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Snapper LT180H42 vs Snapper MGT1800G

Verdict: Snapper LT180H42 vs Snapper MGT1800G

The Snapper LT180H42 and the Snapper MGT1800G are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 18 hp. Snapper LT180H42 is the lighter machine (281 kg vs 498 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Snapper MGT1800G holds more fuel (31.2 L vs 7.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Snapper LT180H42 is the newer design (2003 vs 1997). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.

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Fit & specs
Snapper LT180H42 Lawn Tractor
Snapper
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Snapper MGT1800G Lawn Tractor
Snapper
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
18 hp
18 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
SnapperReference
Power KingReference
air-cooled vertical-shaft V-TwinReference
air-cooled horizontal-shaft V-TwinReference
Steering
manualReference
hydrostatic powerReference
Distributor
SnapperReference
Final drives
spur bull gearReference
Engine
Fuel tank
7.6 LReference
31.2 LReference
Power (gross)
13.4 kWReference
13.4 kWReference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Displacement
38.1 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
77 x 67 mmReference
Transmission
Transmission
Tuff Torq K-46Reference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
4 forward and 1 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Front PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
electricReference
electricReference
Rear Type
0Reference
Rear PTO
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
2000Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
124 cmReference
147 cmReference
Weight
281 kgReference
498 kgReference
Front tire
15x5.50-6Reference
31.8x8.00-16Reference
Rear tire
20x10.00-8Reference
31.3x8.00-16Reference
Lawn/turf front
15x5.50-6Reference
31.8x8.00-16Reference
Lawn/turf rear
20x10.00-8Reference
31x13.50-15Reference
Length
167 cmReference
213 cmReference
Width
132 cmReference
111 cmReference
Height
101 cmReference
Ag front
21.2x4.00-12Reference
Ag rear
31x15.50-15Reference
Height (steering wheel)
129 cmReference
Ground clearance
40 cmReference
Snapper LT180H42 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging system
flywheel alternatorReference
Charging amps
15Reference
Battery AH
45Reference
42" Mower deck
Type
belt-driven hydrostaticReference
shaft-driven gearReference
Cutting width
106 cmReference
Overall width
132 cmReference
Cut height
3 to 9 cmReference
Snapper MGT1800G attachments
MGT1800G Serial Numbers
Location:
Left side of main tractor frame.Reference
Attachment overview

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.

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