Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 vs Simplicity 6118
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 and the Simplicity 6118 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 1979 for the Simplicity 6118.
- The Simplicity 6118 is heavier: 195 kg versus 185 kg for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 | Simplicity 6118 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2015+ | 1979–1981 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 185 kg | 195 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 168 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the Simplicity 6118?
The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 and the Simplicity 6118 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the Simplicity 6118?
The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 1979 for the Simplicity 6118.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the Simplicity 6118?
The Simplicity 6118 is heavier: 195 kg versus 185 kg for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42.