Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 vs John Deere X166
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 and the John Deere X166 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere X166 is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2015 for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42.
- The John Deere X166 is heavier: 240 kg versus 185 kg for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42.
- The John Deere X166 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 | John Deere X166 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2015+ | 2018–2020 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 185 kg | 240 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 199 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the John Deere X166?
The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 and the John Deere X166 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the John Deere X166?
The John Deere X166 is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2015 for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the John Deere X166?
The John Deere X166 is heavier: 240 kg versus 185 kg for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the John Deere X166?
The John Deere X166 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".