Cub Cadet LTX 1042 KW
The Cub Cadet LTX 1042 KW is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 603 cc 36.8 ci engine. The rated power output is 18 hp 13.4 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq. Operating weight: 498 lbs 225 kg.
Engine Power
18 hp
13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.3 gal
12.5 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq
Operating Weight
498 lbs
225 kg
Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet LTX 1042 KW Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
![]() | 2012 - 2014
LTX 1000 SeriesLawn tractor |
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2012 - 2014 | |
LTX 1000 Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Lawn tractor | |
Cub Cadet LTX 1042 Engine | |
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18HP Kawasaki 603cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3.3 gal
12.5 L |
Engine details ... | |
Cub Cadet LTX 1042 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 | manual lever |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 47.5 inches
120 cm |
Weight | 498 lbs
225 kg |
Front tire | 15x6 |
Rear tire | 20x8 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery CCA | 230 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Series 1000 published in 2012, by Cub Cadet | |
Series 1000 published in 2013, by Cub Cadet | |
Series 1000 published in 2014, by Cub Cadet |
Engine
Engine Detail — 603 cc / 36.8 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kawasaki FR600V |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 603 cc
36.8 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.87x2.84 inches
73 x 72 mm |
Power (gross) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 1.6 qts
1.5 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq
Transmission | Tuff Torq |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 1.9 qts
1.8 L |
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Dimensions
Cub Cadet LTX 1042 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 47.5 inches
120 cm |
Length | 69 inches
175 cm |
Weight | 498 lbs
225 kg |
Attachments
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Cub Cadet |
2-blade | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 4 inch
3 to 10 cm |
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