SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet 1517 vs Cub Cadet LT 1040
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet 1517 and the Cub Cadet LT 1040. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet 151712.7 kW (17.1 HP)
Cub Cadet LT 104013.4 kW (18.0 HP)
Weight
Cub Cadet 1517227.0 kg (500.4 lbs)
Cub Cadet LT 1040226.0 kg (498.2 lbs)
| Specification | Cub Cadet 1517 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Cub Cadet LT 1040Garden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Garden Tractor | Lawn Tractor |
| Horsepower | 12.7 kW (17.1 HP) | 13.4 kW (18.0 HP) |
| Weight | 227.0 kg (500.4 lbs) | 226.0 kg (498.2 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | CVT |
| Length | 172.7 cm (68.0 in.) | 173.0 cm (68.1 in.) |
| Years Made | 2002 | 2005-2008 |
| Engine Model | Kohler CV490 | Kohler Courage SV540 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, air-cooled |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Displacement | 490 cc (29.9 cu in.) | 535 cc (32.6 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.99 cm (3.54 in.) | 8.89 cm (3.50 in.) |
| Stroke | 7.70 cm (3.03 in.) | 8.61 cm (3.39 in.) |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with electric clutch | — |
| Torque Power | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 37.6 N·m (27.7 lb-ft) | 43.5 N·m (32.1 lb-ft) |
| Rated RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 270A | 12 V, CCA 190A |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 109.0 cm (42.9 in.) | 109.0 cm (42.9 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 119.4 cm (47.0 in.) | 117.0 cm (46.1 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 15.2 cm (6.0 in.) | 11.5 cm (4.5 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11.4 l (3.0 gal) | 11.4 l (3.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.9 l (0.5 gal) | 1.5 l (0.4 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 2.3 l (0.6 gal) | — |
| Transmission Model | Hydro-Gear 311-0710 | — |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 3.7 km/h (Forward: 5.2 MPH (8.4 km/h) Reverse: 2.3 MPH) | 3.7 km/h (Forward: 5.2 MPH (8.4 km/h) Reverse: 2.3 MPH) |
| Brakes | Dry disc | Dry disc |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 15x6x6 | Lawn/turf: 15x6x6 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 20x9x8 | Lawn/turf: 20x10x8 |
| Spark Plug | — | Champion QC12YC |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.