Hey there, Cub Cadet owners!
If your lawn tractor is struggling to turn over or just clicks when you turn the key, the starter might be shot.
This Gladiator starter is a direct replacement for a bunch of popular Cub Cadet models, including the 1550, LT1045, LT1046, LT1050, and SLTX1054.

It's designed for tractors with Kohler Courage engines ranging from 20 to 26 horsepower.

It's a brand new starter assembly, type PMDD (Permanent Magnet Direct Drive).

It runs on 12 volts, has 10 teeth, and rotates counter-clockwise.
The model is 5801.
It replaces a bunch of OEM part numbers, including 32-098-01-S, 32-098-03-S, and K0H3209801S.
It's powered by gas, of course.
It comes as a single unit, ready to bolt on.

A bad starter can be frustrating, but this Gladiator unit will have your Cub Cadet roaring back to life.
It's a straightforward swap.
So, if your tractor won't start and you've ruled out the battery and solenoid, this starter is likely the fix.

Grab it, swap it out, and get back to mowing that lawn.
It's a solid, reliable replacement part.