Cub Cadet 1180 vs John Deere LX288
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1180 and the John Deere LX288 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1180 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1999 for the John Deere LX288.
- The Cub Cadet 1180 is heavier: 226 kg versus 220 kg for the John Deere LX288.
- The Cub Cadet 1180 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1180 | John Deere LX288 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2000–2002 | 1999–2003 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 226 kg | 220 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 120 cm |
| Length | — | 176 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1180 or the John Deere LX288?
The Cub Cadet 1180 and the John Deere LX288 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1180 or the John Deere LX288?
The Cub Cadet 1180 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1999 for the John Deere LX288.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1180 or the John Deere LX288?
The Cub Cadet 1180 is heavier: 226 kg versus 220 kg for the John Deere LX288.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1180 or the John Deere LX288?
The Cub Cadet 1180 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".