The Cub Cadet 1180 tractor is 68 in long, 48 in wide, and 42 in tall, with a 44 in wheelbase.
Cub Cadet 1180 Dimensions
| Overall length | 68 in (5 ft 8 in) / 1,727.2 mm |
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| Overall width | 48 in (4 ft 0 in) / 1,219.2 mm |
| Overall height | 42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 44 in (3 ft 8 in) / 1,117.6 mm |
| Front tread width | 38 in (3 ft 2 in) / 965.2 mm |
| Rear tread width | 42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 mm |
Tractor Size Comparison Chart
Overall length comparison
Overall width comparison
Overall height comparison
Wheelbase comparison
Cub Cadet 1180 Extra Dimension Notes
| Size class note | From a storage and access point of view, the Cub Cadet 1180 behaves like a small compact tractor. It is sized more for acreage, yard work, loader jobs and tight property access than large field work. |
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| Fitment note | The Cub Cadet 1180 is best judged by length at 68 in (5 ft 8 in) / 1,727.2 mm, width at 48 in (4 ft 0 in) / 1,219.2 mm, and height at 42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 mm. The biggest issue is usually width or height, not just floor length. |
| Wheelbase note | The Cub Cadet 1180 gives a wheelbase figure of 44 in (3 ft 8 in) / 1,117.6 mm. That helps describe the tractor’s stance. |
| Tread width note | The Cub Cadet 1180 tread-width capture shows 38 in (3 ft 2 in) / 965.2 mm at the front and 42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 mm at the rear. This supports row-spacing and stability comparisons. |
Storage Tips
- Floor space is not enough; check the door height, side clearance and attachment length.
- This is a smaller tractor class, so tight acreage sheds and small equipment bays are realistic if the doorway clears.
- Use the 44 in wheelbase as a clue for how much approach room is needed near the shed entrance.
Storage FAQ
What size garage will fit the tractor?
A tight garage is a bad match when the machine is 68 in long, 48 in wide, 42 in tall, and 44 in wheelbase. The Cub Cadet 1180 needs a clear opening and bay closer to 7 ft high, 8 ft wide, and 15 ft deep for comfortable storage.
What size door should I check?
The door should be bigger than the tractor by about 8 in of height margin and 12 in of side margin. That puts the target around 7 ft high, 8 ft wide, and 15 ft deep.
Do attachments change the storage size?
Yes. A loader mainly adds depth and sometimes height; a rear implement adds depth; a mower deck or tire setting can add width beyond the listed 48 in.
How much maneuvering room should I allow?
With a 44 in wheelbase and 48 in width, leave enough straight approach to line up before the doorway. About 12 ft of clear approach is the cleaner target.
Mistakes do happen. Tractor dimensions can change by year, tire setup, cab/ROPS setup, attachments and market. Please check the operator manual, build sheet and official cubcadet.com website for official information.

