Cub Cadet lawn tractors
Cub Cadet 582
The Cub Cadet 582 is a garden tractor produced from 1979 to 1985 by Cub Cadet, a part of International Harvester. It features a 16 horsepower Briggs & Stratton 655cc 2-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, a 3-speed gear transmission with 3 forward and 1 reverse gears, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has wet disc brakes and an open operator station. It was built in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. The 582 model supports various attachments including mid-mount mower decks (38", 44", 50"), blades (42", 54"), and snow blowers (36", 42"). The electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with a 13-amp alternator charging system. Dimensions include a 44 inch wheelbase, 72 inch length, and a shipping weight of 640 lbs.
Power16 hp
Founded38/44/50" deck
Model582
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 582
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Briggs & Stratton 401417 |
| Torque | 25.8 lb-ft (35.0 Nm) |
| Cooling | air-cooled |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal (15.1 L) |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Sparkplug | RJ-12 |
| Torque RPM | 2600 |
| Air cleaner | dry with pre-cleaner |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.4375x2.156 inches (87 x 55 mm) |
| Fuel system | downdraft carburetor with integral fuel pump |
| Displacement | 655 cc (40 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 1.75 qts (1.7 L) |
| Power (gross) | 16 hp (11.9 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Features
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Steering | manual |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Dimensions
| 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) |
| Shipping weight | 640 lbs (290 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 6 inches (15 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 43 inches (109 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery AH | 32 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 13 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Production
| Built in | Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
|---|---|
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Years made | 1979 - 1985 |
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of International Harvester) |
Attachments
| Note | Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. |
|---|---|
| 42" Blade | Cub Cadet 42, front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm) |
| 54" Blade | Cub Cadet 54, front-mount, 54 inches width (137 cm) |
| 50" mower deck | Cub Cadet 50C, 50 inches (127 cm), manual lift |
| 36" Snow blower | Cub Cadet QA-36B, front-mount, 36 inches width (91 cm), manual-lift |
| 42" Snow blower | Haban H-42, front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm) |
| 38" mid-mount mower deck | Cub Cadet 38C, 38 inches (96 cm), manual lift |
| 44" mid-mount mower deck | Cub Cadet 44C, 44 inches (111 cm), manual lift |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
| Clutch | 4.5-inch dry disc |
| Oil capacity | 3.5 qts (3.3 L) |
Serial Number Location
| Location | Left side of tractor frame. |
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