SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet 1517 vs Cub Cadet LT2180
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet 1517 and the Cub Cadet LT2180. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet 151712.7 kW (17.1 HP)
Cub Cadet LT218013.4 kW (18.0 HP)
| Specification | Cub Cadet 1517 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Cub Cadet LT2180Garden 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) | — |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | Shaft-driven hydrostatic |
| Length | 172.7 cm (68.0 in.) | 182.0 cm (71.7 in.) |
| Years Made | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Model | Kohler CV490 | Briggs & Stratton Vanguard |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, air-cooled |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Displacement | 490 cc (29.9 cu in.) | 568 cc (34.7 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.99 cm (3.54 in.) | 7.19 cm (2.83 in.) |
| Stroke | 7.70 cm (3.03 in.) | 7.01 cm (2.76 in.) |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with electric clutch | Independent with electric clutch |
| Torque Power | 2400 RPM | — |
| Torque Speed | 37.6 N·m (27.7 lb-ft) | — |
| Rated RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | — |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 270A | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 109.0 cm (42.9 in.) | 106.0 cm (41.7 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 119.4 cm (47.0 in.) | 119.0 cm (46.9 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 15.2 cm (6.0 in.) | 15.0 cm (5.9 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11.4 l (3.0 gal) | 7.9 l (2.1 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.9 l (0.5 gal) | 1.4 l (0.4 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 2.3 l (0.6 gal) | 5.7 l (1.5 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) | 4.8 km/h (Forward: 6.0 MPH (9.7 km/h) Reverse: 3.0 MPH) |
| Brakes | Dry disc | Internal expanding |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 15x6x6 | Lawn/turf: 15×6-6 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 20x9x8 | Lawn/turf: 20×9-8 |
| Engine Oil Type | — | SAE 5W-20, 10W-30 |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.