Cub Cadet 582 Special
The Cub Cadet 582 Special is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 655 cc 40 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 640 lbs 290 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal
15.1 L
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
640 lbs
290 kg
Overview
 | 1980 - 1985
Model year 1980-19811982-1985
IH 82 SeriesGarden tractor
IH 82 Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of International Harvester) |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Louisville, Kentucky, USA | |
The Cub Cadet 582 Special was an economy version of the 582. It was the same engine as the 582, but used a belt-driven Peerless transmission found on the 482. This enabled the 582 Special to retail for about $500 less than a regular 582 when new. | |
Cub Cadet 582 Special Engine | |
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16HP Briggs & Stratton 655cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4 gal
15.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet 582 Special Transmission | |
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4-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 44 inches
111 cm |
Weight | 640 lbs
290 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 13 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 32 |
References | |
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Buyer's Guide 1982 published by International Harvester |
Engine
Engine Detail — 655 cc / 40 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 401417 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 655 cc
40 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.4375x2.156 inches
87 x 55 mm |
Power (gross) | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Fuel system | downdraft carburetor with integral fuel pump |
Air cleaner | dry with pre-cleaner |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Torque | 25.8 lb-ft
35.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug | Champion RJ-12 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Point gap | 0.020 inches
0.508 mm |
Oil capacity | 1.75 qts
1.7 L |
Oil change | 30 h |
Transmission
Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse gear
Manufacturer | Peerless |
Type | gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | belt and pulley |
The Cub Cadet 582 Special used a Peerless transaxle in place of the Cub Cadet transmission found on the regular 582. The engine was connected to a right-angle gearbox which drove the transmission via a belt. | |
Dimensions
Cub Cadet 582 Special Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 44 inches
111 cm |
Length | 72 inches
182 cm |
Width | 37.75 inches
95 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 43 inches
109 cm |
Shipping weight | 640 lbs
290 kg |
Ground clearance | 6 inches
15 cm |
Front tread | 29 inches
73 cm |
Rear tread | 27 inches
68 cm |
Attachments
44" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Cub Cadet |
manual lift | |
Cutting width | 44 inches
111 cm |
Photos
Cub Cadet 582 Special
Cub Cadet 582 Special operator station and controls.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 582 Special based on its 16 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 582 Special.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.8 hrs
Approximately 4.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4 gal / 15.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (3.1 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 582 Special Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 582 Special.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS
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