Cub Cadet 55
The Cub Cadet 55 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 206 cc 12.57 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 5 hp / 3.7 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 340 lbs 154 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 5 hp / 3.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
340 lbs
154 kg
Overview
 | 1971 - 1983
Model year 1971-19811982-1983
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of International Harvester) |
Riding lawn mower | |
Built in Memphis, Tennessee, USA | |
Cub Cadet 55 Engine | |
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5HP Briggs & Stratton 206cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ...  |
Cub Cadet 55 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 35 inches
88 cm |
Weight | 340 lbs
154 kg |
Front tire | 11x4.00-5 |
Rear tire | 13x5.00-6 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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Cadet Riding Mowers published in 1975, by International Harvester | |
A Complete Reference to International Power Lawn Products published in 1977, by International Harvester | |
Special Duty Equipment published in 1977, by International Harvester | |
International Cadet Riding Mowers published in 1978, by International Harvester | |
International Cadet Riding Mowers published in 1982, by International Harvester | |
1978 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
1979 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
Buyer's Guide 1981 published by International Harvester | |
Buyer's Guide 1982 published by International Harvester |
Engine
Engine Detail — 206 cc / 12.57 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 130000 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 206 cc
12.57 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.56x2.44 inches
65 x 62 mm |
Power (gross) | 5 hp
3.7 kW |
Air cleaner | oiled foam |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Oil capacity | 0.5 qts
0.5 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Cub Cadet 55 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 11x4.00-5 |
Lawn/turf rear | 13x5.00-6 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 35 inches
88 cm |
Length | 56 inches
142 cm |
Weight | 340 lbs
154 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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28" mid-mount mower deck | |
Blade |
28" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Cub Cadet |
1-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 28 inches
71 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 4 inch
3 to 10 cm |
Cut positions | 6 |
Photos
Cub Cadet 55 tractor photo
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 55.
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 55 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 55.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)3.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)5.1 PS
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