SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet LT1018 vs Toro LX420
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet LT1018 and the Toro LX420. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet LT101813.8 kW (18.5 HP)
Toro LX42013.4 kW (18.0 HP)
Weight
Cub Cadet LT1018227.0 kg (500.4 lbs)
Toro LX420226.0 kg (498.2 lbs)
| Specification | Cub Cadet LT1018 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Toro LX420 Garden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Lawn Tractor | Lawn Tractor |
| Horsepower | 13.8 kW (18.5 HP) | 13.4 kW (18.0 HP) |
| Weight | 227.0 kg (500.4 lbs) | 226.0 kg (498.2 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Belt-driven hydrostatic | Mechanical CVT |
| Length | 172.0 cm (67.7 in.) | 173.0 cm (68.1 in.) |
| Years Made | 2004-Present | 2006-2007 |
| Engine Model | Briggs & Stratton 31Q777 | Kohler Courage SV540 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, air-cooled |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Displacement | 501 cc (30.6 cu in.) | 535 cc (32.6 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.99 cm (3.54 in.) | 8.89 cm (3.50 in.) |
| Stroke | 7.80 cm (3.07 in.) | 8.61 cm (3.39 in.) |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with electric clutch | Independent with manual clutch |
| Torque Power | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 35.0 N·m (25.8 lb-ft) | 43.5 N·m (32.1 lb-ft) |
| Rated RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Spark Plug | Champion RC12YC | — |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA: 190A | 12 V, CCA 190A |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 109.0 cm (42.9 in.) | 109.0 cm (42.9 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 119.0 cm (46.9 in.) | 117.0 cm (46.1 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11.4 l (3.0 gal) | 11.4 l (3.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.4 l (0.4 gal) | 1.5 l (0.4 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-30 | — |
| Transmission Model | Hydro-Gear 311-0510 | — |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 3.7 km/h (Forward: 5.2 MPH (8.4 km/h) Reverse: 2.3 MPH) | 3.7 km/h (Forward: 5.5 MPH (8.8 km/h) Reverse: 2.3 MPH) |
| Brakes | Dry disc | Dry disc |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 15x6x6 | Lawn/turf: 15x6x6 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 20x9x8 | Lawn/turf: 20x8x8 |
| Width | — | 114.5 cm (45.1 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | — | 11.5 cm (4.5 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.