Cub Cadet 1180 vs John Deere LX280
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1180 and the John Deere LX280 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere LX280 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2000 for the Cub Cadet 1180.
- The Cub Cadet 1180 is heavier: 226 kg versus 220 kg for the John Deere LX280.
- The Cub Cadet 1180 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1180 | John Deere LX280 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2000–2002 | 2004–2005 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 226 kg | 220 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 124 cm |
| Length | — | 170 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1180 or the John Deere LX280?
The Cub Cadet 1180 and the John Deere LX280 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1180 or the John Deere LX280?
The John Deere LX280 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2000 for the Cub Cadet 1180.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1180 or the John Deere LX280?
The Cub Cadet 1180 is heavier: 226 kg versus 220 kg for the John Deere LX280.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1180 or the John Deere LX280?
The Cub Cadet 1180 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".