Cub Cadet 1527
The Cub Cadet 1527 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 494 cc 30.15 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear 311-0710. Operating weight: 504 lbs 228 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
Hydro-Gear 311-0710
Operating Weight
504 lbs
228 kg
Overview
 | 2003
1500 SeriesLawn tractor
1500 Series
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Lawn tractor | |
Cub Cadet 1527 Engine | |
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17HP Kawasaki 494cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet 1527 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Dry disc brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 47 inches
119 cm |
Weight | 504 lbs
228 kg |
Front tire | 15x6x6 |
Rear tire | 20x9x8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 13 |
Battery CCA | 270 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Outdoor Power Equipment 2003 published by Cub Cadet |
Engine
Engine Detail — 494 cc / 30.15 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kawasaki FH500V |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 494 cc
30.15 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.68x2.68 inches
68 x 68 mm |
Power (gross) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Compression | 8.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Idle RPM | 1200-3600 |
Torque | 25.1 lb-ft
34.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug | Champion RCJ8Y |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Oil capacity | 1.8 qts
1.7 L |
Oil change | 100 h |
Transmission
Transmission — Hydro-Gear 311-0710
Transmission | Hydro-Gear 311-0710 |
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 2.5 qts
2.4 L |
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1527 Transmission Controls | |
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1 | Throttle |
2 | Brake |
3 | Forward |
4 | Reverse |
5 | Cruise control |
6 | Parking brake |
Dimensions
Cub Cadet 1527 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6x6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x9x8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 47 inches
119 cm |
Length | 68 inches
172 cm |
Width | 45 inches
114 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 43 inches
109 cm |
Weight | 504 lbs
228 kg |
Ground clearance | 6 inches
15 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Cub Cadet |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Photos
Cub Cadet 1527
Cub Cadet 1527
Cub Cadet 1527 operator station and controls.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 1527 based on its 17 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers 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 1527.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.4 hrs
Approximately 3.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.3 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 1527 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 1527.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.2 PS
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