Cub Cadet

Cub Cadet 5234D

The Cub Cadet 5234D is a sub-compact utility tractor produced from 2004 to 2008 as part of the 5000 Series. It features a 23 hp Daihatsu 0.8L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine with indirect injection and a hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds in two ranges. The tractor includes four-wheel drive, mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, external dual disc brakes, and a two-post folding ROPS. It has a fuel capacity of 5.6 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 5 gallons with an open center type system. The rear hitch is category I with a lift capacity of 1025 lbs at the ends. PTO options include independent rear and mid PTOs with electric clutch. Dimensions include a 55 inch wheelbase, 85 inch length (103 inches with hitch), 45 inch width, and 82 inch height with ROPS. Tires are available in agricultural and lawn/turf configurations. Attachments include mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, blade, and a front-end loader with detailed specifications.
Power23 hp
Founded2004 - 2008
Model5234D

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 5234D

Power
Engine power23 hp (17.2 kW)
PTO (claimed)17 hp (12.7 kW)
Engine
Typediesel
Power23 hp (17.2 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled OHV
Idle RPM1200-3600
Cylinders3-cylinder
Rated RPM3600
Bore/Stroke2.68x3.07 inches (68 x 78 mm)
Fuel systemindirect injection
Displacement51.8 ci (0.8 L)
ManufacturerDaihatsu
Oil capacity3.5 qts (3.3 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity5.3 qts (5.0 L)
Oil change interval150 h
Intake valve clearance0.008 inches (cold) (0.203 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance0.008 inches (cold) (0.203 mm)
Capacity
Fuel5.6 gal (21.2 L)
Hydraulic system5 gal (18.9 L)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery CCA500
Battery volts12
Charging amps30
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Valves1 (optional)
Capacity5 gal (18.9 L)
Pressure1500 psi (103.4 bar)
Total flow5.5 gpm (20.8 lpm)
Mechanical
ROPSTwo-post folding ROPS
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesExternal dual disc brakes
Power steeringyes
Differential lockmechanical rear
Production
TypeSub-Compact Utility tractor
Series5000 Series
Years made2004 - 2008
Original price$9,299 in 2007
Attachments
Blade60 inches width (152 cm), front-mount
Snowblower48 inches width (121 cm), front-mount
Front-end loader
ModelMTD 590-812-100 Loader
Dump angle45°
Dump reach24 inches (60 cm)
Bucket width48 inches (121 cm)
Ground reach49 inches (124 cm)
Breakout force1250 lbs (567 kg)
Rollback angle25°
Height (at pin)71.5 inches (181 cm)
Clearance (dumped)51 inches (129 cm)
Lift capacity (full at pin)550 lbs (249 kg)
54" mid-mount mower deck54 inches (137 cm)
60" mid-mount mower deck60 inches (152 cm)
Transmission
Typehydrostatic
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse (2-range)
NotesTwo-range hydrostatic transmission with right-hand forward and reverse pedals. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges.
Oil typeCub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus
Oil capacity20 qts (18.9 L)
Oil change interval200 h
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeI
Rear lift (at ends)1025 lbs (464 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)680 lbs (308 kg)
Dimensions & Tires
Width45 inches (114 cm)
Length85 inches (215 cm)
Weight1350 lbs (612 kg)
Wheelbase55 inches (139 cm)
Ag rear tire26x12x12
Ag front tire18x9.5-8
Height (ROPS)82 inches (208 cm)
Length with hitch103 inches (261 cm)
Lawn/turf rear tire26x12-12
Lawn/turf front tire18x8.5-8
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchelectric
Mid PTOindependent
Rear PTOindependent
Mid PTO Type2000
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)