Cub CadetModel A
Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW
Lawn and Garden
- power
- 18 hp
- displacement
- 36.8 ci
- Cylinders
- 2
- Forward gears
- Not recorded
Head to head · Lawn and Garden
Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW vs Power King 2418
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Power KingModel B
Power King 2418
Lawn and Garden
- power
- 18 hp
- displacement
- 35.9 ci
- Cylinders
- 1
- Forward gears
- 4
Cub CadetCub Cadet LTX1042 KW
vs
Power KingPower King 2418
How they compare
Headline specs vs. the whole Lawn and Garden
Engine Power
= Effectively tiedLTX1042 KW18 hp
241818 hp
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor18 hp
LTX1042 KW is in the 50th percentile; 2418 is in the 50th · 380 models
Engine Displacement
▲ LTX1042 KW higher · +0.9 ci (+3%)LTX1042 KW36.8 ci
241835.9 ci
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor41.1 ci
LTX1042 KW is in the 38th percentile; 2418 is in the 33rd · 366 models
Cylinders
▲ LTX1042 KW higher · +1 (+100%)LTX1042 KW2
24181
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor2
LTX1042 KW is in the 50th percentile; 2418 is in the 17th · 376 models
Operating Weight
▲ 2418 higher · +594 lb (+120%)LTX1042 KW496 lb
24181,090 lb
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor738 lb
LTX1042 KW is in the 13th percentile; 2418 is in the 66th · 314 models
LTX1042 KW (A)2418 (B)Median Lawn and Garden Tractor
Full comparison
Every spec, side by side
General Information
| Spec | Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW | Power King 2418 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet | Power King | — |
| Model | LTX1042 KW | 2418 | — |
| Category | Lawn and Garden | Lawn and Garden | Same |
Engine
| Spec | Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW | Power King 2418 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki | Kohler | — |
| Model | FR600V | K361 | — |
| Power Output | 18hp | 18hp | Same |
| Rated RPM | 3,600RPM | 3,600RPM | Same |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 | ▲ LTX1042 KW+1 · +100% |
| Displacement | 36.8ci | 35.9ci | ▲ LTX1042 KW+0.9 ci · +3% |
| Bore | 2.9in | 3.7in | ▲ 2418+0.8 in · +28% |
| Stroke | 2.8in | 3.3in | ▲ 2418+0.5 in · +18% |
Transmission
| Spec | Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW | Power King 2418 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Belt-driven Hydrostatic | Shaft-driven gear type with dry disc clutch | — |
Dimensions & Weight
| Spec | Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW | Power King 2418 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 68.9in | 92.9in | ▲ 2418+24 in · +35% |
| Width | Not recorded | 41.3in | — |
| Height | Not recorded | 54.7in | — |
| Operating Weight | 496lb | 1,090lb | ▲ 2418+594 lb · +120% |
Hydraulics
| Spec | Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW | Power King 2418 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| System Type | Not recorded | Open center | — |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Same |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Spec | Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW | Power King 2418 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Independent with Manual Lever Clutch | Independent with electro-magnetic clutch | — |
| Speed 1 | Not recorded | 2,000rpm | — |
Hitch & Towing
| Spec | Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW | Power King 2418 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitch Category | Not recorded | Category 0 | — |
Chassis & Drive
| Spec | Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW | Power King 2418 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis Type | 4x2 2WD | 4x2 2WD | Same |
| Drive Type | 2WD | 2WD | Same |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Same |
| Brake Type | Not recorded | Mechanical Drum | — |
Electrical
| Spec | Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW | Power King 2418 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Type | Electric | Electric | Same |
Operator Station
| Spec | Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW | Power King 2418 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Open Operator Station | Open | — |
Category context
Both models against the field
Engine Power
median 18 hpA · 50th percentile (18 hp)B · 50th percentile (18 hp)
Engine Displacement
median 41.1 ciA · 38th percentile (36.8 ci)B · 33rd percentile (35.9 ci)
Cylinders
median 2A · 50th percentile (2)B · 17th percentile (1)
Operating Weight
median 738 lbA · 13th percentile (496 lb)B · 66th percentile (1,090 lb)
Length
median 71.7 inA · 38th percentile (68.9 in)B · 84th percentile (92.9 in)
A · LTX1042 KWB · 2418Median Lawn and Garden Tractor