Cub Cadet 7254
The Cub Cadet 7254 is a 2003 model compact utility tractor from the 7000 Series by Cub Cadet. It features a 25 hp Kawasaki FD750 0.7L 2-cylinder liquid-cooled gasoline engine with dual carburetor and hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds in two ranges. The tractor has four-wheel drive, mechanical rear differential lock, hydrostatic power steering, and dry shoe brakes. It includes a two-post foldable ROPS for operator safety. The tractor's fuel and hydraulic system capacities are 6 gallons each. It has a rear I-type hitch with position control and a rear lift capacity of 1150 lbs at the ends. The PTO is independent with electric clutch and operates at 540 RPM rear and 2000 RPM mid PTO. 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 weight is 1662 lbs. The tractor supports various attachments including mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, blade, front-end loader, and backhoe. The 610 loader offers 725 lbs lift capacity and 1647 lbs breakout force. The 612 backhoe provides 78 inches digging depth and 94 inches reach.
Power25 hp
Founded2003
Model7254
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 7254
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) |
|---|---|
| Front axle | 1 qts (0.9 L) |
| Front hubs | 0.75 qts (each) (0.7 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 6 gal (22.7 L) |
Variants
| 7252 | 2WD |
|---|---|
| 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) |
|---|---|
| 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 | Four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Dry shoe brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Year | 2003 |
|---|---|
| Series | 7000 Series |
| Category | Compact Utility tractor |
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet |
| Original price | $11,700 in 2003 |
Attachments
| 60" Blade | Cub Cadet 590-615-100, front-mount, 60 inches width (152 cm) |
|---|---|
| 610 Loader | Dump angle45° Bucket width48 inches (121 cm) Reach (dumped)24 inches (60 cm) Reach (ground)49 inches (124 cm) Rollback angle25° Height (at pin)73.5 inches (186 cm) Clearance (dumped)53 inches (134 cm) Breakout force (at pin)1647 lbs (747 kg) Lift capacity (full at pin)725 lbs (328 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 7254 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. |
| Cub Cadet 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" 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) |
| Notes | Hydrostatic transmission with forward-reverse tredle pedal and high-low range shift. Tractor must be stopped to shift range. |
| Oil type | Cab Cadet Hy-Trans Fluid |
| 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 | 1662 lbs (753 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 58 inches (147 cm) |
| Ag rear tire | 9.5x16 |
| Ag front tire | 6x12 |
| Height (ROPS) | 79 inches (200 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10 inches (25 cm) |
| Length with hitch | 109 inches (276 cm) |
| Lawn/turf rear tire | 31x12-15 |
| Industrial rear tire | 12x16.5 |
| Lawn/turf front tire | 23x9.5-12 |
| Industrial front tire | 23x8.5 |
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 |
