SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet LT1042 vs Toro LX426
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet LT1042 and the Toro LX426. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet LT104214.2 kW (19.0 HP)
Toro LX42614.9 kW (20.0 HP)
Weight
Cub Cadet LT1042226.0 kg (498.2 lbs)
Toro LX426226.0 kg (498.2 lbs)
| Specification | Cub Cadet LT1042 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Toro LX426 Garden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Lawn Tractor | Lawn Tractor |
| Horsepower | 14.2 kW (19.0 HP) | 14.9 kW (20.0 HP) |
| Weight | 226.0 kg (498.2 lbs) | 226.0 kg (498.2 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | Mechanical CVT |
| Length | 173.0 cm (68.1 in.) | 172.7 cm (68.0 in.) |
| Years Made | 2005-2008 | 2008-2009 |
| Engine Model | Kohler Courage SV590 | Briggs & Stratton Intek 331777 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, air-cooled |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Displacement | 597 cc (36.4 cu in.) | 501 cc (30.6 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.40 cm (3.70 in.) | 9.07 cm (3.57 in.) |
| Stroke | 8.61 cm (3.39 in.) | 7.77 cm (3.06 in.) |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with electric clutch | Independent with manual clutch |
| Torque Speed | 48.8 N·m (36.0 lb-ft) | — |
| Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | — |
| Spark Plug | Champion QC12YC | — |
| 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 | 117.0 cm (46.1 in.) | 116.8 cm (46.0 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.2 l (3.5 gal) | 11.4 l (3.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.5 l (0.4 gal) | 1.4 l (0.4 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 2.2 l (0.6 gal) | — |
| Engine Oil Type | 10 W-30 | — |
| Engine Oil Change Period | Every 100 h | — |
| Transmission Model | Hydro-Gear 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 (8.9 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: 20x10x8 | Lawn/turf: 20x8x8 |
| Width | — | 114.3 cm (45.0 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | — | 11.4 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.