Same brandLawn and Garden tractorsSpec sheet
Cub Cadet LTX 1046M
The Cub Cadet LTX 1046M is a lawn and garden tractor made from 2009 to 2014. It has a 22 hp Kohler Courage SV715 engine, which is pretty strong for its size. The engine is air-cooled and has two cylinders in a V-shape. It runs on regular gasoline and doesn't need any special air intake. This tractor has a hydrostatic transmission, which means it can go forward and backward smoothly without changing gears. It has two-wheel drive and manual steering. The LTX 1046M is 68.9 inches long and weighs 511 pounds, making it lighter than many other tractors. It has an open seat for the driver and uses an electric starter. The tractor comes with a 46-inch mower deck that you can lift up and down by hand. It has special tires for use on lawns and grass.
ManufacturerCub CadetPower22 hp(16.4 kW)ClassUnder 25 HP tractors →Engine2-cylinderTransmissionHydrostatic
Key specifications
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine power
- 22hp
- Operating weight
- 511 lb
- Transmission
- Hydrostatic
Category comparison
LTX 1046M compared with its category
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Lawn and Garden tractors
22 hp · 70th
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The LTX 1046M ranks at the 70th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Cub Cadet LTX 1046M
The Cub Cadet LTX 1046M is a lawn and garden tractor made from 2009 to 2014. It has a 22 hp Kohler Courage SV715 engine, which is pretty strong for its size. The engine is air-cooled and has two cylinders in a V-shape. It runs on regular gasoline and doesn't need any special air intake. This tractor has a hydrostatic transmission, which means it can go forward and backward smoothly without changing gears. It has two-wheel drive and manual steering. The LTX 1046M is 68.9 inches long and weighs 511 pounds, making it lighter than many other tractors. It has an open seat for the driver and uses an electric starter. The tractor comes with a 46-inch mower deck that you can lift up and down by hand. It has special tires for use on lawns and grass.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet |
|---|---|
| Model | LTX 1046M |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 2009–2014 |
| Operating weight | 511lb(231.8 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | Courage SV715 |
| Power | 22hp(16.41 kW) |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Displacement | 44.2ci(0.72 L) |
| Bore | 3.27in(83.06 mm) |
| Stroke | 2.64in(67.06 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Hydrostatic |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual sector and pinion |
| Brakes | Disc |
| Cab | Open operator station |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Independent with electric clutch |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 68.9in(1,750 mm) |
|---|---|
| Operating weight | 511lb(231.8 kg) |
Closest alternatives
LTX 1046M compared with the nearest models by horsepower
By engine horsepower, the nearest lawn and garden models to the LTX 1046M are the Cub Cadet XT1 LT46 and the Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 KH. The Cub Cadet XT1 LT46 matches it on rated power and weighs 100 lb less, carrying 19 lb per horsepower against 23 lb. It entered production in 2015, 6 years after the LTX 1046M. The Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 KH matches it on rated power and weighs 60 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. It entered production in 2015, 6 years after the LTX 1046M. Of the 3 models, the LTX 1046M has the highest weight per horsepower at 23 lb per hp.
| Spec | Cub Cadet LTX 1046M | Cub Cadet XT1 LT46 | Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 KH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 22 hp16.4 kW | 22 hp16.4 kW | 22 hp16.4 kW |
| Operating weight | 511 lb232 kg | 408 lb185 kg | 450 lb204 kg |
| Weight per hp | 23 lb/hp14 kg/kW | 19 lb/hp11 kg/kW | 20 lb/hp12 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 44.2 ci0.72 L | 44.2 ci0.72 L | 44.2 ci0.72 L |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Belt-driven hydrostatic | Belt-driven hydrostatic |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD |
| Years built | 2009-2014 | 2015+ | 2015+ |
Calculators
Calculators for the LTX 1046M
PTO power
About 18 to 20 PTO hp
Estimated from the 22 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 22 hp tractor can run
The calculator sizes mowers, tillers, discs, plows and balers for this tractor.
Ballast
27 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 130 to 150 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
22 hp is 16.4 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
LTX 1046M vs. Lawn and Garden median
Cub Cadet LTX 1046M compared with other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 22 hp | 18 hp | +22% | 70th |
| Engine Displacement | 44.2 ci | 41.1 ci | +8% | 62nd |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 511 lb | 738 lb | -31% | 19th |
| Length | 68.9 in | 71.7 in | -4% | 38th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the lawn and garden tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 314–380 models).
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Gallery
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was the Cub Cadet LTX 1046M in production?
Cub Cadet LTX 1046M production started in 2009 and ended in 2014.
How much horsepower does the Cub Cadet LTX 1046M have?
The Cub Cadet LTX 1046M produces 22 hp from its 2-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 44.2 ci.
How much does the Cub Cadet LTX 1046M weigh?
The Cub Cadet LTX 1046M weighs about 511 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the Cub Cadet LTX 1046M?
Transmission on the Cub Cadet LTX 1046M is Hydrostatic.
What maintenance does the Cub Cadet LTX 1046M require?
The Cub Cadet LTX 1046M 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.