Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 vs John Deere 318
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.
- The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 | John Deere 318 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2015+ | 1983–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 185 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 290 kg |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 173 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the John Deere 318?
The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the John Deere 318?
The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the John Deere 318?
The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".