Cutting The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 and John Deere D130 cut really well in side-discharge mode, and both aced our bagging test. The only discernible difference was in our mulching test.

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Consumer Reports tests reveal which lawn tractor - the John Deere D130 or the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 - is best for your property.