Cub Cadet 3184
The Cub Cadet 3184 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 573 cc 35 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Drive type: shaft. Operating weight: 750 lbs 340 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Drive & Traction
shaft
Fuel & Capacities
4.5 gal
17.0 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
750 lbs
340 kg
Overview
 | 2000 - 2001
3000 SeriesGarden tractor
3000 Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Garden tractor | |
Original price was $5,900 in 2002 | |
Cub Cadet 3184 Engine | |
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18HP Kohler 573cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet 3184 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
External disk brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 49.5 inches
125 cm |
Weight | 750 to 970 pounds |
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 | 16 |
Battery CCA | 435 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Series 3000 Tractors published in 2001, by Cub Cadet |
Engine
Engine Detail — 573 cc / 35 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler Command CH18S |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft V-twin |
Displacement | 573 cc
35 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.95x2.65 inches
75 x 67 mm |
Power (gross) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Air cleaner | dry with foam pre-cleaner |
Compression | 8.5:1 |
Idle RPM | 1200-3600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug | Champion RC12YC |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
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 |
Dimensions
Cub Cadet 3184 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.5-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x9.5-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 49.5 inches
125 cm |
Length | 72.25 inches
183 cm |
Width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Height | 43.6 inches
110 cm |
Weight | 750 lbs
340 kg |
970 lbs*Weight with mower deck.
439 kg | |
Rear axle | 1.00 inch diameter
25 mm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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44" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
A 42-inch hydraulic-drive rear tiller was available, model 190-004. |
44" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Cub Cadet 190-209 |
3-blade with hydraulic lift | |
Cutting width | 44 inches
111 cm |
Drive | shaft |
Photos
Cub Cadet 3184 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 3184 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 3184.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.8 hrs
Approximately 4.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.5 gal / 17 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 3184 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 3184.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
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