Cub Cadet lawn tractors
Cub Cadet 100
The Cub Cadet 100 is a garden tractor produced from 1963 to 1965 by Cub Cadet, a part of International Harvester. Built in Louisville, Kentucky, USA, it features a 10HP Kohler 391cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, a 3-speed gear transmission with an optional 6-speed creeper, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has a wheelbase of 43 inches and weighs 620 lbs. It offers rear PTO driven by the transmission and supports various attachments including mid-mount mower decks and a snowblower. The electrical system uses a 12-volt battery with a generator charging system and negative ground.
Power10 hp
Founded38/42/48" deck
Model100
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 100
Engine
| Type | gasoline, 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
|---|---|
| Model | Kohler K-241 |
| Fuel tank | 1.625 gal (6.2 L) |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.25x2.875 inches (83 x 73 mm) |
| Displacement | 391 cc (23.9 ci) |
| Power (gross) | 10 hp (7.5 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Overview
| Built in | Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
|---|---|
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of International Harvester) |
| Production years | 1963 - 1965 |
Dimensions
| Width | 33.2 inches (84 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 63 inches (160 cm) |
| Rear tire | 6-12 |
| Wheelbase | 43 inches (109 cm) |
| Front tire | 4.80x4.00-8 |
| Rear tread | 27 inches (68 cm) |
| Front tread | 27 inches (68 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 620 lbs (281 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 6 inches (15 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 40 inches (101 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging system | generator |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Dry disc brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Attachments
| Snowblower | 36 inches width (91 cm), front-mount, manual-lift |
|---|---|
| 38" mid-mount mower deck | 38 inches (96 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, Cut height: 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm) |
| 42" mid-mount mower deck | 42 inches (106 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, Cut height: 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm) |
| 48" mid-mount mower deck | 48 inches (121 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, Cut height: 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm) |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Type (gear) | shaft-driven gear |
| Gears (gear) | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
| Type (creeper) | creeper |
| Gears (creeper) | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Transmission options | 3-speed gear, 6-speed creeper |
Serial Numbers
| 1963 | 65458 |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 73875 |
| 1965 | 104307 |
| Final | 127160 |
| Serial number location | Stamped into the right side of transmission below frame rail |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Type | Rear PTO |
|---|---|
| Drive | transmission |