Cub Cadet 70
The Cub Cadet 70 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 262 cc 16 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 7 hp / 5.2 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 560 lbs 254 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 7 hp / 5.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.25 gal
4.7 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
560 lbs
254 kg
Overview
![]() | 1963 - 1965
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 | |
Cub Cadet 70 Engine | |
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7HP Kohler 262cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1.25 gal
4.7 L |
Engine details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Dry disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 43 inches
109 cm |
Weight | 560 lbs
254 kg |
Front tire | 4.80x4.00-8 |
Rear tire | 6-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | generator |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Cub Cadet Lawn and Garden Tractor published in 1964, by International Harvester | |
Operator's Manual Rotary Mowers (1019804R3) published in 1965 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 262 cc / 16 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler K-161 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 262 cc
16 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.875x2.5 inches
73 x 64 mm |
Power (gross) | 7 hp
5.2 kW |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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3-speed gear | |
6-speed creeper |
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse shaft-driven gear
Type | shaft-driven gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
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Transmission | |
Type | creeper |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Dimensions
Cub Cadet 70 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 4.80x4.00-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 6-12 |
Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 8-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 43 inches
109 cm |
Length | 63 inches
160 cm |
Width | 33.2 inches
84 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 40 inches
101 cm |
Shipping weight | 560 lbs
254 kg |
Ground clearance | 6 inches
15 cm |
Front tread | 27 inches
68 cm |
Rear tread | 27 inches
68 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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38" mid-mount mower deck | |
42" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments. |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 70.
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 70 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 70.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)7 hp
Kilowatts (kW)5.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)7.1 PS
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