Cub Cadet
Cub Cadet 7252
The Cub Cadet 7252 is a 2003 model compact utility tractor from the 7000 Series by Cub Cadet. It features a Kawasaki 0.7L 2-cylinder liquid-cooled gasoline engine producing 25 hp (18.6 kW) with a hydrostatic transmission offering infinite forward and reverse speeds in two ranges. The tractor is two-wheel drive with mechanical rear differential lock and hydrostatic power steering. It has a 6-gallon fuel and hydraulic capacity, and a rear hitch with position control. The PTO is independent with electric clutch and operates at 540 and 2000 RPM. Dimensions include a 58-inch wheelbase, 91-inch length (109 inches with hitch), 48-inch width, and 53-inch height (79 inches with ROPS). The tractor weighs 1597 lbs (724 kg). Attachments include mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, blade, front-end loader, and backhoe. The 7252 is related to the 7254 model which offers 4WD.
Power25 hp
Founded2003
Model7252
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 7252
Power
| Engine | 25 hp (18.6 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 20 hp (14.9 kW) |
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kawasaki FD750 |
| Power | 25 hp (18.6 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Idle RPM | 1550-3600 |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Air cleaner | paper element |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.07x3.07 inches (78 x 78 mm) |
| Fuel system | dual carburetor |
| Pre-heating | coolant heater (optional) |
| Displacement | 45.6 ci (0.7 L) |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches (0.762 mm) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 3.5 qts (3.3 L) |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.006 inches (cold) (0.152 mm) |
| Coolant change interval | 400 h |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.006 inches (cold) (0.152 mm) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 6 gal (22.7 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 6 gal (22.7 L) |
Variants
| 7252 | 2WD |
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| 7254 | 4WD |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 500 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 30 |
| Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Engine Oil
| Oil capacity | 2.1 qts (2.0 L) |
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| Oil change interval | 100 h |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center gear pump |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 6 gal (22.7 L) |
| Pressure | 1500 psi (103.4 bar) |
| Pump flow | 5 gpm (18.9 lpm) |
| Total flow | 8 gpm (30.3 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 3 gpm (11.4 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post foldable ROPS |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Dry shoe brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Year | 2003 |
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| Series | 7000 Series |
| Category | Compact Utility tractor |
| Original price | $10,000 in 2003 |
Attachments
| 60" Blade | Cub Cadet 590-615-100, front-mount, 60 inches width (152 cm) |
|---|---|
| 610 Loader | 725 lbs lift (full at pin) (328 kg), 1647 lbs breakout (at pin) (747 kg), 45° dump, 24 inches reach (dumped) (60 cm), 49 inches reach (ground) (124 cm), 25° rollback, 73.5 inches height (at pin) (186 cm), 53 inches clearance (dumped) (134 cm), Bucket width: 48 inches (121 cm) |
| 612 Backhoe | Weight950 lbs (430 kg) Swing Arc180° Backhoe typeCub Cadet 612 Backhoe Bucket force1935 lbs (877 kg) Digging depth78 inches (198 cm) Loading height52.5 inches (133 cm) Bucket Rotation180° Reach from pivot94 inches (238 cm) Dipperstick force1010 lbs (458 kg) |
| 54" Snow blower | Cub Cadet 590-619-100, front-mount, 54 inches width (137 cm) |
| Additional info | In addition to the mid-mount mowers, the Cub Cadet 7252 was advertised as compatible with 60-inch rear-mount finish mower and 48-inch rotary cutter. Recommended ground tools included a 48-inch box blade, 60-inch rear blade, and 50-inch tiller. |
| 54" mid-mount mower deck | Cub Cadet 590-613-100, 54 inches (137 cm) |
| 60" mid-mount mower deck | Cub Cadet 590-614-100, 60 inches (152 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
| Oil type | Cab Cadet Hy-Trans Fluid |
| Description | Hydrostatic transmission with forward-reverse tredle pedal and high-low range shift. Tractor must be stopped to shift range. |
| Oil capacity | 24 qts (22.7 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position control |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 1150 lbs (521 kg) |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 950 lbs (430 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 48 inches (121 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 53 inches (134 cm) |
| Length | 91 inches (231 cm) |
| Weight | 1597 lbs (724 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 58 inches (147 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 79 inches (200 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 8 inches (20 cm) |
| Length with hitch | 109 inches (276 cm) |
| Lawn/turf rear tires | 27x12-15 |
| Lawn/turf front tires | 20x9-8 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electric |
|---|---|
| Mid PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Engine RPM | 540@3500 |
| Mid PTO Type | 2000 (1.000) |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
| Mid PTO Clutch | electric |