The Cub Cadet i1042 tractor is 68 in long, 45 in wide, and 43 in tall.
Length68 in (5 ft 8 in) / 1,727.2 mm
Width45 in (3 ft 9 in) / 1,143 mm
Height43 in (3 ft 7 in) / 1,092.2 mm
Cub Cadet i1042 Dimensions
Overall length
68 in (5 ft 8 in) / 1,727.2 mm
Overall width
45 in (3 ft 9 in) / 1,143 mm
Overall height
43 in (3 ft 7 in) / 1,092.2 mm
Rear tread width
20 in (1 ft 8 in) / 508 mm
Tractor Size Comparison Chart
Overall length comparison
This model
68 in
Average
105 in
Low
70 in
High
140 in
Overall width comparison
This model
45 in
Average
48 in
Low
34 in
High
66 in
Overall height comparison
This model
43 in
Average
68 in
Low
42 in
High
94 in
Cub Cadet i1042 Extra Dimension Notes
Size class note
The Cub Cadet i1042 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 i1042 can be treated as a tighter-storage tractor. With length 68 in (5 ft 8 in) / 1,727.2 mm, width 45 in (3 ft 9 in) / 1,143 mm, and height 43 in (3 ft 7 in) / 1,092.2 mm, check ROPS/cab height and loader length.
Fitment note
For access planning, the Cub Cadet i1042 gives you length at 68 in (5 ft 8 in) / 1,727.2 mm, width at 45 in (3 ft 9 in) / 1,143 mm, and height at 43 in (3 ft 7 in) / 1,092.2 mm. Measure the opening, not just the indoor floor area.
Tread width note
The Cub Cadet i1042 rear tread figure is 20 in (1 ft 8 in) / 508 mm. This is useful, but not the full wheel-stance picture.
Storage Tips
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.
Compact size helps, but a loader or mower can still make the parked footprint much bigger.
Storage FAQ
What size garage will fit the tractor?
The Cub Cadet i1042 is 68 in long, 45 in wide and 43 in tall, so a garage only makes sense if it beats those numbers with real clearance. A practical check is 7 ft high, 8 ft wide, and 15 ft deep.
What size door should I check?
The tractor is 43 in tall, 45 in wide and 68 in long. Check a clear opening around 7 ft high, 8 ft wide and 15 ft deep so you are not parking with inches to spare.
Do attachments change the storage size?
Yes. If you park it with the loader or implement fitted, measure that setup; do not assume the listed 68 in length and 45 in width still describe the parked machine.
How much maneuvering room should I allow?
If an attachment stays on, base the turning room on the attached length, not just the captured 68 in tractor length.
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.
