Cub Cadet lawn tractors
Cub Cadet 982
The Cub Cadet 982 is a garden tractor produced from 1979 to 1986 by Cub Cadet, a part of International Harvester. It features a 19.9 hp Onan 781cc 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 wheelbase of 51.6 inches and weighs 875 lbs. It offers various attachments including mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, blade, and compatibility with a model 48 tiller. The 982 was built in Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
Power19 hp
Founded50/60" deck
Model982
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 982
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Onan B48G |
| Power | 19.9 hp (14.8 kW) |
| Torque | 30.86 lb-ft (41.8 Nm) |
| Cooling | air-cooled |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal (15.1 L) |
| Rated RPM | 3200 |
| Torque RPM | 1629 |
| Air cleaner | dry with foam pre-cleaner |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.25x2.875 inches (83 x 73 mm) |
| Displacement | 781 cc (47.7 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 1.75 qts (1.7 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Oil change interval | 50 h |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery AH | 32 |
| Battery CCA | 200 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 20 |
| Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Production
| Years | 1979 - 1986 |
|---|---|
| Built in | Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
Attachments
| 54" Blade | Cub Cadet, front-mount, 54 inches width (137 cm), 19 inches height (48 cm), hydraulic-lift, manual-angle, hydraulic-angle Optional |
|---|---|
| Additional | The Cub Cadet 982 was compatible with the model 48 tiller. The model 48 requires both the rear PTO and three-point hitch. |
| 48" Snow blower | Cub Cadet H-48, 48 inches width (121 cm), front-mount, hydraulic-lift |
| 50" mid-mount mower deck | Cub Cadet 50C, 50 inches (127 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, Cut height: 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm) |
| 60" mid-mount mower deck | Cub Cadet 60C, 60 inches (152 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, right-discharge, Cut height: 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Controls | Brakes, Throttle, Forward/reverse, Left brake, Right brake |
| Oil capacity | 3.5 qts (3.3 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | 0 Optional |
|---|
Serial Numbers
| 1979 | 665001 |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 667400 |
| 1981 | 685776 |
| Final | 700000 |
| Serial number plate location | on the left side of the 982, ahead of the rear fender |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 43.5 inches (110 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 78.5 inches (199 cm) |
| Rear tire | 26x12.00-12 |
| Wheelbase | 51.6 inches (131 cm) |
| Front tire | 18x8.50-8 |
| Rear tread | 31.5 inches (80 cm) |
| Front tread | 33 inches (83 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 875 lbs (396 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 7.75 inches (19 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 47.5 inches (120 cm) |
Steering and Drive
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Differential external disc brakes |
| Steering | manual |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Front PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 2000 |
| Rear PTO Clutch | electric |
| Front PTO Clutch | electric |