XT1 LT42 vs Pony 42
XT1 LT42 vs Pony 42 compared side by side: specs, ratings, price and owner feedback from our independent reviews.
| XT1 LT42 | Pony 42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 3.6 | 3.2 |
| Performance | 3.5 | 3.0 |
| Build quality | 3.5 | 3.0 |
| Reliability | 3.5 | 3.0 |
| Value for money | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Comfort & ergonomics | 3.5 | 3.0 |
| Features | 3.5 | 3.0 |
| Price | $2,399 | $1,996 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Horsepower | 18 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine | Single-cylinder OHV, air-cooled (Cub Cadet 547 cc) | Troy-Bilt 547 cc single-cylinder OHV |
| Displacement | 547 cc, 1 cylinder | 547 cc, 1 cylinder |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Tuff Torq hydrostatic, foot pedal | 7-speed Shift-on-the-Go, dash hand lever |
| Drive | 2WD, hydrostatic | 2WD, gear drive |
| Deck size | 42 in | 42 in |
| Deck construction | Stamped, 13-gauge steel, twin-blade, side discharge | Steel, twin-blade, side discharge |
| Cutting height | 12 positions | 1.5 to 4 in |
| Blades | Twin blades | Twin blades |
| Discharge | Side discharge; mulching with optional kit | Side discharge; mulch kit sold separately |
| Top speed | 5.5 mph forward, 2.5 mph reverse | Not published by Troy-Bilt |
| Turning radius | 16 in | 18 in |
| Front tires | 15x6-6 | 15x6-6 |
| Rear tires | 20x8-8 | 20x8-8 |
| Weight | About 410 lb (earlier Kohler version) | About 520 lb |
| Dimensions | About 67 in L x 52 in W x 43 in H | About 47 in W x 35.5 in H x 70 in D (older Pony 42 spec) |
| Fuel capacity | 3 US gal (11.4 L) | Not published by Troy-Bilt |
| Recommended property size | Up to about 1.5 acres | Up to about 1.5 acres |
| Battery | 12V | — |
| Deck wheels | Anti-scalp gauge wheels | — |
| Seat | High-back, adjustable | Low-back, knob adjust |
| Blade engagement | — | Manual lever |
| Headlights | — | Automatic |
| Frame | — | Step-Thru |
| Hitch | — | Built-in |
| Verdict | The LT42 is the cheapest Cub Cadet lawn tractor, with an 18 hp single, 42-in. deck and tight 16-in. turn radius. It suits yards up to about 1.5 acres. Read the full review |
The Pony 42 is Troy-Bilt's entry rider, with a 547 cc engine, 42-in. deck, 7-speed hand-lever drive and an 18-in. turn radius. It suits up to 1.5 acres. Read the full review |
