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" |