Cub Cadet lawn tractors
Cub Cadet 3208
The Cub Cadet 3208 is a garden tractor produced from 2000 to 2001 as part of the 3000 Series by Cub Cadet, a part of MTD. It features a 20 hp Kawasaki 617cc 2-cylinder liquid-cooled V-twin gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission, and two-wheel drive with mechanical rear differential lock. The tractor includes power steering, disc brakes, and an open operator station. It has a wheelbase of 49.5 inches, weighs 816 lbs, and uses lawn/turf tires sized 16x7.5-8 front and 24x10.5-12 rear. The 3208 supports various attachments including multiple mid-mount mower decks, a snowblower, and a blade. The front PTO is independent with an electro-pneumatic idler clutch and shaft type SAE BB. The original price was $6,699 in 2000.
Power20 hp
Founded44/48/54/60" deck
Model3208
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 3208
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kawasaki FD620 |
| Starter | electric |
| Idle RPM | 1450-3600 |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 4.5 gal (17.0 L) |
| Rated RPM | 3450 |
| Sparkplug | NGK BMR 4A |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.99x2.66 inches (76 x 68 mm) |
| Displacement | 617 cc (37.65 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 1.6 qts (1.5 L) |
| Configuration | liquid-cooled horizontal-shaft V-twin |
| Power (gross) | 20 hp (14.9 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 2.8 qts (2.6 L) |
| Compression ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Oil change interval | 100 h |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 435 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 20 |
| Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Disc brakes |
| Power steering | yes |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Type | Garden tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | 3000 Series |
| Original price | $6,699 in 2000 |
| Years produced | 2000 - 2001 |
Attachments
| 54" Blade | Cub Cadet 190-352, front-mount, 54 inches width (137 cm), 110 lbs (49 kg), hydraulic-lift, manual-angle, hydraulic-angle Optional |
|---|---|
| Additional | A 42-inch hydraulic-drive rear tiller was available, model 190-004. |
| 45" Snow blower | Cub Cadet 190-353, 45 inches width (114 cm), two-stage, front-mount, hydraulic-lift, 215 lbs (97 kg) |
| 44" mid-mount mower deck | Cub Cadet 190-209, 44 inches (111 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, Cut height: 1.5 to 4.5 inch (3 to 11 cm), 140 lbs (63 kg) |
| 48" mid-mount mower deck | Cub Cadet 190-289, 48 inches (121 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, Cut height: 1.5 to 4.5 inch (3 to 11 cm), 265 lbs (120 kg) |
| 54" mid-mount mower deck | Cub Cadet 190-290, 54 inches (137 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, Cut height: 1.5 to 4.5 inch (3 to 11 cm), 268 lbs (121 kg) |
| 60" mid-mount mower deck | Cub Cadet 190-291, 60 inches (152 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, Cut height: 1.5 to 4.5 inch (3 to 11 cm), 290 lbs (131 kg) |
Transmission
| Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Model | Hydro-Gear BDU-21L |
| Oil capacity | 6 qts (5.7 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | 0 Optional |
|---|
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 42 inches (106 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 43.6 inches (110 cm) |
| Length | 72.25 inches (183 cm) |
| Weight | 816 lbs (370 kg) |
| Rear tire | 24x10.5-12 |
| Wheelbase | 49.5 inches (125 cm) |
| Front tire | 16x7.5-8 |
| Ground clearance | 6 inches (15 cm) |
| Rear axle diameter | 1.18 inch (29 mm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electro-pneumatic idler |
|---|---|
| Front PTO | independent |
| Front PTO Type | shaft (SAE BB) |