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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 hpEngine2-cylTransHydrostatic
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Quick specs
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine Power Output
- 25hp
- Operating Weight
- 547 lb
- Transmission
- Hydrostatic
At a glance
How the SLTX1050 compares
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all 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
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet |
|---|---|
| Model | SLTX1050 |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 2009–2014 |
| Operating weight | 547lb |
Engine
| Make | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | Courage SV730 |
| Power | 25hp |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Displacement | 44.2ci |
| Bore | 3.27in |
| Stroke | 2.64in |
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 |
|---|---|
| Operating weight | 547lb |
Head to head
SLTX1050 vs. Lawn and Garden median
How the Cub Cadet SLTX1050 compares to 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 computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 314–380 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Cub Cadet tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cub Cadet GT 3200 | 25 hp | 805 lb | 2005–2010 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet SLT1550 | 25 hp | 551 lb | 2006–2008 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet XT3 GSX | 25 hp | 798 lb | 2015+ | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet XT1 GT50 | 24.9 hp | 529.1 lb | 2015+ | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet LT1024 | 24 hp | 520 lb | 2004+ | Compare → |
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| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allis Chalmers 5020 | 25 hp | 2,060 lb | 1977–1985 | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers FD3 | 25 hp | 3,150 lb | — | Compare → |
| Apollo 254 | 25 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Belarus 254 | 25 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Bobcat CT1025 | 24.5 hp | 1,488 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common 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.