SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet GT 2542 vs Cub Cadet 2518
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet GT 2542 and the Cub Cadet 2518. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet GT 254214.8 kW (19.8 HP)
Cub Cadet 251814.9 kW (20.0 HP)
Weight
Cub Cadet GT 2542335.0 kg (738.5 lbs)
Cub Cadet 2518323.0 kg (712.1 lbs)
| Specification | Cub Cadet GT 2542 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Cub Cadet 2518Garden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Garden Tractor | Garden Tractor |
| Horsepower | 14.8 kW (19.8 HP) | 14.9 kW (20.0 HP) |
| Weight | 335.0 kg (738.5 lbs) | 323.0 kg (712.1 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | Shaft-driven hydrostatic |
| Length | 182.0 cm (71.7 in.) | 182.0 cm (71.7 in.) |
| Years Made | 2006-2010 | 2002-2003 |
| Engine Model | Kohler Command CH20S | Kohler Command |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled | 4-stroke, air-cooled, V |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 624 cc (38.1 cu in.) | 624 cc (38.1 cu in.) |
| Bore | 7.70 cm (3.03 in.) | 7.70 cm (3.03 in.) |
| Stroke | 6.71 cm (2.64 in.) | 6.71 cm (2.64 in.) |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with electric clutch | Independent with electric clutch |
| Rated RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | — |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 275A | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 106.0 cm (41.7 in.) | 109.0 cm (42.9 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 119.0 cm (46.9 in.) | 119.0 cm (46.9 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 15.0 cm (5.9 in.) | 15.0 cm (5.9 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 8.5 l (2.2 gal) | 7.9 l (2.1 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.9 l (0.5 gal) | 1.9 l (0.5 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 5.4 l (1.4 gal) | 5.7 l (1.5 gal) |
| Transmission Model | Hydro-Gear BDU-10 | — |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 5.6 km/h (Forward: 5.8 MPH (9.3 km/h) Reverse: 3.5 MPH) | 4.8 km/h (Forward: 6.0 MPH (9.7 km/h) Reverse: 3.0 MPH) |
| Brakes | Dry disc | Internal expanding |
| Drawbar Category | Sleeve hitch | Sleeve hitch |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Ag: 16×6.5-8 | Lawn/turf: 16×6.5-8 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 23×9.5-12 | Lawn/turf: 23×9.5-12 |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.