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Cub Cadet 1872 vs Cub Cadet i1042

A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet 1872 and the Cub Cadet i1042. Click a model name to view its full specifications.

Horsepower
Cub Cadet 187213.4 kW (18.0 HP)
Cub Cadet i104213.4 kW (18.0 HP)
SpecificationCub Cadet 1872Cub Cadet 1872Garden and Lawn TractorsCub Cadet i1042Cub Cadet i1042Garden and Lawn Tractors
Tractor Main CategoryGarden and Lawn Care TractorsGarden and Lawn Care Tractors
Tractor TypeLawn TractorZero Turn Mower Tractor
Horsepower13.4 kW (18.0 HP)13.4 kW (18.0 HP)
Transmission TypeShaft-driven hydrostaticBelt-driven hydrostatic
Length199.0 cm (78.3 in.)—
Years Made1987-19892009
Engine ModelKohler MagnumKohler SV540
Engine Type4-stroke, air-cooled, V-twin4-stroke, air-cooled
Fuel TypeGasolineGasoline
Cylinders21
Displacement691 cc (42.2 cu in.)534 cc (32.6 cu in.)
Bore7.90 cm (3.11 in.)8.89 cm (3.50 in.)
Stroke7.01 cm (2.76 in.)8.61 cm (3.39 in.)
Front PTO TypeIndependent with electric clutch—
Spark PlugChamption RBL-15Y—
Battery12 V12 V
StarterElectricElectric
Height12.0 cm (4.7 in.)—
Wheelbase131.0 cm (51.6 in.)—
Ground Clearance19.0 cm (7.5 in.)—
Fuel Tank Capacity15.1 l (4.0 gal)—
Oil Capacity1.8 l (0.5 gal)—
Transmission Oil Capacity6.6 l (1.7 gal)—
GearsInfinite forward and reverseInfinite forward and reverse
Chassis4×2 2WD4×2 2WD
Max. Travel Speed6.4 km/h (Forward: 7.5 MPH (12.1 km/h) Reverse: 4.0 MPH)—
BrakesDual discDisc
Cabin TypeOpen operator stationOpen operator station
Steering TypePowerDifferential
Front TiresLawn/turf: 18×8.50-8Lawn/turf: 15x5x6
Rear TiresLawn/turf: 26×12.00-12Lawn/turf: 20x8x8
Rated RPM—3600 RPM
Engine Oil Type—SAE 10W-30
Transmission Model—Hydro-Gear EZT

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