Cub Cadet XT1 LT50 vs John Deere X948
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet XT1 LT50 and the John Deere X948 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
- The John Deere X948 is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2015 for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT50.
- The John Deere X948 is heavier: 513 kg versus 226 kg for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT50.
- The Cub Cadet XT1 LT50 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 48".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet XT1 LT50 | John Deere X948 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 24 HP | 24 HP |
| Production years | 2015–2025 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 3 |
| Weight | 226 kg | 513 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 141 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 190 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 50" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT50 or the John Deere X948?
The Cub Cadet XT1 LT50 and the John Deere X948 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT50 or the John Deere X948?
The John Deere X948 is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2015 for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT50.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT50 or the John Deere X948?
The John Deere X948 is heavier: 513 kg versus 226 kg for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT50.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT50 or the John Deere X948?
The Cub Cadet XT1 LT50 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 48".