Cub Cadet Tank LZ54 KW
The Cub Cadet Tank LZ54 KW is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 852 cc 52 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 27 hp / 20.1 kW. Transmission: Parker Torqpact. Operating weight: 1150 lbs 521 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 27 hp / 20.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
15 gal*Dual 7.5 gallon tanks
56.8 L
Transmission
Parker Torqpact
Operating Weight
1150 lbs
521 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Zero-turn mower | |
Variants | |
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LZ54-KH | Kohler engine |
LZ54-KW | Kawasaki engine |
Cub Cadet Tank LZ54 Engine | |
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27HP Kawasaki 852cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 15 gal*Dual 7.5 gallon tanks
56.8 L |
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Cub Cadet Tank LZ54 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
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Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | differential power |
Drum brakes | |
Two-post foldable ROPS. | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 54 inches
137 cm |
Weight | 1150 lbs
521 kg |
Front tire | 13x6.5-6 |
Rear tire | 24x12-12 |
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Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 20 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
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Tank L SeriesZero-turn mower |
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Tank L Series | |
Zero-turn mower | |
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Tank L Series | |
Zero-turn mower |
Engine Detail — 852 cc / 52 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kawasaki FX850V |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 852 cc
52 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.33x2.99 inches
85 x 76 mm |
Power (gross) | 27 hp
20.1 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
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Tank L SeriesZero-turn mower |
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Tank L Series | |
Zero-turn mower | |
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Tank L Series | |
Zero-turn mower |
Transmission — Parker Torqpact
Transmission | Parker Torqpact |
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
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Tank L SeriesZero-turn mower |
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2014 - | |
Tank L Series | |
Zero-turn mower | |
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Tank L Series | |
Zero-turn mower |
Cub Cadet Tank LZ54 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 13x6.5-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 24x12-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 54 inches
137 cm |
Length | 86.5 inches
219 cm |
Width | 49.5 inches
125 cm |
Height | 73.5 inches
186 cm |
Weight | 1150 lbs
521 kg |
Front tread | 43 inches
109 cm |
Rear tread | 50 inches
127 cm |
Attachments
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Tank L SeriesZero-turn mower |
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Tank L Series | |
Zero-turn mower | |
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Tank L Series | |
Zero-turn mower |
54" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Cub Cadet |
3-blade with manual spring-assisted lift | |
Cutting width | 54 inches
137 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 5 inch
2 to 12 cm |
Photos
Cub Cadet Tank LZ54 KW tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet Tank LZ54 KW 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 Tank LZ54 KW.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.7 hrs
Approximately 10.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (15 gal / 56.8 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 Tank LZ54 KW Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet Tank LZ54 KW.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)27 hp
Kilowatts (kW)20.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)27.4 PS
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