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" |