Cub Cadet lawn tractors

Cub Cadet HDS 2185

The Cub Cadet HDS 2185 is a garden tractor produced from 1994 to 1999 as part of the 2000 Series. It features an 18HP Kohler 624cc 2-cylinder gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission, and two-wheel drive. It has a wheelbase of 47 inches and weighs 684 lbs with a 48-inch mower deck. The tractor includes an open operator station, manual steering, and mechanical drum brakes. It supports various attachments including mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, blade, and optional rear tiller and grass catcher.

Power18 hp

Founded46/48" deck

Model2185

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet HDS 2185

Engine

Type	18HP Kohler 624cc 2-cyl gasoline
Starter	electric
Idle RPM	1200-3600
Fuel tank	3 gal (11.4 L)
Bore/Stroke	3.03x2.64 inches (77 x 67 mm)
Displacement	624 cc (38.1 ci)
Oil capacity	2 qts (1.9 L)
Engine detail	Kohler Command gasoline 2-cylinder air-cooled horizontal-shaft V-Twin
Power (gross)	18 hp (13.4 kW)
Sparkplug gap	0.040 inches (1.016 mm)
Starter volts	12
Oil change interval	100 h

Dimensions

Width	39 inches (99 cm)
Length	72 inches (182 cm)
Weight	684 lbs (310 kg) *Weight with 48-inch mower deck.
Rear tire	23x9.5-12
Wheelbase	47 inches (119 cm)
Front tire	16x6.5-8
Rear tread	30.25 inches (76 cm)
Front tread	31.5 inches (80 cm)
Ground clearance	6 inches (15 cm)
Height (steering wheel)	43 inches (109 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery CCA	275
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	15
Charging system	flywheel alternator

Production

Series	2000 Series
Category	Garden tractor
Years made	1994 - 1999
Original price	$3,700 (1997), $3,500 (1999)

Attachments

42" Blade	Cub Cadet 190-302-100, front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm), 95 lbs (43 kg), manual-lift, manual-angle
Additional	A 28-inch rear tiller, model 190-304-100, with electric lift, was available. A 10 bushel triple-bag rear grass catcher (model 190-306-100) was optional.
40" Snow blower	Cub Cadet 190-303-100, 40 inches width (101 cm), two-stage, front-mount, manual-lift, 190 lbs (86 kg)
46" mid-mount mower deck	Cub Cadet 190-300-100, 46 inches (116 cm), 2-blade, manual lift, right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 4.25 inch (3 to 10 cm), 100 lbs (45 kg)
48" mid-mount mower deck	Cub Cadet 190-301-100, 48 inches (121 cm), 2-blade, manual lift, right mulch (Optional), Cut height: 1.5 to 4.25 inch (3 to 10 cm), 170 lbs (77 kg)

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