Cub Cadet 1170

The Cub Cadet 1170 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 17.5 hp / 13.0 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 490 lbs 222 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 17.5 hp / 13.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2 gal 7.6 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
490 lbs 222 kg

Overview

Cub Cadet 1170 tractor photo
2000 - 2002 Lawn tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Cub Cadet (a part of MTD)
Lawn tractor
Original price
$1,300 (2000 )
$1,400 (2001 )
Cub Cadet 1170 Engine
17.5HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
2 gal 7.6 L
Engine details ...
Cub Cadet 1170 Transmission
CVT
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO
independent
Clutch
electric
Dimensions & Tires
Weight
490 lbs 222 kg
Front tire
15x6
Rear tire
20x8
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
References
1170 references literature
Series 1000 Tractors published in 2001, by Cub Cadet
Lawn Tractors published in 2000, by Cub Cadet

Engine

Engine Detail — Gasoline

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Power (gross)
17.5 hp 13.0 kW
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Cub Cadet 1170 Engine
Cub Cadet 1170 engine image
Image courtesy of White's Farm Supply

Transmission

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse belt-driven CVT

Type
belt-driven CVT
Gears
infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Cub Cadet 1170 Tires
Lawn/turf front
15x6
Lawn/turf rear
20x8
Dimensions
Weight
490 lbs 222 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
42" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
42" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Cub Cadet
2-blade with manual lift
Cutting width
42 inches 106 cm

Photos

Cub Cadet 1170

Cub Cadet 1170

Cub Cadet 1170

Cub Cadet 1170

Cub Cadet 1170 operator station and controls.

Cub Cadet 1170 operator station and controls.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 1170 based on its 17.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm)Light DutyIdeal for garden plots and light sandy soil.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
4 ft (48 in)1.2 mLight DutyPasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
42 to 48 in105 - 120 cmLight DutyCovers compact tractor tire width.
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 Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 1170.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.2 hrs

Approximately 2.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2 gal / 7.6 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.4 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 Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 1170 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 1170.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)17.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.7 PS

Direct Competitor Comparison

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