SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet 1872 vs Cub Cadet LTX 1042 KW
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet 1872 and the Cub Cadet LTX 1042 KW. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet 187213.4 kW (18.0 HP)
Cub Cadet LTX 1042 KW13.4 kW (18.0 HP)
| Specification | Cub Cadet 1872 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Cub Cadet LTX 1042 KWGarden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Lawn Tractor | Lawn Tractor |
| Horsepower | 13.4 kW (18.0 HP) | 13.4 kW (18.0 HP) |
| Transmission Type | Shaft-driven hydrostatic | Belt-driven hydrostatic |
| Length | 199.0 cm (78.3 in.) | 175.0 cm (68.9 in.) |
| Years Made | 1987-1989 | 2012-2014 |
| Engine Model | Kohler Magnum | Kawasaki FR600V |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled, V-twin | 4-stroke, air-cooled, V-twin |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 691 cc (42.2 cu in.) | 603 cc (36.8 cu in.) |
| Bore | 7.90 cm (3.11 in.) | 7.29 cm (2.87 in.) |
| Stroke | 7.01 cm (2.76 in.) | 7.19 cm (2.83 in.) |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with electric clutch | Independent with manual lever clutch |
| Spark Plug | Chamption RBL-15Y | NGK BPR4ES |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V, CCA 190A |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 12.0 cm (4.7 in.) | — |
| Wheelbase | 131.0 cm (51.6 in.) | 120.0 cm (47.2 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 19.0 cm (7.5 in.) | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15.1 l (4.0 gal) | 12.5 l (3.3 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.8 l (0.5 gal) | 1.5 l (0.4 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 6.6 l (1.7 gal) | 1.8 l (0.5 gal) |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 6.4 km/h (Forward: 7.5 MPH (12.1 km/h) Reverse: 4.0 MPH) | 3.7 km/h (Forward: 5.2 MPH (8.4 km/h) Reverse: 2.3 MPH) |
| Brakes | Dual disc | — |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Power | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 18×8.50-8 | Lawn/turf: 15x6x6 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 26×12.00-12 | Lawn/turf: 20x8x8 |
| Weight | — | 225.0 kg (496.0 lbs) |
| Rated RPM | — | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Oil Type | — | API: SJ or higher, SAE 10W-30 |
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