Cub Cadet 8454
The Cub Cadet 8454 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet. It is equipped with a 134 ci 2.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 45 hp / 33.6 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 994 lbs 450 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 45 hp / 33.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
11.5 gal
43.5 L
Transmission
8 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
994 lbs
450 kg
Overview
 | 2004 - 2007
8000 SeriesCompact Utility tractorDaedong built
8000 Series
Compact Utility tractor
Daedong built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Cub Cadet |
Manufacturer | Daedong |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Original price was $18,000 in 2007 | |
Cub Cadet 8454 Engine | |
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Daedong 2.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 11.5 gal
43.5 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet 8454 Transmission | |
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8-speed synchronized shuttle | |
Transmission details ...  |
Cub Cadet 8454 Power | |
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Engine | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 38 hp
28.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post folding ROPS. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pump flow | 8.2 gpm
31.0 lpm |
Total flow | 13.1 gpm
49.6 lpm |
Steering flow | 4.9 gpm
18.5 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 3056 lbs
1386 kg |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2987 lbs
1354 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 71.6 inches
181 cm |
Weight | 4468 lbs
2026 kg |
Front tire | 9.5-16 |
Rear tire | 14.9-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Outdoor Power Equipment published in 2004, by Cub Cadet | |
Compact Tractors published in 2005, by Cub Cadet | |
Compact Tractors published in 2006, by Cub Cadet |
Engine
Engine Detail — 134 ci / 2.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Daedong |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 134 ci
2.2 L |
Power | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
Fuel system | indirect injection |
Air cleaner | dual element, cyclone type |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and reverse synchronized shuttle
Type | synchronized shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Dimensions
Cub Cadet 8454 Tires | |
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Ag front | 9.5-16 |
Ag rear | 14.9-24 |
Lawn/turf front | 29 x 12.5 x 15 |
Lawn/turf rear | 21.5 x 16.1 |
Industrial front | 12 x 16.5 |
Industrial rear | 17.5 x 24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 71.6 inches
181 cm |
Length | 130.7 inches
331 cm |
Width | 61 inches
154 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 95.5 inches
242 cm |
Weight | 4468 lbs
2026 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Front-end loader | |
Backhoe |
Cub Cadet 644 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Cub Cadet 644 Backhoe |
Weight | 944 lbs
428 kg |
Transport height | 75 inches
190 cm |
Bucket width | 9 inches
22 cm |
12 inches
30 cm | |
16 inches
40 cm | |
18 inches
45 cm | |
24 inches
60 cm | |
36 inches
91 cm | |
Digging depth | 90 inches
228 cm |
Reach from pivot | 119 inches
302 cm |
Loading height | 66 inches
167 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 170° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 2675 lbs
1213 kg |
Dipperstick force | 2105 lbs
954 kg |
Cub Cadet 845 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Cub Cadet 845 Backhoe |
Weight | 994 lbs
450 kg |
Transport height | 83.1 inches
211 cm |
Bucket width | 9 inches
22 cm |
12 inches
30 cm | |
16 inches
40 cm | |
18 inches
45 cm | |
24 inches
60 cm | |
36 inches
91 cm | |
Digging depth | 102 inches
259 cm |
Reach from pivot | 132 inches
335 cm |
Loading height | 77 inches
195 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 180° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 3550 lbs
1610 kg |
Dipperstick force | 2225 lbs
1009 kg |
Photos
Cub Cadet 8454 compact utility tractor with model 642 front-end loader.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet 8454 based on its 45 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Cub Cadet 8454.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.9 hrs
Approximately 4.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (11.5 gal / 43.5 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.3 gal/hr (8.9 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Cub Cadet 8454 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet 8454.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)45 hp
Kilowatts (kW)33.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)45.6 PS
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