Cub Cadet lawn tractors
Cub Cadet 1100
The Cub Cadet 1100 was an economy model of the "Quietline" era produced from 1978 to 1979. It was the only model in the series to use a Briggs & Stratton 11HP engine and featured a Peerless transaxle instead of the heavier International Harvester Cub Cadet rear end. This garden tractor was built in Louisville, Kentucky, USA, and included features such as two-wheel drive, manual steering, dry disc brakes, and an open operator station. It had a 4-speed Peerless gear transmission with 4 forward and 1 reverse gears. The tractor was equipped with a sleeve hitch and an independent front PTO with an electric clutch. Dimensions included a 44-inch wheelbase, 69-inch length, and an operating weight of 569 lbs. It supported various attachments including 38", 44", and 50" mid-mount mower decks and front-mount snowblowers.
Power11 hp
Founded38/44/50" deck
Model1100
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 1100
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Engine | 11HP Briggs & Stratton 399cc 1-cyl gasoline |
| Torque | 16.8 lb-ft (22.8 Nm) |
| Cooling | air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 2 gal (7.6 L) |
| Rated RPM | 3400 |
| Torque RPM | 1575 |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.4375x2.625 inches (87 x 67 mm) |
| Displacement | 399 cc (24.36 ci) |
| Engine Detail | Briggs & Stratton 253417 |
| Power (gross) | 11 hp (8.2 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 15 |
| Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Dry disc brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Notes | The Cub Cadet 1100 was an economy model of the "Quietline" era. It was the only model to use a Briggs engine and used a Peerless transaxle instead of the heavier IH Cub Cadet rear end. |
|---|---|
| Years | 1978 - 1979 |
| Series | Quietline Series |
| Built in | Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
Attachments
| Overview | 38" mid-mount mower deck, 44" mid-mount mower deck, 50" mid-mount mower deck, Snowblower. Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. |
|---|---|
| 38" Mower deck | Cub Cadet 38A, 38 inches (96 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, electric lift (optional), Cut height: 1.5 to 4.5 inch (3 to 11 cm), Belt: IH 140024-C1 (primary), Belt: 954-3002 (secondary) |
| 44" Mower deck | Cub Cadet 44A, 44 inches (111 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, electric lift (optional), Cut height: 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm), Belt: IH 117465-C1 (primary early), Belt: IH 490489-R2 (primary SN81742+), Belt: 954-3004 (secondary) |
| 50" Mower deck | Cub Cadet 50A, 50 inches (127 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, electric lift (optional), Cut height: 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm), Belt: IH 490489-R2 (primary), Belt: 954-3005 (secondary) |
| 36" Snow blower | Cub Cadet QA-36A, 36 inches width (91 cm), front-mount, manual-lift |
| 42" Snow blower | Cub Cadet QA-42A, 42 inches width (106 cm), front-mount, manual-lift |
Transmission
| Type | Peerless gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Type | sleeve hitch |
|---|
Serial Numbers
| 1978 | 621744 |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 643507 |
| Serial number plate location | Serial number plate on the left side of the tractor frame. |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 37.5 inches (95 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 69 inches (175 cm) |
| Rear tire | 23x8.50-12 |
| Wheelbase | 44 inches (111 cm) |
| Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
| Rear tread | 29 inches (73 cm) |
| Front tread | 29 inches (73 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 7.5 inches (19 cm) |
| Operating weight | 569 lbs (258 kg) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 42.5 inches (107 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electric |
|---|---|
| Front PTO | independent |
| Front PTO Type | 3400 |