The Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD tractor is 89.8 in long, 43.3 in wide, and 47.2 in tall, with a 48 in wheelbase.
Length89.8 in (7 ft 5.8 in) / 2,280.9 mm
Width43.3 in (3 ft 7.3 in) / 1,099.8 mm
Height47.2 in (3 ft 11.2 in) / 1,198.9 mm
Wheelbase48 in (4 ft 0 in) / 1,219.2 mm
Ground clearance4.5 in / 114.3 mm
Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD Dimensions
Overall length
89.8 in (7 ft 5.8 in) / 2,280.9 mm
Overall width
43.3 in (3 ft 7.3 in) / 1,099.8 mm
Overall height
47.2 in (3 ft 11.2 in) / 1,198.9 mm
Wheelbase
48 in (4 ft 0 in) / 1,219.2 mm
Ground clearance
4.5 in / 114.3 mm
Front tread width
20 in (1 ft 8 in) / 508 mm
Rear tread width
15 in (1 ft 3 in) / 381 mm
Tractor Size Comparison Chart
Overall length comparison
This model
89.8 in
Average
105 in
Low
70 in
High
140 in
Overall width comparison
This model
43.3 in
Average
48 in
Low
34 in
High
66 in
Overall height comparison
This model
47.2 in
Average
68 in
Low
42 in
High
94 in
Wheelbase comparison
This model
48 in
Average
58 in
Low
42 in
High
74 in
Ground clearance comparison
This model
4.5 in
Average
9 in
Low
5 in
High
14 in
Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD Extra Dimension Notes
Size class note
The Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD falls into small compact tractor size from the available dimensions. It is sized more for acreage, yard work, loader jobs and tight property access than large field work.
Storage fit note
The Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD can be treated as a tighter-storage tractor. With length 89.8 in (7 ft 5.8 in) / 2,280.9 mm, width 43.3 in (3 ft 7.3 in) / 1,099.8 mm, and height 47.2 in (3 ft 11.2 in) / 1,198.9 mm, check ROPS/cab height and loader length.
Fitment note
For access planning, the Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD gives you length at 89.8 in (7 ft 5.8 in) / 2,280.9 mm, width at 43.3 in (3 ft 7.3 in) / 1,099.8 mm, and height at 47.2 in (3 ft 11.2 in) / 1,198.9 mm. Measure the opening, not just the indoor floor area.
Wheelbase note
The listed wheelbase for the Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD is 48 in (4 ft 0 in) / 1,219.2 mm. This is a key number for comparing same-series tractors.
Ground clearance note
Ground clearance is listed as 4.5 in / 114.3 mm for the Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD. That gives a quick read on underside clearance.
Tread width note
The Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD has tread dimensions of 20 in (1 ft 8 in) / 508 mm at the front and 15 in (1 ft 3 in) / 381 mm at the rear. Check them where row spacing matters.
Storage Tips
Compact size helps, but a loader or mower can still make the parked footprint much bigger.
A 48 in wheelbase means the approach into the storage bay matters, not just the doorway width.
Storage FAQ
What size garage will fit the tractor?
This tractor’s 89.8 in length and 47.2 in height make ordinary garage storage doubtful unless the opening is oversized. Use 7 ft high, 8 ft wide, 15 ft deep as the practical benchmark.
What size door should I check?
Use the Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD’s dimensions directly: 47.2 in tall needs more than a 47.2 in opening, 43.3 in wide needs side clearance, and 89.8 in long needs about 15 ft bay depth.
Do attachments change the storage size?
Yes. If the storage target is 7 ft high, 8 ft wide, and 15 ft deep, attachments should be checked against that, not against the bare 89.8 in length alone.
How much maneuvering room should I allow?
Because the tractor is 89.8 in long with a 48 in wheelbase, avoid turning sharply right at the doorway. A straight approach around 12 ft is safer.
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.
