Cub Cadet lawn tractors
Cub Cadet 1812
The Cub Cadet 1812 is a garden tractor produced from 1986 to 1989 by Cub Cadet, a part of MTD. It features an 18 hp Kohler M18 691cc 2-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has a 44 inch wheelbase, and is equipped with dual disc brakes and an open operator station. It offers a front independent PTO with electric clutch and optional rear hitch. Attachments include 38", 44", and 50" mid-mount mower decks with hydraulic lift, front-mount blades, and a two-stage front-mount snowblower. The 1812 model is part of a series including the 1806, 1810, 1811, and the earlier 1712 model.
Power18 hp
Founded38/44/50" deck
Model1812
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 1812
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kohler M18 |
| Cooling | air-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Idle RPM | 1200-3600 |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal (15.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.125x2.75 inches (79 x 70 mm) |
| Displacement | 691 cc (42.18 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
| Power (gross) | 18 hp (13.4 kW) |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.25 inches (6.350 mm) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.004 inches (cold) (0.102 mm) |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.012 inches (cold) (0.305 mm) |
Variants
| 1806 | gear drive |
|---|---|
| 1810 | hydrostatic |
| 1811 | hydro with hydraulic lift |
| 1812 | hydro with lift and remotes |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 15 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Dual disc brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Garden tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Brownsville, Tennessee, USA |
| Years made | 1986 - 1989 |
Attachments
| Blade | front-mount |
|---|---|
| Snowblower | two-stage, front-mount |
| 38" mid-mount mower deck | hydraulic lift |
| 44" mid-mount mower deck | hydraulic lift |
| 50" mid-mount mower deck | hydraulic lift |
Transmission
| Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Oil capacity | 7 qts (6.6 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | 0 Optional |
|---|
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 37.75 inches (95 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 72 inches (182 cm) |
| Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
| Wheelbase | 44 inches (111 cm) |
| Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
| Rear tread | 27 inches (68 cm) |
| Front tread | 29 inches (73 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 6 inches (15 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 43 inches (109 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electric |
|---|---|
| Front PTO | independent |