Cub Cadet 518
The Cub Cadet 518 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 11 hp / 8.2 kW. Transmission: MTD Transmatic.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 11 hp / 8.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.5 gal
5.7 L
Transmission
MTD Transmatic
Overview
 | 1985
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Riding lawn mower | |
Cub Cadet 518 Engine | |
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11HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1.5 gal
5.7 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet 518 Transmission | |
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6-speed CVT | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 11.00x4.10 |
Rear tire | 13.00x5.00 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Riding Mowers published in 1985, by Cub Cadet |
Engine
Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Power (gross) | 11 hp
8.2 kW |
Fuel system | carburetor |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — MTD Transmatic
Transmission | MTD Transmatic |
Type | belt-driven CVT |
Gears | 6 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Cub Cadet 518 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 11.00x4.10 |
Lawn/turf rear | 13.00x5.00 |
Dimensions |
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Attachments
36" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Cub Cadet |
2-blade | |
Cutting width | 36 inches
91 cm |
Photos
Cub Cadet 518 tractor photo
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 518.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.6 hrs
Approximately 2.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1.5 gal / 5.7 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.6 gal/hr (2.2 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 518 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 518.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)11 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)11.2 PS
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