The Cub Cadet LT1046 uses a hydrostatic Tuff Torq K46 transmission, with Infinite forward and reverse, a top forward speed of 5.5 mph (8.9 km/h), and reverse speed of 3.2 mph (5.1 km/h). Service details captured: fluid 5W-50.
Transmission typeHydrostatic
Transmission modelTuff Torq K46
Gears / rangesInfinite forward and reverse
Forward speed5.5 mph (8.9 km/h)
Transmission fluid5W-50
Cub Cadet LT1046 Transmission Specs
Transmission type
Hydrostatic
Transmission name / model
Tuff Torq K46
Gears / ranges / speeds
Infinite forward and reverse
Forward speed
5.5 mph (8.9 km/h)
Reverse speed
3.2 mph (5.1 km/h)
Transmission oil / fluid type
5W-50
Transmission Comparison Charts
Forward speed comparison
This model
5.5 mph
Average
13 mph
Low
5 mph
High
25 mph
Reverse speed comparison
This model
3.2 mph
Average
6 mph
Low
2.5 mph
High
12 mph
Cub Cadet LT1046 Transmission Notes
Transmission type note
For the Cub Cadet LT1046, start with the transmission type: Hydrostatic. That tells you whether the tractor is more range/gear focused or easier stop-start driving focused
Gears and range note
For the Cub Cadet LT1046, read Infinite forward and reverse as the range/speed side of the transmission, not automatically as a manual gearbox count
Forward / reverse speed note
Travel speed for the Cub Cadet LT1046 is listed as 5.5 mph (8.9 km/h) forward and 3.2 mph (5.1 km/h) reverse. Forward speed matters for transport; reverse speed matters for loader and yard work
Fluid and service note
For service work, the captured transmission fluid type is 5W-50. The oil capacity was not cleanly captured in this row
Buyer takeaway
If you are comparing tractors, judge the Cub Cadet LT1046 from Hydrostatic, Infinite forward and reverse, and 5.5 mph (8.9 km/h), not horsepower alone. Transmission setup decides how the tractor actually drives
The Cub Cadet LT1046 transmission is listed as Hydrostatic. That is the main drivetrain detail to check before comparing gears, ranges or speed.
What are the Cub Cadet LT1046 transmission gears or ranges?
The captured gears/speeds detail for the Cub Cadet LT1046 is Infinite forward and reverse.
Is the Cub Cadet LT1046 transmission speed good?
The captured travel speeds are 5.5 mph (8.9 km/h) forward and 3.2 mph (5.1 km/h) reverse. That is enough to compare it against similar tractors for mowing, transport and yard work.
Is the Cub Cadet LT1046 transmission fluid listed?
Yes, the captured fluid type is 5W-50. Confirm the capacity in the operator manual before servicing.
What should I check before buying a used Cub Cadet LT1046?
Confirm the exact transmission type, test forward and reverse operation, check for fluid leaks, and verify any service history for the transmission or transaxle.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Tractor transmission specs can change by year, market, serial range, transaxle, trim and option package. Please check the operator manual, service manual, build sheet and official cubcadet.com website for official transmission information before servicing or buying parts.
