going oversized.
Better cold starts
Less terminal corrosion
Better vibration resistance
Lower self-discharge during storage
Battery CCA Comparison
Factory Spec
230 CCA
Upgrade
300 CCA
Weak Battery
150 CCA
Battery Replacement Tips
Match the old battery’s terminal position
Choose at least 230 CCA
Fully charge the new battery before use
Clean cable ends before installation
Keep the hold-down bracket tight
Use a battery maintainer during long storage
Common Mistakes
Buying the wrong U1/U1R terminal layout
Using a cheap low-CCA mower battery
Letting the battery sit flat over winter
Leaving loose or corroded cable connections
Installing a battery that does not clamp down properly
