The Cub Cadet LT 2042 tractor is 68 in long, 50 in wide, and 42.5 in tall, with a 46 in wheelbase.
Length68 in (5 ft 8 in) / 1,727.2 mm
Width50 in (4 ft 2 in) / 1,270 mm
Height42.5 in (3 ft 6.5 in) / 1,079.5 mm
Wheelbase46 in (3 ft 10 in) / 1,168.4 mm
Cub Cadet LT 2042 Dimensions
Overall length
68 in (5 ft 8 in) / 1,727.2 mm
Overall width
50 in (4 ft 2 in) / 1,270 mm
Overall height
42.5 in (3 ft 6.5 in) / 1,079.5 mm
Wheelbase
46 in (3 ft 10 in) / 1,168.4 mm
Front tread width
42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 mm
Rear tread width
42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 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
50 in
Average
48 in
Low
34 in
High
66 in
Overall height comparison
This model
42.5 in
Average
68 in
Low
42 in
High
94 in
Wheelbase comparison
This model
46 in
Average
58 in
Low
42 in
High
74 in
Cub Cadet LT 2042 Extra Dimension Notes
Size class note
The Cub Cadet LT 2042 dimension profile makes it a small compact tractor. It is sized more for acreage, yard work, loader jobs and tight property access than large field work.
Fitment note
The Cub Cadet LT 2042 gives length at 68 in (5 ft 8 in) / 1,727.2 mm, width at 50 in (4 ft 2 in) / 1,270 mm, and height at 42.5 in (3 ft 6.5 in) / 1,079.5 mm. Use those numbers for the shed, trailer and access check.
Wheelbase note
For size comparison, the Cub Cadet LT 2042’s 46 in (3 ft 10 in) / 1,168.4 mm wheelbase is a strong reference point.
Tread width note
The Cub Cadet LT 2042 has front/rear tread listed at 42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 mm at the front and 42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 mm at the rear. Compare it with your working setup.
Storage Tips
Floor space is not enough; check the door height, side clearance and attachment length.
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.
This is a smaller tractor class, so tight acreage sheds and small equipment bays are realistic if the doorway clears.
Use the 46 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?
The tractor itself is 68 in long, 50 in wide, 42.5 in tall, and 46 in wheelbase. For storage, that means the opening should be closer to 7 ft high and 8 ft wide, with about 15 ft of usable depth.
What size door should I check?
The clean check is 7 ft high, 8 ft wide and 15 ft deep. That gives margin over the listed 42.5 in height, 50 in width and 68 in length.
Do attachments change the storage size?
Yes. Check attachments against all three numbers: 42.5 in for overhead clearance, 50 in for side clearance and 68 in for bay depth.
How much maneuvering room should I allow?
Use the 46 in wheelbase plus the 68 in length together. The tractor may clear the doorway but still need space to swing the front or rear around.
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.
