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Cub Cadet 1650

The Cub Cadet 1650 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 588 cc 35.89 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 690 lbs 312 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2 gal 7.6 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
690 lbs 312 kg

Overview

Cub Cadet 1650 tractor photo
1974 - 1980 Quietline SeriesGarden tractor Quietline Series Garden tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Cub Cadet (a part of International Harvester)
Garden tractor
Built in Louisville, Kentucky, USA
Cub Cadet 1650 Engine
16HP Kohler 588cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
2 gal 7.6 L
Engine details ...
Cub Cadet 1650 Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Brakes
dry disc
wet disc *Wet disc brakes after 1977.
Open operator station.
Tractor hitch
Type
sleeve hitch (optional)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Front PTO
independent
Clutch
electric
Front PTO Type
3400
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
44 inches 111 cm
Weight
690 lbs 312 kg
Front tire
16x6.50-8
Rear tire
23x10.50-12
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
flywheel alternator
Charging amps
15
Battery volts
12
References
1650 references literature
A Complete Reference to International Power Lawn Products published in 1977, by International Harvester
Special Duty Equipment published in 1977, by International Harvester
Cub Cadet Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1978, by International Harvester
1978 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester
1979 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester

Engine

Engine Detail — 588 cc / 35.89 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Kohler K341AQS
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder, air-cooled
Displacement
588 cc 35.89 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.75x3.25 inches 95 x 83 mm
Power (gross)
16 hp 11.9 kW
Fuel system
Kohler side-draft carburetor
Air cleaner
dry
Rated RPM
3400
Idle RPM
1800-3600
Starter volts
12
Sparkplug
Champion H-10
Sparkplug gap
0.035 inches 0.889 mm
Point gap
0.020 inches 0.508 mm
Intake valve clearance
0.010 inches*Cold 0.254 mm
Exhaust valve clearance
0.020 inches*Cold 0.508 mm
Oil capacity
1.5 qts 1.4 L
Oil change
30 h

Transmission

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse shaft-driven hydrostatic

Type
shaft-driven hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse
Oil capacity
7 qts 6.6 L
1650 shaft-driven hydrostatic speeds

Dimensions

Cub Cadet 1650 Tires
Lawn/turf front
16x6.50-8
Lawn/turf rear
23x10.50-12
Dimensions
Wheelbase
44 inches 111 cm
Length
69 inches 175 cm
Width
39 inches 99 cm
Height (steering wheel)
41 inches 104 cm
Shipping weight
690 lbs 312 kg
Ground clearance
6 inches 15 cm
Front tread
28 inches 71 cm
Rear tread
27 inches 68 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
38" mid-mount mower deck
44" mid-mount mower deck
50" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Front-end loader
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments.

Photos

Cub Cadet 1650 with front blade.

Cub Cadet 1650 with front blade.

Cub Cadet 1650 with 44A mower deck.

Cub Cadet 1650 with 44A mower deck.

Cub Cadet 1650 with 44A mower deck.

Cub Cadet 1650 with 44A mower deck.

Cub Cadet 1650 with 44A mower deck.

Cub Cadet 1650 with 44A mower deck.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 1650 based on its 16 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 1650.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.4 hrs

Approximately 2.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2 gal / 7.6 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (3.1 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 1650 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 1650.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS

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