SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet HDS 2185 vs Cub Cadet LT2180
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet HDS 2185 and the Cub Cadet LT2180. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet HDS 218513.4 kW (18.0 HP)
Cub Cadet LT218013.4 kW (18.0 HP)
| Specification | Cub Cadet HDS 2185 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 | 13.4 kW (18.0 HP) | 13.4 kW (18.0 HP) |
| Weight | 310.0 kg (683.4 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Shaft-driven hydrostatic | Shaft-driven hydrostatic |
| Length | 182.0 cm (71.7 in.) | 182.0 cm (71.7 in.) |
| Years Made | 1994-1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Model | Kohler Command Pro CH18 | Briggs & Stratton Vanguard |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled, V-twin | 4-stroke, air-cooled |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 624 cc (38.1 cu in.) | 568 cc (34.7 cu in.) |
| Bore | 7.70 cm (3.03 in.) | 7.19 cm (2.83 in.) |
| Stroke | 6.71 cm (2.64 in.) | 7.01 cm (2.76 in.) |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with electric clutch | Independent with electric clutch |
| Rated RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | — |
| Spark Plug | Champion RC12YC | — |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 109.0 cm (42.9 in.) | 106.0 cm (41.7 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 119.0 cm (46.9 in.) | 119.0 cm (46.9 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 | 7.1 l (1.9 gal) | 5.7 l (1.5 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-30, API: SG, SH, SJ | SAE 5W-20, 10W-30 |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 4.8 km/h (Forward: 6.0 MPH (9.7 km/h) Reverse: 3.0 MPH) | 4.8 km/h (Forward: 6.0 MPH (9.7 km/h) Reverse: 3.0 MPH) |
| Brakes | Internal expanding | Internal expanding |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 16×6.5-8 | Lawn/turf: 15×6-6 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 23×9.5-12 | Lawn/turf: 20×9-8 |
| Ground Clearance | — | 15.0 cm (5.9 in.) |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.
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