The Cub Cadet 2518 tractor is 72 in long, 49 in wide, and 43 in tall, with a 47 in wheelbase.
Length72 in (6 ft 0 in) / 1,828.8 mm
Width49 in (4 ft 1 in) / 1,244.6 mm
Height43 in (3 ft 7 in) / 1,092.2 mm
Wheelbase47 in (3 ft 11 in) / 1,193.8 mm
Ground clearance6 in / 152.4 mm
Cub Cadet 2518 Dimensions
Overall length
72 in (6 ft 0 in) / 1,828.8 mm
Overall width
49 in (4 ft 1 in) / 1,244.6 mm
Overall height
43 in (3 ft 7 in) / 1,092.2 mm
Wheelbase
47 in (3 ft 11 in) / 1,193.8 mm
Ground clearance
6 in / 152.4 mm
Rear tread width
30.2 in (2 ft 6.2 in) / 767.1 mm
Tractor Size Comparison Chart
Overall length comparison
This model
72 in
Average
105 in
Low
70 in
High
140 in
Overall width comparison
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49 in
Average
48 in
Low
34 in
High
66 in
Overall height comparison
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43 in
Average
68 in
Low
42 in
High
94 in
Wheelbase comparison
This model
47 in
Average
58 in
Low
42 in
High
74 in
Ground clearance comparison
This model
6 in
Average
9 in
Low
5 in
High
14 in
Cub Cadet 2518 Extra Dimension Notes
Size class note
The Cub Cadet 2518 reads as a small compact tractor once length, width and height are considered. It is sized more for acreage, yard work, loader jobs and tight property access than large field work.
Storage fit note
The Cub Cadet 2518 should be one of the easier tractors to fit under cover. With length 72 in (6 ft 0 in) / 1,828.8 mm, width 49 in (4 ft 1 in) / 1,244.6 mm, and height 43 in (3 ft 7 in) / 1,092.2 mm, attachments remain the wildcard.
Fitment note
The Cub Cadet 2518 dimensions show length at 72 in (6 ft 0 in) / 1,828.8 mm, width at 49 in (4 ft 1 in) / 1,244.6 mm, and height at 43 in (3 ft 7 in) / 1,092.2 mm. Leave extra room for implements, loader frames, tires and steering angle.
Wheelbase note
The Cub Cadet 2518 wheelbase is listed as 47 in (3 ft 11 in) / 1,193.8 mm. It helps explain how much chassis is under the tractor.
Ground clearance note
The Cub Cadet 2518 lists ground clearance at 6 in / 152.4 mm. It is a simple but useful field-use measurement.
Tread width note
The Cub Cadet 2518 has a captured rear tread width of 30.2 in (2 ft 6.2 in) / 767.1 mm. Use it as a rear-stance reference only.
Storage Tips
For the Cub Cadet 2518, small-shed storage is realistic if the opening has usable margin, not just a perfect-on-paper fit.
Use the bare dimensions only as a starting point; a practical storage target is a clear opening around 7 ft high, 8 ft wide, and 15 ft deep.
For small compact storage, height and attachment length are usually the traps.
Wheelbase is 47 in, so leave room to line it up cleanly rather than forcing it through a tight angle.
Storage FAQ
What size garage will fit the tractor?
For this small compact tractor, garage fit is not a yes/no from the model name. Compare the actual 72 in length, 49 in width and 43 in height against a clear 7 ft high, 8 ft wide, 15 ft deep space.
What size door should I check?
Do not size the door to exactly 43 in by 49 in. For this model, use about 7 ft height and 8 ft width, then allow 15 ft depth for the 72 in tractor length.
Do attachments change the storage size?
Yes. A tight bay should be planned around the attached setup. For this small compact tractor, allow about 2 ft to 4 ft extra depth if gear stays on.
How much maneuvering room should I allow?
If the door is close to the 8 ft target, approach angle matters more. The Cub Cadet 2518’s 49 in width and 47 in wheelbase need a clean line into the bay.
Official information note
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.
