SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet LTX 1045 vs Cub Cadet LTX 1042 KH
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet LTX 1045 and the Cub Cadet LTX 1042 KH. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet LTX 104514.9 kW (20.0 HP)
Cub Cadet LTX 1042 KH14.9 kW (20.0 HP)
Weight
Cub Cadet LTX 1045230.0 kg (507.1 lbs)
Cub Cadet LTX 1042 KH225.0 kg (496.0 lbs)
| Specification | Cub Cadet LTX 1045 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Cub Cadet LTX 1042 KHGarden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Lawn Tractor | Lawn Tractor |
| Horsepower | 14.9 kW (20.0 HP) | 14.9 kW (20.0 HP) |
| Weight | 230.0 kg (507.1 lbs) | 225.0 kg (496.0 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | Belt-driven hydrostatic |
| Length | 175.0 cm (68.9 in.) | 175.0 cm (68.9 in.) |
| Years Made | 2009-2014 | 2009-2011 |
| Engine Model | Kohler Courage SV600 | Kohler SV600 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, air-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Displacement | 597 cc (36.4 cu in.) | 596 cc (36.4 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.40 cm (3.70 in.) | 9.40 cm (3.70 in.) |
| Stroke | 8.61 cm (3.39 in.) | 8.61 cm (3.39 in.) |
| Middle PTO Type | Independent with manual lever clutch | — |
| Middle PTO Speed | – | — |
| Torque Speed | 46.1 N·m (34.0 lb-ft) | — |
| Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | — |
| Spark Plug | Champion RC12YC | — |
| Battery | 12 V CCA: 190A | 12 V, CCA 190A |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Wheelbase | 120.0 cm (47.2 in.) | 120.0 cm (47.2 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12.5 l (3.3 gal) | 12.5 l (3.3 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.5 l (0.4 gal) | 1.5 l (0.4 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 1.8 l (0.5 gal) | 1.8 l (0.5 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-30, API: SJ | — |
| Transmission Model | Tuff Torq K46A | — |
| 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: 5.2 MPH (8.4 km/h) Reverse: 2.3 MPH) |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 15×6 | Lawn/turf: 15x6x6 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 20×8 | Lawn/turf: 20x8x8 |
| Front PTO Type | — | Independent with manual lever clutch |
| Rated RPM | — | 3600 RPM |
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