Cub Cadet Lx490
The Cub Cadet Lx490 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet. It is equipped with a 119.3 ci 2.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 48.5 hp / 36.2 kW. Transmission: HydraReverser. Operating weight: 1,350 lbs (without bucket) 612 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 48.5 hp / 36.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
11.9 gal
45.0 L
Transmission
HydraReverser
Operating Weight
1,350 lbs (without bucket)
612 kg
Overview
 | 2011
Lx SeriesCompact Utility tractorYanmar built
Lx Series
Compact Utility tractor
Yanmar built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Cub Cadet |
Manufacturer | Yanmar |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Cub Cadet Lx490 Engine | |
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Yanmar 2.0L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 11.9 gal
45.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet Lx490 Transmission | |
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12-speed power shuttle | |
Transmission details ...  |
Cub Cadet Lx490 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 48.5 hp
36.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydraulic power |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | 2 to 3 |
Pump flow | 8.6 gpm
32.6 lpm |
Steering flow | 6.5 gpm
24.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 1 |
Control | position control |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2,760 lbs
1251 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | electro-hydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 74.8 inches
189 cm |
Weight | 3,618 lbs
1641 kg |
Front tire | 8-16 |
Rear tire | 14.9-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Compact Tractors published in 2010, by Cub Cadet |
Engine
Engine Detail — 119.3 ci / 2.0 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 119.3 ci
2.0 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.307x3.543 inches
84 x 90 mm |
Power (gross) | 48.5 hp
36.2 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Air cleaner | dual dry element |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 5.62 qts
5.3 L |
Coolant capacity | 5.1 qts
4.8 L |
Transmission
Transmission — HydraReverser
Transmission | HydraReverser |
Type | power shuttle |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Clutch | wet disc |
Oil capacity | 34 qts
32.2 L |
Dimensions
Cub Cadet Lx490 Tires | |
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Ag front | 8-16 |
Ag rear | 14.9-24 |
Lawn/turf front | 27x10.5-15 |
Lawn/turf rear | 44x18-20 |
Lawn/turf front | 27/12LL-15 |
Lawn/turf rear | 22.5LL-16.1 |
Industrial front | 10-16.5 |
Industrial rear | 17.5LL-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 74.8 inches
189 cm |
Length | 124 inches
314 cm |
Width | 69.5 inches
176 cm |
Weight | 3,618 lbs
1641 kg |
Ground clearance | 15 inches
38 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Front-end loader | |
Backhoe |
Cub Cadet Yanmar CB85 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Cub Cadet Yanmar CB85 Backhoe |
Weight | 1,350 lbs (without bucket)
612 kg |
Digging depth | 103 inches
261 cm |
2-Foot flat digging depth | 102 inches
259 cm |
Reach from pivot | 142 inches
360 cm |
Loading height | 87 inches
220 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 180° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 3,730 lbs
1691 kg |
Dipperstick force | 2,435 lbs
1104 kg |
Photos
Cub Cadet Lx490
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lx490 based on its 48.5 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 Lx490.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.7 hrs
Approximately 4.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (11.9 gal / 45 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.5 gal/hr (9.5 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 Lx490 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lx490.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)48.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)36.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)49.2 PS
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