Cub Cadet Lx490 vs John Deere 1030
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet Lx490 and the John Deere 1030 deliver the same power: 48 HP.
- The Cub Cadet Lx490 is the more recent model: production started in 2011, versus 1973 for the John Deere 1030.
- The John Deere 1030 is heavier: 2700 kg versus 1641 kg for the Cub Cadet Lx490.
- The John Deere 1030 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1825 kg versus 1251 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet Lx490 | John Deere 1030 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 48 HP | 48 HP |
| Production years | 2011 | 1973–1979 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2 L | 2.7 L |
| Weight | 1 641 kg | 2 700 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Shuttle | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 8 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 251 kg | 1 825 kg |
| Wheelbase | 189 cm | 204 cm |
| Length | 314 cm | 337 cm |