Cub Cadet 2164
The Cub Cadet 2164 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 480 cc 29.3 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 775 lbs 351 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
775 lbs
351 kg
Overview
 | 2000
2000 SeriesLawn tractor
2000 Series
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Lawn tractor | |
Cub Cadet 2164 Engine | |
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16HP Vanguard 480cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet 2164 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Internal expanding 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 | 775 lbs
351 kg |
Front tire | 15x6-6 |
Rear tire | 20x9-8 |
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Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 480 cc / 29.3 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Vanguard |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 480 cc
29.3 ci |
Power (gross) | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Rated RPM | 3350 |
Idle RPM | 1200-3600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug | 759-3336 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Intake valve clearance | 0.005 inches (cold)
0.127 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.005 inches (cold)
0.127 mm |
Oil capacity | 1.75 qts
1.7 L |
Oil change | 50 h |
Cub Cadet 2164 Engine | |
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Image courtesy of Myles M. |
Transmission
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse shaft-driven hydrostatic
Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 6 qts
5.7 L |
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Dimensions
Cub Cadet 2164 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x9-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 47 inches
119 cm |
Length | 72 inches
182 cm |
Width | 51 inches
129 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 42 inches
106 cm |
Shipping weight | 775 lbs
351 kg |
Ground clearance | 6 inches
15 cm |
Attachments
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Cub Cadet |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Belt | 954-3055A (PTO) |
954-3073 (deck) | |
Photos
Cub Cadet 2164
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 2164 based on its 16 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 2164.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.6 hrs
Approximately 3.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 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 2164 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 2164.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS
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