Cub Cadet 2186
The Cub Cadet 2186 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): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 800 lbs 362 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.1 gal
7.9 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
800 lbs
362 kg
Overview
 | 2000 - 2003
2000 SeriesGarden tractor
2000 Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Garden tractor | |
Cub Cadet 2186 Engine | |
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18HP Kohler 624cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.1 gal
7.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet 2186 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 | 800 lbs
362 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.5-8 |
Rear tire | 23x9.5-12 |
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 | |
Outdoor Power Equipment 2003 published 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) | 18 hp
13.4 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 2186 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.5-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x9.5-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 47 inches
119 cm |
Length | 72 inches
182 cm |
Width | 49 inches
124 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 42 inches
106 cm |
Weight | 800 lbs
362 kg |
Ground clearance | 6 inches
15 cm |
Attachments
44" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Cub Cadet |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 44 inches
111 cm |
Belt | 954-3068 (PTO) |
954-3039 (deck) | |
Photos
Cub Cadet 2186 garden tractor.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 2186 based on its 18 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 2186.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.2 hrs
Approximately 2.2 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 (3.5 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 2186 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 2186.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
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