Cub Cadet 5252
The Cub Cadet 5252 is a sub-compact utility tractor produced from 2004 to 2008 as part of the 5000 Series. It features a 25 hp Kohler 0.7L 2-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears, and two-wheel drive with power steering. The tractor includes 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 and optional valve. The rear hitch is category I with a lift capacity of 1,025 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 51-inch height (77 inches with ROPS). The tractor weighs 1200 lbs and has lawn/turf tires sized 18x8.5-8 front and 26x12-12 rear. Attachments available include 54" and 60" mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, blade, and a front-end loader with a 550 lbs lift capacity and 1250 lbs breakout force.
Power25 hp
Founded2004 - 2008
Model5252
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 5252
Power
| Engine | 25 hp (18.6 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 20 hp (14.9 kW) |
Tires
| Lawn/turf rear | 26x12-12 |
|---|---|
| Lawn/turf front | 18x8.5-8 |
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Power | 25 hp (18.6 kW) |
| Cooling | air-cooled |
| Idle RPM | 1500-3600 |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.27x2.64 inches (83 x 67 mm) |
| Compression | 9:1 |
| Displacement | 45.6 ci (0.7 L) |
| Manufacturer | Kohler |
| Oil capacity | 2.1 qts (2.0 L) |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches (0.762 mm) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Capacity
| Fuel | 5.6 gal (21.2 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 5 gal (18.9 L) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 500 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 20 |
| Charging system | regulated flywheel coil |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Valves | 1 (optional) |
| Capacity | 5 gal (18.9 L) |
| Total flow | 5.5 gpm (20.8 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post foldinf ROPS. |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Brakes | External dual disc brakes |
| Steering | Power steering |
Production
| Series | 5000 Series |
|---|---|
| Category | Sub-Compact Utility tractor |
| Original price | $7,000 in 2007 |
| Years produced | 2004 - 2008 |
Attachments
| Blade | 60 inches width (152 cm), front-mount |
|---|---|
| Snowblower | 48 inches width (121 cm), front-mount |
| Front-end loader | ModelMTD 590-812-100 Loader Dump angle45° Bucket width48 inches (121 cm) Breakout force1250 lbs (567 kg) Reach (dumped)24 inches (60 cm) Reach (ground)49 inches (124 cm) 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 deck | 54 inches (137 cm) |
| 60" mid-mount mower deck | 60 inches (152 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
|---|---|
| Rear lift (at ends) | 1,025 lbs (464 kg) |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 680 lbs (308 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 45 inches (114 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 51 inches (129 cm) |
| Length | 85 inches (215 cm) |
| Weight | 1200 lbs (544 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 55 inches (139 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 77 inches (195 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 5 inches (12 cm) |
| Length with hitch | 103 inches (261 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electric |
|---|---|
| Mid PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Mid PTO Type | 2000 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
