The Cub Cadet LT1045 Lawn Tractor is smaller than its similar siblings, the Cub Cadet LT1050 and Cub Cadet LT1046. The engine that powers the LT 1045 is a Kohler model SV690 Courage. This engine is a single-cylinder model that produces 20 hp. The engine has a total displacement of 0. 597 liters. The compression ratio of the ZV 690 is 8. 5:1. The wheels of the mower are driven by this engine through a Hydro-Gear transmission system which makes the mower automatic with no need to change gear when you want to speed up or slow down. The speed of the mower is controlled by a foot pedal, along with the brakes.
The engine in the Cub Cadet LT1045 also powers the mower deck that is 45 inches wide. The mower deck is belt driven using a Kevlar reinforced belt that has a massively long lifespan. The platform is raised and lowered using a hand lever to the right of the driver. It can operate as low as 1 inch off the ground and as high as 4 inches off the ground. The operator can raise and lower the platform in 0. 5 inch increments.
There are a number of very attractive features on the Cub Cadet LT1045 riding mower that will make it attractive to most. It comes with cruise control as standard, which means that if you’re mowing a long straight stretch of grass, you don’t have to constantly worry about actively controlling your speed. The LT 1045 mower also has a very comfortable operator seat that is comfortable enough that your back won’t hurt even if you use it for many hours at a time. Please leave a comment below if you have ever used or driven this riding mower.
