Cub Cadet lawn tractors
Cub Cadet 70
The Cub Cadet 70 is a garden tractor produced from 1963 to 1965 by Cub Cadet, a part of International Harvester. It was built in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. The tractor is powered by a 7 hp Kohler K-161 262cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine. It features a 3-speed gear transmission with a 6-speed creeper option, dry disc clutch, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has a rear PTO driven by the transmission. Dimensions include a 43 inch wheelbase, 63 inch length, and 33.2 inch width, with a shipping weight of 560 lbs. Tires are lawn/turf type with front sizes 4.80x4.00-8 and 16x6.50-8, and rear sizes 6-12 and 8-12. Electrical system includes a 12 volt battery with a generator charging system and negative ground. Attachments available include 38, 42, and 48 inch mid-mount mower decks and a 36 inch front-mount snowblower. The tractor serial numbers are stamped on the right side of the transmission below the frame rail.
Power7 hp
Founded38/42/48" deck
Model70
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 70
Engine
| Type | gasoline, 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
|---|---|
| Model | Kohler K-161 |
| Fuel tank | 1.25 gal (4.7 L) |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.875x2.5 inches (73 x 64 mm) |
| Displacement | 262 cc (16 ci) |
| Power (gross) | 7 hp (5.2 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
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 |
Production
| Built in | Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
|---|---|
| Years made | 1963 - 1965 |
References
| Book | Cub Cadet Lawn and Garden Tractor published in 1964, by International Harvester |
|---|---|
| Manual | Operator's Manual Rotary Mowers (1019804R3) published in 1965 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Options | 3-speed gear, 6-speed creeper |
| Type (gear) | shaft-driven gear |
| Gears (gear) | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
| Type (creeper) | creeper |
| Gears (creeper) | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Serial Numbers
| 1963 | 65458 |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 73875 |
| 1965 | 104307 |
| Final | 127160 |
| Location | Serial number stamped into the right side of transmission below frame rail. |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 33.2 inches (84 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 63 inches (160 cm) |
| Rear tire | 6-12, 8-12 |
| Wheelbase | 43 inches (109 cm) |
| Front tire | 4.80x4.00-8, 16x6.50-8 |
| Rear tread | 27 inches (68 cm) |
| Front tread | 27 inches (68 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 560 lbs (254 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 6 inches (15 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 40 inches (101 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Type | Rear PTO |
|---|---|
| Drive | transmission |