Cub Cadet lawn tractors
Cub Cadet GT 2521
The Cub Cadet GT 2521 is a 2004 garden tractor from the 2500 Series by Cub Cadet, a part of MTD. It features a 21 hp Vanguard 626cc 2-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and a 2-wheel drive manual steering setup with external disc brakes. The tractor has a 47 inch wheelbase, weighs 529 lbs, and uses 16x6.5-8 front and 23x9.5-12 rear lawn/turf tires. It offers an optional sleeve hitch and independent front PTO with electric clutch. Attachments include a 48" mid-mount mower deck, 42" blade, and 42" two-stage snow blower. Electrical system is 12 volts with alternator charging at 15 amps.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet GT 2521
Engine
| Type | gasoline, 2-cylinder, air-cooled |
|---|---|
| Model | Vanguard 381777 |
| Starter | electric |
| Idle RPM | 1400-3600 |
| Fuel tank | 2.1 gal (7.9 L) |
| Rated RPM | 3350 |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.97x2.76 inches (75 x 70 mm) |
| Displacement | 626 cc (38.2 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 1.5 qts (1.4 L) |
| Power (gross) | 21 hp (15.7 kW) |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches (0.762 mm) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Oil change interval | 50 h |
Dimensions
| Width | 56 inches (142 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 72 inches (182 cm) |
| Weight | 529 lbs (239 kg) |
| Rear tire | 23x9.5-12 |
| Wheelbase | 47 inches (119 cm) |
| Front tire | 16x6.5-8 |
| 4-bolt rear axle | 1 inch diameter (25 mm) |
| Ground clearance | 6 inches (15 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 43 inches (109 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 15 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Production
| Type | Garden tractor |
|---|---|
| Year | 2004 |
| Series | 2500 Series |
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Attachments
| Note | Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. |
|---|---|
| 42" Blade | Cub Cadet 190-302, front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm), Weight 95 lbs (43 kg) |
| 42" Snow blower | Cub Cadet 190-341, two-stage, front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm), Weight 181 lbs (82 kg) |
| 48" mid-mount mower deck | 48" mid-mount Cub Cadet 190-301, manual lift, Cutting width 48 inches (121 cm), Weight 191 lbs (86 kg) |
Transmission
| Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Oil capacity | 6 qts (5.7 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Type | sleeve hitch Optional |
|---|
Other features
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | External disc brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electric |
|---|---|
| Front PTO | independent |