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Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH

The Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH is a lawn and garden tractor made from 2009 to 2014. It's a 2WD model with a hydrostatic transmission, which means it's easy to drive with smooth speed changes. The tractor has a Kohler Courage SV720 engine that's air-cooled and runs on gasoline. This engine is pretty powerful for its size, with 23 hp and two cylinders in a V-twin layout. This tractor is good for yard work, with lawn and turf tires on both front and back. It's not too big, measuring about 69 inches long, and weighs 511 pounds. The LTX 1046 KH has some nice features like an electric starter, disc brakes, and a PTO (power take-off) that works independently with an electric clutch. It also has a 12.5-liter fuel tank, which is enough for most lawn jobs. Compared to other tractors, it has an above-average engine size and power, making it a solid choice for home use.

ManufacturerCub CadetPower23 hpEngine2-cylTransHydrostatic
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Quick specs

Category
Lawn and Garden
Engine Power Output
23hp
Operating Weight
511 lb
Transmission
Hydrostatic
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How the LTX 1046 KH compares

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Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Lawn and Garden tractors

23 hp · 76th

This model

4
Median 18 hp
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This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380

The LTX 1046 KH ranks at the 76th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.

Overview

About the Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH

The Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH is a lawn and garden tractor made from 2009 to 2014. It's a 2WD model with a hydrostatic transmission, which means it's easy to drive with smooth speed changes. The tractor has a Kohler Courage SV720 engine that's air-cooled and runs on gasoline. This engine is pretty powerful for its size, with 23 hp and two cylinders in a V-twin layout. This tractor is good for yard work, with lawn and turf tires on both front and back. It's not too big, measuring about 69 inches long, and weighs 511 pounds. The LTX 1046 KH has some nice features like an electric starter, disc brakes, and a PTO (power take-off) that works independently with an electric clutch. It also has a 12.5-liter fuel tank, which is enough for most lawn jobs. Compared to other tractors, it has an above-average engine size and power, making it a solid choice for home use.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerCub Cadet
ModelLTX 1046 KH
CategoryLawn and Garden tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built2009–2014
Operating weight511lb

Engine

MakeKohler
ModelCourage SV720
Power23hp
Cylinders2
Displacement44.2ci
Bore3.27in
Stroke2.64in

Transmission

TypeHydrostatic

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringManual sector and pinion
BrakesDisc
CabOpen operator station

Power take-off

Rear PTOIndependent with electric clutch

Dimensions

Length68.9in
Operating weight511lb

Head to head

LTX 1046 KH vs. Lawn and Garden median

How the Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH compares to other Lawn and Garden tractors

SpecThis modelLawn and Garden medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power23 hp18 hp+28%76th
Engine Displacement44.2 ci41.1 ci+8%62nd
Cylinders22at median50th
Operating Weight511 lb738 lb-31%19th
Length68.9 in71.7 in-4%38th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 314380 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

When was the Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH in production?

Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH production started in 2009 and ended in 2014.

How much horsepower does the Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH have?

The Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH produces 23 hp from its 2-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 44.2 ci.

How much does the Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH weigh?

The Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH weighs about 511 lb in operating condition.

What transmission is in the Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH?

Transmission on the Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH is Hydrostatic.

What maintenance does the Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH require?

Like any tractor, the Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KH needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.