Quick answer:
The Cub Cadet LTX 1042 tractor fuel tank capacity found is 3.3 gal (12.5 L). Fuel type is gasoline.
Fuel tank3.3 gal (12.5 L)
Fuel typegasoline
5-gal cansone 5-gal can
Full fuel weightabout 20 lb (9 kg) of gasoline
Cub Cadet LTX 1042 Fuel Tank Specs
| Fuel tank capacity | 3.3 gal (12.5 L) |
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| Fuel type | gasoline |
| Engine displacement | 36.6 cu in (0.6 L) |
| Fuel tank size class | medium mower fuel tank |
| 5-gallon fuel cans | one 5-gal can |
| 10-litre fuel jugs | about 2 x 10-L jugs |
| Estimated full tank fuel weight | about 20 lb (9 kg) of gasoline |
Fuel Tank Benchmarks
Fuel tank capacity benchmark
Benchmarks are general reference ranges for lawn and garden tractors and mowers.
Cub Cadet LTX 1042 Fuel Tank FAQ
| Fuel tank capacity | The Cub Cadet LTX 1042 tractor holds 3.3 gallons, which is about 12.5 litres. Use that as the refill figure when planning gasoline storage, fuel cans or workshop servicing. |
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| Fuel type | The fuel type found for the Cub Cadet LTX 1042 tractor is gasoline. Match the fuel type to the operator manual and the engine fitted to your exact model. |
| Fuel tank size class | The Cub Cadet LTX 1042 is listed as having a medium mower fuel tank based on the fuel tank capacity found. |
| Fuel cans needed from empty | From empty, the Cub Cadet LTX 1042 needs one 5-gal can or about 2 x 10-L jugs to cover a full refill. |
| Estimated full tank fuel weight | A full tank on the Cub Cadet LTX 1042 adds about 20 lb (9 kg) of gasoline before allowing for the tank itself. |
| Engine specs found | Engine specs found for the Cub Cadet LTX 1042 include 36.6 cu in (0.6 L). |
| Fuel refill planning note | Plan around roughly 3.3 gal of fuel for a full refill. This is best treated as a short-job or frequent-refill tank. Tank class: medium mower fuel tank. Fuel type: gasoline. |
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Check the operator manual, service manual and official cubcadet.com website for official fuel capacity specifications before refuelling, servicing or buying parts.

