Cub Cadet 2176
The Cub Cadet 2176 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 624 cc 38.1 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 791 lbs 358 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.1 gal
7.9 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
791 lbs
358 kg
Overview
 | 2000 - 2002
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 2176 Engine | |
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17HP Kohler 624cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.1 gal
7.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet 2176 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 | 791 lbs
358 kg |
Front tire | 15x6-6 |
Rear tire | 20x9-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery CCA | 275 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Series 2000 Tractors published in 2002, by Cub Cadet |
Engine
Engine Detail — 624 cc / 38.1 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler Command |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 624 cc
38.1 ci |
Power (gross) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Idle RPM | 1200-3600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug | 759-3336 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Oil change | 100 h |
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 2176 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 | 791 lbs
358 kg |
Ground clearance | 6 inches
15 cm |
Front tread | 30 inches
76 cm |
Rear tread | 27.5 inches
69 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 2176
Cub Cadet 2176
Cub Cadet 2176
Cub Cadet 2176 operator station and controls.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 2176 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 2176.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.4 hrs
Approximately 2.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.1 gal / 7.9 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 2176 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 2176.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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