Lawn and Garden tractorsSpec sheet
Cub Cadet SLTX1050
The Cub Cadet SLTX1050 is a powerful lawn and garden tractor made from 2009 to 2014. It has a strong 25 hp Kohler Courage SV730 engine, which is very high-powered for its class. The engine is air-cooled and uses gasoline. It has two cylinders and a very high displacement of 44.2 ci. This tractor has a 2WD drive system and a hydrostatic transmission, which means it's easy to control. It has an open operator station and uses manual steering. The SLTX1050 is 68.9 inches long and weighs 547 pounds, making it lighter than average for its type. It has lawn/turf tires, with larger ones in the back for better traction. The fuel tank holds 3.3 US gallons. The tractor starts with an electric starter and has an independent PTO with an electric clutch for using attachments.
ManufacturerCub CadetPower25 hp(18.6 kW)Class25–40 HP tractors →Engine2-cylinderTransmissionHydrostatic
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Key specifications
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine power
- 25hp
- Operating weight
- 547 lb
- Transmission
- Hydrostatic
Category comparison
SLTX1050 compared with its category
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Lawn and Garden tractors
25 hp · 85th
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The SLTX1050 ranks at the 85th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Cub Cadet SLTX1050
The Cub Cadet SLTX1050 is a powerful lawn and garden tractor made from 2009 to 2014. It has a strong 25 hp Kohler Courage SV730 engine, which is very high-powered for its class. The engine is air-cooled and uses gasoline. It has two cylinders and a very high displacement of 44.2 ci. This tractor has a 2WD drive system and a hydrostatic transmission, which means it's easy to control. It has an open operator station and uses manual steering. The SLTX1050 is 68.9 inches long and weighs 547 pounds, making it lighter than average for its type. It has lawn/turf tires, with larger ones in the back for better traction. The fuel tank holds 3.3 US gallons. The tractor starts with an electric starter and has an independent PTO with an electric clutch for using attachments.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet |
|---|---|
| Model | SLTX1050 |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 2009–2014 |
| Operating weight | 547lb(248.1 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | Courage SV730 |
| Power | 25hp(18.64 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 |
| Cab | Open Operator Station |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Independent with electric clutch |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 68.9in(1,750 mm) |
|---|---|
| Operating weight | 547lb(248.1 kg) |
Closest alternatives
SLTX1050 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest lawn and garden models to the Cub Cadet SLTX1050 by rated horsepower are the Cub Cadet XT3 GSX and the Cub Cadet SLT1550. The Cub Cadet XT3 GSX matches it on rated power and weighs 250 lb more, at 32 lb per horsepower against 22 lb. It entered production in 2015, 6 years after the SLTX1050. The Cub Cadet SLT1550 matches it on rated power at almost the same operating weight. Of the 3 models, the SLTX1050 has the lowest weight per horsepower at 22 lb per hp.
| Spec | Cub Cadet SLTX1050 | Cub Cadet XT3 GSX | Cub Cadet SLT1550 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 25 hp18.6 kW | 25 hp18.6 kW | 25 hp18.6 kW |
| Operating weight | 547 lb248 kg | 798 lb362 kg | 551 lb250 kg |
| Weight per hp | 22 lb/hp13 kg/kW | 32 lb/hp19 kg/kW | 22 lb/hp13 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 44.2 ci0.72 L | 44 ci0.72 L | 44.2 ci0.72 L |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD |
| Years built | 2009-2014 | 2015+ | 2006-2008 |
Calculators
Calculators for the SLTX1050
PTO power
About 21 to 23 PTO hp
Estimated from the 25 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 25 hp tractor can run
The calculator sizes mowers, tillers, discs, plows and balers for this tractor.
Ballast
25 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 130 to 150 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
25 hp is 18.6 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
SLTX1050 vs. Lawn and Garden median
Cub Cadet SLTX1050 compared with other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 25 hp | 18 hp | +39% | 85th |
| Engine Displacement | 44.2 ci | 41.1 ci | +8% | 62nd |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 547 lb | 738 lb | -26% | 27th |
| 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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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What years was the Cub Cadet SLTX1050 manufactured?
Production of the Cub Cadet SLTX1050 ran from 2009 through 2014.
What type of transmission does the Cub Cadet SLTX1050 have?
The Cub Cadet SLTX1050 uses a Hydrostatic transmission.
How powerful is the Cub Cadet SLTX1050?
The Cub Cadet SLTX1050 has an engine power output of 25 hp. It is powered by a 2-cylinder engine displacing 44.2 ci.
What is the working weight of the Cub Cadet SLTX1050?
The operating weight of the Cub Cadet SLTX1050 is approximately 547 lb.
What routine service does the Cub Cadet SLTX1050 need?
Regular maintenance for the Cub Cadet SLTX1050 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.