Product Description
The Cub Cadet CC30H 30-Inch Hydrostatic Riding Lawn Mower delivers the convenience of a riding mower in a compact rear-engine design intended for properties where a full-size lawn tractor may be difficult to store or maneuver.
Power comes from a 10.5 HP Briggs & Stratton single-cylinder engine with 344cc displacement. Cub Cadet specifies a fully pressurized lubrication system using an automotive-style oil pump, providing a more conventional engine-lubrication arrangement for residential mowing.
The CC30H’s major advantage over the standard CC30 is its hydrostatic drive transmission. Ground speed is controlled through the pedal rather than through the six-speed Shift-on-the-Go system used on the non-hydrostatic CC30. This eliminates conventional manual shifting during normal operation.
A compact 30-inch stamped-steel cutting deck uses a single cutting blade and standard side-discharge configuration. The mower also includes a mulch kit, allowing clippings to be recirculated when that setup is installed.
The deck provides five cutting-height positions from 1 inch to 3.5 inches, giving the mower flexibility for different maintained lawn heights. Blade engagement is controlled through a manual PTO lever.
With an 18-inch turning radius, relatively narrow chassis and rear-engine design, the CC30H can maneuver through smaller residential areas and fit into storage spaces that may be restrictive for larger 42- or 46-inch lawn tractors.
Additional equipment includes an LED headlight, Cub Cadet high-back operator seat, fuel-level sight window and SmartJet deck washing system.
Key Features
- Exact Cub Cadet CC30H
- Current Model 13CC21JDA10
- 10.5 HP Briggs & Stratton engine
- 344cc single-cylinder displacement
- Fully pressurized lubrication system
- Keyed electric start
- Pedal-controlled hydrostatic transmission
- Compact rear-engine configuration
- 30-inch cutting deck
- Single cutting blade
- Stamped-steel deck
- Side-discharge mowing
- Mulch kit included
- Five cutting-height positions
- 1–3.5-inch cutting-height range
- Manual PTO engagement
- 18-inch turning radius
- 1.3-gallon fuel tank
- Fuel-level sight window
- LED headlight
- High-back seat
- SmartJet deck wash system
- Bagger compatible
- Built-in hitch
- Cup holder
- Reverse-mowing capability
- 3-year limited residential warranty
Core mower specifications are confirmed by Cub Cadet and the current CC30H retail listing.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Cub Cadet CC30H |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cub Cadet |
| Series | CC30 |
| Model | CC30H |
| Manufacturer Model | 13CC21JDA10 |
| Product Type | Rear-Engine Riding Mower |
| Engine Brand | Briggs & Stratton |
| Engine Power | 10.5 HP |
| Engine Displacement | 344cc |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Starting | Keyed Electric |
| Lubrication | Fully Pressurized |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic |
| Transmission Control | Pedal |
| Cutting Width | 30 in. |
| Deck Type | Stamped |
| Blade Count | 1 |
| Standard Discharge | Side |
| Mulch Kit | Included |
| Cutting Height | 1–3.5 in. |
| Height Positions | 5 |
| PTO | Manual Lever |
| Turning Radius | 18 in. |
| Fuel Capacity | 1.3 gal. |
| Deck Wash | SmartJet |
| Headlight | LED |
| Seat | High Back |
| Overall Length | 67 in. |
| Overall Width | 38 in. |
| Overall Height | 34.75 in. |
| Warranty | 3-Year Limited Residential |
Current retail specifications publish the assembled dimensions as 67 in. D × 38 in. W × 34.75 in. H.
Engine Configuration
Briggs & Stratton 344cc
Engine Power: 10.5 HP
Displacement: 344cc
Cylinders: Single Cylinder
Lubrication: Fully Pressurized
Oil System: Automotive-Style Oil Pump
Cub Cadet confirms these specifications on the current CC30H.
Hydrostatic Drive Configuration
Pedal-Controlled Hydrostatic Transmission
The CC30H uses a:
Hydrostatic Drive Transmission
with:
Pedal-Controlled Ground Speed
which eliminates conventional gear shifting during normal mowing.
Cutting Deck Configuration
30-Inch Single-Blade Deck
Cutting Width: 30 in.
Deck Type: Stamped Steel
Blade Count: 1
Standard Configuration: Side Discharge
Mulching: Supported
Home Depot’s current specification explicitly lists a 30-inch single-blade mowing deck with the mulch kit included.
Cutting Height Configuration
The deck provides:
5 Height Positions
from:
1.0 in.
to:
3.5 in.
Mulching Configuration
A:
Mulch Kit is Included
with the current CC30H retail configuration.
This allows the mower to be changed from standard side discharge to a mulching configuration.
Bagger Configuration
The CC30H is:
Bagger Compatible
but the rear grass-collection system is not listed as standard equipment with the base mower.
Do not advertise a bagger as included unless your specific retail package contains one.
PTO Configuration
Blade engagement uses a:
Manual Lever-Engaged PTO.
Turning Configuration
18-Inch Turning Radius
The mower has a published:
18 in. turning radius.
This compact steering geometry is useful around landscaping and within smaller residential mowing areas.
Fuel Configuration
1.3-Gallon Fuel Tank
Fuel Capacity: 1.3 U.S. gal.
The tank includes a:
Fuel-Level Sight Window
for checking remaining fuel.
Deck Cleaning Configuration
SmartJet™
The deck incorporates Cub Cadet’s:
SmartJet High-Pressure Deck Washing System
to assist with removing accumulated grass and debris from the underside of the mower deck when used according to the manufacturer instructions.
Lighting Configuration
The current CC30H includes an:
LED Headlight
for improved mower visibility in lower-light conditions.
Seat Configuration
Cub Cadet equips the mower with an:
Open High-Back Seat
using an oversized base and elevated back support.
Dimensions
Overall Length
67 in.
Overall Width
38 in.
Overall Height
34.75 in.
Cutting Width
30 in.
What’s Included
Standard current retail configuration includes:
- 1 × Cub Cadet CC30H Riding Lawn Mower
- Briggs & Stratton 10.5 HP / 344cc engine
- 30-inch single-blade deck
- Hydrostatic transmission
- Factory cutting blade
- Side-discharge system
- Mulch kit
- LED headlight
- High-back operator seat
- SmartJet deck-wash connection
- Starting battery
- Factory mower controls and guards
- Product documentation
The mulch kit is specifically identified as included with the current product configuration.
Ideal Applications
The CC30H is designed primarily for:
- Compact residential lawns
- Properties with narrow access areas
- Smaller storage garages or sheds
- Mostly maintained residential terrain
- Areas where a 30-inch deck is preferable to a larger lawn tractor
A previous Cub Cadet specification for the Briggs-powered CC30H identifies it for lawns of up to approximately 1 acre of mostly flat terrain with a few obstacles.
Warranty Information
Cub Cadet 3-Year Limited Residential Manufacturer Warranty, subject to Cub Cadet warranty terms, applicable hour limits and exclusions.

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