Cub Cadet Tank M48 KW
The Cub Cadet Tank M48 KW is a zero-turn mower produced from 2002 to 2010 as part of the Tank M Series. It features a 19 hp Kawasaki FH601V 675cc 2-cylinder air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin gasoline engine with a 10-gallon dual fuel tank. The hydrostatic transmission offers infinite forward and reverse speeds. The mower has differential power steering and an open operator station. It includes a 48-inch mid-mount mower deck with 3 blades and manual spring-assisted lift, capable of cutting heights from 1.5 to 5.0 inches. The mower weighs 980 lbs and rides on 13x5.0-6 front and 23x9.5-12 rear tires. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. Original price was $6,700 in 2003.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet Tank M48 KW
Tires
| Rear tire | 23x9.5-12 |
|---|---|
| Front tire | 13x5.0-6 |
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kawasaki FH601V |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 10 gal (37.9 L) Dual tanks |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.96x2.99 inches (75 x 76 mm) |
| Displacement | 675 cc (41.2 ci) |
| Configuration | air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
| Power (gross) | 19 hp (14.2 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Variants
| M48-HN | Honda engine |
|---|---|
| M48-KH | Kohler engine |
| M48-KW | Kawasaki engine |
| M48-KHS | Kohler engine, stamped deck |
| M48-KWS | Kawasaki engine, stamped deck |
Dimensions
| Length | 73 inches (185 cm) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 980 lbs (444 kg) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Mechanical
| Steering | differential power |
|---|---|
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Zero-turn mower |
|---|---|
| Series | Tank M Series |
| Original price | $6,700 in 2003 |
| Years produced | 2002 - 2010 |
Attachments
| Blades | 3-blade with manual spring-assisted lift |
|---|---|
| Cut height | 1.5 to 5.0 inch (3 to 12 cm) |
| Mower deck | 48" mid-mount Cub Cadet |
| Cutting width | 48 inches (121 cm) |
| Overall width | 59 inches (149 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Type | independent |
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| Clutch | electric |
| Location | Mid PTO |
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