Cub Cadet LTX 1042 vs John Deere 318
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet LTX 1042 and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet LTX 1042 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.
- The Cub Cadet LTX 1042 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet LTX 1042 | John Deere 318 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2012–2014 | 1983–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 225 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 290 kg |
| Wheelbase | 120 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 175 cm | 173 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet LTX 1042 or the John Deere 318?
The Cub Cadet LTX 1042 and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet LTX 1042 or the John Deere 318?
The Cub Cadet LTX 1042 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet LTX 1042 or the John Deere 318?
The Cub Cadet LTX 1042 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
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