Cub Cadet 85
The Cub Cadet 85 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 318 cc 19.44 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 370 lbs 167 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
370 lbs
167 kg
Overview
![]() | 1975 - 1985
Model year 1975-19811982-1985
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 | |
Variants | |
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85 | 32" side-discharge |
85 Special | 28" bagger |
Cub Cadet 85 Engine | |
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8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Cub Cadet 85 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 | 370 lbs
167 kg |
Front tire | 11x4.00-5 |
Rear tire | 13x6.50-6 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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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 — 318 cc / 19.44 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 318 cc
19.44 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.00x2.75 inches
76 x 70 mm |
Power (gross) | 8 hp
6.0 kW |
Air cleaner | oiled foam |
Rated RPM | 3400 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 3 qts
2.8 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Cub Cadet 85 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 11x4.00-5 |
Lawn/turf rear | 13x6.50-6 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 35 inches
88 cm |
Length | 56 inches
142 cm |
Weight | 370 lbs
167 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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32" mid-mount mower deck | |
Blade |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 85.
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 85 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 85.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS
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