Cub Cadet LT1046
The Cub Cadet LT1046 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 624 cc 38.1 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 23 hp / 17.2 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear 0510. Operating weight: 513 lbs*Weight with mower deck. 232 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 23 hp / 17.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.5 gal
13.2 L
Transmission
Hydro-Gear 0510
Operating Weight
513 lbs*Weight with mower deck.
232 kg
Overview
 | 2005 - 2008
LT 1000 SeriesLawn tractor
LT 1000 Series
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Lawn tractor | |
Cub Cadet LT1046 Engine | |
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23HP Kohler 624cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3.5 gal
13.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet LT1046 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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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Weight | 513 lbs
232 kg |
Front tire | 15x6-6 |
Rear tire | 20x10-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery CCA | 235 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Residential Outdoor Power Equipment 2005 published by Cub Cadet* | |
Better Residential Outdoor Power Equipment published in 2006, by Cub Cadet | |
Better Residential Outdoor Power Equipment published in 2007, by Cub Cadet | |
Premium Residential Outdoor Power Equipment published in 2008, by Cub Cadet | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 624 cc / 38.1 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler SV720 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-twin |
Displacement | 624 cc
38.1 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.03x2.64 inches
77 x 67 mm |
Power (gross) | 23 hp
17.2 kW |
Compression | 8.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Idle RPM | 1200-3600 |
Torque | 33 lb-ft
44.7 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug | Champion RC12YC |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Oil capacity | 2.1 qts
2.0 L |
Oil change | 100 h |
Transmission
Transmission — Hydro-Gear 0510
Transmission | Hydro-Gear 0510 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
Cub Cadet LT1046 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x10-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Length | 68 inches
172 cm |
Width | 49 inches
124 cm |
Height | 43 inches
109 cm |
Weight | 513 lbs*Weight with mower deck.
232 kg |
Ground clearance | 4.5 inches
11 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 |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 46 inches
116 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 4 inch
3 to 10 cm |
Photos
Cub Cadet LT1046
Cub Cadet LT1046
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet LT1046 based on its 23 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 LT1046.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.9 hrs
Approximately 2.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.5 gal / 13.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.2 gal/hr (4.5 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 LT1046 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet LT1046.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)23 hp
Kilowatts (kW)17.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)23.3 PS
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