Cub Cadet LT 1018
The Cub Cadet LT 1018 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 501 cc 30.59 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18.5 hp / 13.8 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear 311-0510. Operating weight: 105 lbs 47 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18.5 hp / 13.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
Hydro-Gear 311-0510
Operating Weight
105 lbs
47 kg
Overview
 | 2004
LT 1000 SeriesLawn tractor
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Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Lawn tractor | |
Cub Cadet LT 1018 Engine | |
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18.5HP Briggs & Stratton 501cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet LT 1018 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Dry disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 47 inches
119 cm |
Weight | 502 lbs
227 kg |
Front tire | 15x6x6 |
Rear tire | 20x9x8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 16 |
Battery CCA | 190 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Outdoor Power Equipment published in 2004, by Cub Cadet |
Engine
Engine Detail — 501 cc / 30.59 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 31Q777 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 501 cc
30.59 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.56x3.06 inches
90 x 78 mm |
Power (gross) | 18.5 hp
13.8 kW |
Compression | 8.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Idle RPM | 1200-3600 |
Torque | 25.9 lb-ft
35.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 1.5 qts
1.4 L |
Oil change | 100 h |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Transmission
Transmission — Hydro-Gear 311-0510
Transmission | Hydro-Gear 311-0510 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
Cub Cadet LT 1018 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6x6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x9x8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 47 inches
119 cm |
Length | 68 inches
172 cm |
Width | 45 inches
114 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 43 inches
109 cm |
Weight | 502 lbs
227 kg |
Ground clearance | 4.5 inches
11 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Cub Cadet |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Weight | 105 lbs
47 kg |
Cut height | 1.5 to 4 inch
3 to 10 cm |
Photos
Cub Cadet LT 1018
Cub Cadet LT 1018
Cub Cadet LT 1018
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet LT 1018 based on its 18.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet LT 1018.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.1 hrs
Approximately 3.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1 gal/hr (3.6 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet LT 1018 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet LT 1018.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.8 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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