Cub Cadet XT1 LT42

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 is a compact lawn and garden tractor designed for homeowners with medium-sized yards. It features a 2WD drive system and a belt-driven hydrostatic transmission, offering smooth operation with infinite forward and reverse speeds. The tractor is powered by a single-cylinder, air-cooled Kohler SV541 gasoline engine that produces 18 hp at 3600 rpm, providing average power for its class.

This tractor measures 67.7 inches long and 42.1 inches high, making it easy to maneuver in tight spaces. It has a light operating weight of 407.9 lb, which is below average for its category. The XT1 LT42 comes equipped with lawn/turf tires, an independent PTO with manual clutch, and an open operator station for comfort during use. Additional features include a 11.4 L fuel tank capacity and an electric starter for convenient operation. With its disc brakes and manual steering, this Cub Cadet model offers reliable performance for everyday lawn care tasks.
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Key Specifications

Category: Lawn and Garden

Power Output: 18 hp (13.4 kW)

Transmission: Belt-driven Hydrostatic

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 408 lb (185 kg)

Fuel Type: Gasoline

Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 is Average. It is greater than 49% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

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Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 is Poor. It is greater than 7% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 is Average. It is greater than 45% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 is Average. It is greater than 55% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Kohler
Model
SV541
Cooling Type
Air-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Induction Type
Natural Aspiration
Cylinders
1
Displacement
36 ci (0.6 L)
Bore
3.70 in (94.0 mm)
Stroke
3.39 in (86.1 mm)
Rated RPM
3600
Power Output
18 hp (13.4 kW)

Transmission

Type
Belt-driven Hydrostatic
Forward Gears
Infinite
Reverse Gears
Infinite

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Manual
Brake Type
Disc