Cub Cadet LT 2042
The Cub Cadet LT 2042 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 624 cc 38.1 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear BDU-10. Operating weight: 673 lbs 305 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.25 gal
8.5 L
Transmission
Hydro-Gear BDU-10
Operating Weight
673 lbs
305 kg
Overview
 | 2005
2000 SeriesLawn tractor
2000 Series
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Lawn tractor | |
Original price was $2,700 in 2005 | |
Cub Cadet LT 2042 Engine | |
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18HP Kohler 624cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.25 gal
8.5 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet LT 2042 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
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 | 673 lbs
305 kg |
Front tire | 15x6-6 |
Rear tire | 20x9-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery CCA | 275 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Residential Outdoor Power Equipment 2005 published by Cub Cadet* | |
Operator's Manual LT 2042 (769-01474) published in 2004 | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 624 cc / 38.1 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler CH18S |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft V-twin |
Displacement | 624 cc
38.1 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.03x2.64 inches
77 x 67 mm |
Power (gross) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Rated RPM | 3350 |
Idle RPM | 1400-3600 |
Torque | 32.2 lb-ft
43.7 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Oil change | 100 h |
Transmission
Transmission — Hydro-Gear BDU-10
Transmission | Hydro-Gear BDU-10 |
Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 5.7 qts
5.4 L |
Oil type | Drive System Fluid Plus |
Oil change | 100 h |
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Drive System Fluid Plus |
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Dimensions
Cub Cadet LT 2042 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x9-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 47 inches
119 cm |
Length | 72 inches
182 cm |
Width | 39 inches
99 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 42 inches
106 cm |
Weight | 673 lbs
305 kg |
Ground clearance | 6 inches
15 cm |
4-bolt flange rear axle | 1 inch diameter
25 mm |
Front tread | 30 inches
76 cm |
Rear tread | 27.5 inches
69 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 190-214 |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Cut height | 2 to 4 inch
5 to 10 cm |
Cut positions | 6 |
Photos
Cub Cadet LT 2042 lawn tractor.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet LT 2042 based on its 18 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 2042.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.5 hrs
Approximately 2.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.3 gal / 8.5 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.5 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 2042 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet LT 2042.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
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