Cub Cadet GT 1222
The Cub Cadet GT 1222 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): 22 hp / 16.4 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear 311-3000. Operating weight: 150 lbs 68 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 22 hp / 16.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
Hydro-Gear 311-3000
Operating Weight
150 lbs
68 kg
Overview
 | 2004
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Lawn tractor | |
Cub Cadet GT 1222 Engine | |
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22HP Briggs & Stratton 655cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet GT 1222 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission 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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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Weight | 529 lbs
239 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.5 |
Rear tire | 23x9.5 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 16 |
Battery CCA | 270 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Outdoor Power Equipment published in 2004, by Cub Cadet |
Engine
Engine Detail — 655 cc / 40 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 40H777 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 655 cc
40 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.97x2.89 inches
75 x 73 mm |
Power (gross) | 22 hp
16.4 kW |
Compression | 8.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Idle RPM | 1200-3300 |
Torque | 32.7 lb-ft
44.3 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Transmission
Transmission — Hydro-Gear 311-3000
Transmission | Hydro-Gear 311-3000 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
Cub Cadet GT 1222 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.5 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x9.5 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Length | 68.5 inches
173 cm |
Width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Weight | 529 lbs
239 kg |
Ground clearance | 6 inches
15 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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46" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
46" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Cub Cadet |
manual lift | |
Cutting width | 46 inches
116 cm |
Weight | 150 lbs
68 kg |
Cut height | 1.5 to 4 inch
3 to 10 cm |
Photos
Cub Cadet GT 1222 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet GT 1222 based on its 22 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. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 GT 1222.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.6 hrs
Approximately 2.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.1 gal/hr (4.3 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 GT 1222 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet GT 1222.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)22 hp
Kilowatts (kW)16.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)22.3 PS
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