Cub Cadet SLT1554
The Cub Cadet SLT1554 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 724 cc 44.2 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 27 hp / 20.1 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear 0510. Operating weight: 567 lbs*Weight with mower deck. 257 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 27 hp / 20.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.5 gal
13.2 L
Transmission
Hydro-Gear 0510
Operating Weight
567 lbs*Weight with mower deck.
257 kg
Overview
 | 2005 - 2008
1500 SeriesLawn tractor
1500 Series
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Lawn tractor | |
Original price was $2,700 in 2007 | |
Cub Cadet SLT1554 Engine | |
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27HP Kohler 724cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3.5 gal
13.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet SLT1554 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 | 46 inches
116 cm |
Weight | 567 lbs
257 kg |
Front tire | 15x6-6 |
Rear tire | 22x9.5-12 |
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 — 724 cc / 44.2 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler SV740 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-twin |
Displacement | 724 cc
44.2 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.27x2.64 inches
83 x 67 mm |
Power (gross) | 27 hp
20.1 kW |
Air cleaner | paper element |
Compression | 9:1 |
Rated RPM | 3375 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug | Champion RC12YC |
Oil capacity | 1.9 qts
1.8 L |
Oil change | 50 h |
Transmission
Transmission — Hydro-Gear 0510
Transmission | Hydro-Gear 0510 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 2.4 qts
2.3 L |
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Dimensions
Cub Cadet SLT1554 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 22x9.5-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Length | 68 inches
172 cm |
Width | 60 inches
152 cm |
Height | 43 inches
109 cm |
Weight | 567 lbs*Weight with mower deck.
257 kg |
Ground clearance | 4.5 inches
11 cm |
Rear axle | 0.75 inch diameter
19 mm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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54" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Other attachments for the SLT 1554 included the model 190-285 three-bag grass collector. |
54" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Cub Cadet |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 54 inches
137 cm |
Belt | 954-0642 |
Overall width | 60 inches
152 cm |
Photos
Cub Cadet SLT1554
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet SLT1554 based on its 27 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 | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
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 SLT1554.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.5 hrs
Approximately 2.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.5 gal / 13.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.4 gal/hr (5.3 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 SLT1554 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet SLT1554.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)27 hp
Kilowatts (kW)20.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)27.4 PS
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