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Cub Cadet 5254

The Cub Cadet 5254 is a sub-compact utility tractor produced from 2004 to 2008 as part of the 5000 Series. It features a Kawasaki 0.7L 2-cylinder liquid-cooled gasoline engine producing 25 hp, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds in two ranges, and four-wheel drive with mechanical rear differential lock. The tractor includes 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 hydraulic system. The 5254 offers a rear independent PTO and an optional mid PTO. Dimensions include a 55-inch wheelbase, 85-inch length (103 inches with hitch), 45-inch width, and 51-inch height (79 inches with ROPS), weighing 1267 lbs. Attachments available include mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, blade, and front-end loader with detailed specifications.
Cub Cadet 5254sub-compact utility tractorKawasaki enginehydrostatic transmissiontractor specifications5000 Seriestractor attachments
Power25 hp
Founded2004 - 2008
Model5254

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 5254

Power

Engine power:25 hp (18.6 kW)
PTO (claimed):20 hp (14.9 kW)

Engine

Type:gasoline
Power:25 hp (18.6 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Idle RPM:1450-3600
Cylinders:2-cylinder
Rated RPM:3600
Bore/Stroke:3.07x3.07 inches (78 x 78 mm)
Fuel system:twin carburetor
Displacement:45.5 ci (0.7 L)
Manufacturer:Kawasaki
Oil capacity:2.1 qts (2.0 L)
Sparkplug gap:0.030 inches (0.762 mm)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:3.5 qts (3.3 L)
Oil change interval:100 h
Intake valve clearance:0.006 inches (cold) (0.152 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance:0.006 inches (cold) (0.152 mm)

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:30
Charging system:regulated flywheel coil

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:1 Optional
Capacity:5 gal (18.9 L)
Pressure:1500 psi (103.4 bar)
Total flow:5.5 gpm (20.8 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post folding ROPS
Drive:Four-wheel drive
Brakes:External dual disc brakes
Power steering:Yes
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Series:5000 Series
Category:Sub-Compact Utility tractor
Original price:$8,400 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

Model:MTD 590-812-100 Loader
Dump angle:45°
Bucket width:48 inches (121 cm)
Breakout force:1250 lbs (567 kg)
Reach (dumped):24 inches (60 cm)
Reach (ground):49 inches (124 cm)
Rollback angle:25°
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 (2-range)
Notes:Two-range hydrostatic transmission with right-hand forward and reverse pedals. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges.
Oil type:Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus
Oil capacity:20 qts (18.9 L)
Oil change interval:200 h

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:1267 lbs (574 kg)
Rear tire:26x12-12
Wheelbase:55 inches (139 cm)
Front tire:18x9.5-8
Ag rear tire:26x12-12
Ag front tire:18x9.5-8
Height (ROPS):79 inches (200 cm)
Ground clearance:5 inches (12 cm)
Length with hitch:103 inches (261 cm)
Lawn/turf rear tire:26x12-12
Lawn/turf front tire:18x8.5-8

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:electric
Mid PTO:independent
Rear PTO:independent
Mid PTO Type:2000
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)

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