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Cub Cadet HDS 2185 vs Cub Cadet i1042

A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet HDS 2185 and the Cub Cadet i1042. Click a model name to view its full specifications.

Horsepower
Cub Cadet HDS 218513.4 kW (18.0 HP)
Cub Cadet i104213.4 kW (18.0 HP)
SpecificationCub Cadet HDS 2185Cub Cadet HDS 2185Garden and Lawn TractorsCub Cadet i1042Cub Cadet i1042Garden and Lawn Tractors
Tractor Main CategoryGarden and Lawn Care TractorsGarden and Lawn Care Tractors
Tractor TypeGarden TractorZero Turn Mower Tractor
Horsepower13.4 kW (18.0 HP)13.4 kW (18.0 HP)
Weight310.0 kg (683.4 lbs)—
Transmission TypeShaft-driven hydrostaticBelt-driven hydrostatic
Length182.0 cm (71.7 in.)—
Years Made1994-19992009
Engine ModelKohler Command Pro CH18Kohler SV540
Engine Type4-stroke, air-cooled, V-twin4-stroke, air-cooled
Fuel TypeGasolineGasoline
Cylinders21
Displacement624 cc (38.1 cu in.)534 cc (32.6 cu in.)
Bore7.70 cm (3.03 in.)8.89 cm (3.50 in.)
Stroke6.71 cm (2.64 in.)8.61 cm (3.39 in.)
Front PTO TypeIndependent with electric clutch—
Rated RPM3600 RPM3600 RPM
Compression Ratio8.5:1—
Spark PlugChampion RC12YC—
Battery12 V12 V
StarterElectricElectric
Height109.0 cm (42.9 in.)—
Wheelbase119.0 cm (46.9 in.)—
Fuel Tank Capacity11.4 l (3.0 gal)—
Oil Capacity1.9 l (0.5 gal)—
Transmission Oil Capacity7.1 l (1.9 gal)—
Engine Oil TypeSAE 10W-30, API: SG, SH, SJSAE 10W-30
GearsInfinite forward and reverseInfinite forward and reverse
Chassis4×2 2WD4×2 2WD
Max. Travel Speed4.8 km/h (Forward: 6.0 MPH (9.7 km/h) Reverse: 3.0 MPH)—
BrakesInternal expandingDisc
Cabin TypeOpen operator stationOpen operator station
Steering TypeManualDifferential
Front TiresLawn/turf: 16×6.5-8Lawn/turf: 15x5x6
Rear TiresLawn/turf: 23×9.5-12Lawn/turf: 20x8x8
Transmission Model—Hydro-Gear EZT

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