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Cub Cadet 1862
The Cub Cadet 1862 is a compact lawn and garden tractor built from 1990 to 1992. It features a 2WD chassis with power steering, making it easy to maneuver around yards and gardens. The tractor is powered by a Kohler Magnum M18 engine, which is an air-cooled, V-twin gasoline engine with 18 horsepower. This engine power is about average for tractors in its class. At 71.7 inches long, 37.4 inches wide, and 43.7 inches tall, the 1862 is a good size for residential use. It weighs 893 pounds, which is on the heavier side for lawn tractors, giving it good stability. The tractor has a shaft-driven hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears, allowing for smooth speed changes. It comes with lawn/turf tires, an independent PTO with electric clutch, and an open operator station. The 5-gallon fuel tank provides enough capacity for extended mowing sessions.
ManufacturerCub CadetPower18 hp(13.4 kW)ClassUnder 25 HP tractors →Engine2-cylinderTransmissionShaft-Driven Hydrostatic
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Key specifications
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine power
- 18hp
- Operating weight
- 893 lb
- Transmission
- Shaft-Driven Hydrostatic
Category comparison
1862 compared with its category
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Lawn and Garden tractors
18 hp · 50th
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The 1862 ranks at the 50th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Cub Cadet 1862
The Cub Cadet 1862 is a compact lawn and garden tractor built from 1990 to 1992. It features a 2WD chassis with power steering, making it easy to maneuver around yards and gardens. The tractor is powered by a Kohler Magnum M18 engine, which is an air-cooled, V-twin gasoline engine with 18 horsepower. This engine power is about average for tractors in its class. At 71.7 inches long, 37.4 inches wide, and 43.7 inches tall, the 1862 is a good size for residential use. It weighs 893 pounds, which is on the heavier side for lawn tractors, giving it good stability. The tractor has a shaft-driven hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears, allowing for smooth speed changes. It comes with lawn/turf tires, an independent PTO with electric clutch, and an open operator station. The 5-gallon fuel tank provides enough capacity for extended mowing sessions.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet |
|---|---|
| Model | 1862 |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1990–1992 |
| Operating weight | 893lb(405.1 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | Magnum M18 |
| Power | 18hp(13.42 kW) |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Displacement | 42.2ci(0.69 L) |
| Bore | 3.11in(78.99 mm) |
| Stroke | 2.76in(70.1 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Shaft-Driven Hydrostatic |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Brakes | Dual Disc |
| Cab | Open Operator Station |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Independent with Electric Clutch |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 71.7in(1,821 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 37.4in(950 mm) |
| Height | 43.7in(1,110 mm) |
| Operating weight | 893lb(405.1 kg) |
Closest alternatives
1862 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among lawn and garden tractors, the Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 KW and the Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW are closest to the Cub Cadet 1862 in rated horsepower. The Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 KW matches it on rated power. It entered production in 2015, 25 years after the 1862. The Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW matches it on rated power and weighs 400 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. It entered production in 2012, 22 years after the 1862.
| Spec | Cub Cadet 1862 | Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 KW | Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 18 hp13.4 kW | 18 hp13.4 kW | 18 hp13.4 kW |
| Operating weight | 893 lb405 kg | - | 496 lb225 kg |
| Weight per hp | 50 lb/hp30 kg/kW | - | 28 lb/hp17 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 42.2 ci0.69 L | 36.8 ci0.6 L | 36.8 ci0.6 L |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Transmission | Shaft-Driven Hydrostatic | Belt-driven hydrostatic | Belt-driven Hydrostatic |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD |
| Years built | 1990-1992 | 2015+ | 2012-2014 |
Calculators
Calculators for the 1862
PTO power
About 15 to 16 PTO hp
Estimated from the 18 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 18 hp tractor can run
The calculator sizes mowers, tillers, discs, plows and balers for this tractor.
Ballast
58 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 130 to 150 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
18 hp is 13.4 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
1862 vs. Lawn and Garden median
Cub Cadet 1862 compared with other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 18 hp | 18 hp | at median | 50th |
| Engine Displacement | 42.2 ci | 41.1 ci | +3% | 54th |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 893 lb | 738 lb | +21% | 60th |
| Length | 71.7 in | 71.7 in | at median | 50th |
| Width | 37.4 in | 43.3 in | -14% | 26th |
| Height | 43.7 in | 42.9 in | +2% | 60th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the lawn and garden tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 269–380 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What years was the Cub Cadet 1862 manufactured?
Production of the Cub Cadet 1862 ran from 1990 through 1992.
How powerful is the Cub Cadet 1862?
The Cub Cadet 1862 has an engine power output of 18 hp. It is powered by a 2-cylinder engine displacing 42.2 ci.
What is the working weight of the Cub Cadet 1862?
The operating weight of the Cub Cadet 1862 is approximately 893 lb.
What type of transmission does the Cub Cadet 1862 have?
The Cub Cadet 1862 uses a Shaft-Driven Hydrostatic transmission.
What three-point hitch category does the Cub Cadet 1862 use?
The Cub Cadet 1862 has a Category Category 0 three-point hitch.
What routine service does the Cub Cadet 1862 need?
Regular maintenance for the Cub Cadet 1862 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.