Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW

The Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW is a lawn and garden tractor built from 2012 to 2014. It's designed for homeowners who need a reliable machine for mowing and light yard work. This tractor has a 2WD system with manual steering, making it easy to maneuver around gardens and lawns. Under the hood, you'll find a Kawasaki FR600V engine. This air-cooled, V-twin gasoline engine packs 18 hp, which is average power for its class. The engine has a displacement of 36.8 ci, also about average for similar tractors. It runs at a very high 3600 rpm, giving it plenty of pep for lawn care tasks. The tractor uses a belt-driven hydrostatic transmission, offering smooth, infinite forward and reverse speeds. It has an independent PTO with a manual lever clutch, perfect for attaching and using various lawn implements. The LTX1042 KW is compact, measuring 68.9 inches long and weighing 496 pounds. This light weight makes it easy to move around and store. It features lawn/turf tires for both front and rear, providing good traction without damaging your grass. The open operator station and electric starter add to its user-friendly design. While it may not be the most powerful tractor out there, it's a solid choice for regular lawn maintenance in residential settings.

ManufacturerCub CadetPower18 hp(13.4 kW)ClassUnder 25 HP tractors →Engine2-cylinderTransmissionBelt-driven Hydrostatic
Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW

Key specifications

Category
Lawn and Garden
Engine power
18hp
Operating weight
496 lb
Transmission
Belt-driven Hydrostatic
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LTX1042 KW compared with its category

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Engine Power (hp)

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18 hp · 50th

This model

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Median 18 hp
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This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380

The LTX1042 KW ranks at the 50th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.

Overview

About the Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW

The Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW is a lawn and garden tractor built from 2012 to 2014. It's designed for homeowners who need a reliable machine for mowing and light yard work. This tractor has a 2WD system with manual steering, making it easy to maneuver around gardens and lawns. Under the hood, you'll find a Kawasaki FR600V engine. This air-cooled, V-twin gasoline engine packs 18 hp, which is average power for its class. The engine has a displacement of 36.8 ci, also about average for similar tractors. It runs at a very high 3600 rpm, giving it plenty of pep for lawn care tasks. The tractor uses a belt-driven hydrostatic transmission, offering smooth, infinite forward and reverse speeds. It has an independent PTO with a manual lever clutch, perfect for attaching and using various lawn implements. The LTX1042 KW is compact, measuring 68.9 inches long and weighing 496 pounds. This light weight makes it easy to move around and store. It features lawn/turf tires for both front and rear, providing good traction without damaging your grass. The open operator station and electric starter add to its user-friendly design. While it may not be the most powerful tractor out there, it's a solid choice for regular lawn maintenance in residential settings.

Full specifications

Recorded specifications

General

ManufacturerCub Cadet
ModelLTX1042 KW
CategoryLawn and Garden tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built2012–2014
Operating weight496lb(225 kg)

Engine

MakeKawasaki
ModelFR600V
Power18hp(13.42 kW)
Cylinders2
Displacement36.8ci(0.6 L)
Bore2.87in(72.9 mm)
Stroke2.83in(71.88 mm)

Transmission

TypeBelt-driven Hydrostatic

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringManual
CabOpen Operator Station

Power take-off

Rear PTOIndependent with Manual Lever Clutch

Dimensions

Length68.9in(1,750 mm)
Operating weight496lb(225 kg)

Closest alternatives

LTX1042 KW compared with the nearest models by horsepower

By engine horsepower, the nearest lawn and garden models to the LTX1042 KW are the Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 KW and the Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KW. The Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 KW matches it on rated power. The Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KW matches it on rated power at almost the same operating weight.

Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW compared with Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 KW and Cub Cadet LTX 1046 KW
SpecCub Cadet LTX1042 KWCub Cadet XT2 LX42 KWCub Cadet LTX 1046 KW
Engine power18 hp13.4 kW18 hp13.4 kW18 hp13.4 kW
Operating weight496 lb225 kg-511 lb232 kg
Weight per hp28 lb/hp17 kg/kW-28 lb/hp17 kg/kW
Displacement36.8 ci0.6 L36.8 ci0.6 L36.8 ci0.6 L
Cylinders222
TransmissionBelt-driven HydrostaticBelt-driven hydrostaticHydrostatic
Drive2WD2WD2WD
Years built2012-20142015+2011-2014

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Category medians

LTX1042 KW vs. Lawn and Garden median

Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW compared with other Lawn and Garden tractors

SpecThis modelLawn and Garden medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power18 hp18 hpat median50th
Engine Displacement36.8 ci41.1 ci-10%38th
Cylinders22at median50th
Operating Weight496 lb738 lb-33%13th
Length68.9 in71.7 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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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When was the Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW made?

The Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW was manufactured from 2012 to 2014.

What is the operating weight of the Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW?

The Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW has an operating weight of about 496 lb.

Which transmission does the Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW use?

The Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW is equipped with a Belt-driven Hydrostatic transmission.

What is the engine power output of the Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW?

Rated engine output for the Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW is 18 hp, delivered by a 2-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 36.8 ci.

How do I maintain a Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW?

Routine service for the Cub Cadet LTX1042 KW covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.