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- Cub Cadet XT2 LX46 — prosumer: larger home properties and light acreage; 46-inch deck; gas powered
- Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 IntelliPOWER — residential: typical home lawns; 42-inch deck; gas powered
| Spec | XT2 LX46 Cub Cadet · Riding (Lawn Tractor) |
XT1 LT42 IntelliPOWER Cub Cadet · Riding (Lawn Tractor) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 45.6 ci (747 cc) | 33.4 ci (547 cc) |
| Engine Power | 22 hp | — |
| Engine Make | Kohler® | Cub Cadet® |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Start Type | Ignition Key | Ignition Key |
| Engine Model | 7000 Series HD | — |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 46 in (1168 mm) | 42 in (1067 mm) |
| Blades | 2 | 2 |
| Min Cut Height | 1 in (25 mm) | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 4 in (102 mm) | 4 in (102 mm) |
| Deck Material | 11-gauge steel | 13-gauge steel |
| Deck Construction | Fabricated | Stamped |
| Deck Gauge | 11 | 13 |
| Cut Positions | 12 | 12 |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Tuff Torq® K46 | Tuff Torq® TL-200 |
| Ground Speed | 5.5 mph | 5.5 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | 20" x 8" -8” | 20" x 8" -8” |
| Drive System | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Reverse Speed | 3 mph | 3 mph |
| Dimensions | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 3 gal (11.4 L) | 3 gal (11.4 L) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Frame Construction | Robotically welded | Robotically welded |
| Seat Type | 15" High-back | 15" high-back |
| Commercial Warranty | No | No |
| General | ||
| Warranty | 3 yr | 3 yr |
XT2 LX46: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — cubcadet.com.
XT1 LT42 IntelliPOWER: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — cubcadet.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.