Cub Cadet

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
Engine25 hp (18.6 kW)
PTO (claimed)20 hp (14.9 kW)
Engine
Typegasoline
ModelKawasaki FD750
Power25 hp (18.6 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Starterelectric
Idle RPM1550-3600
Cylinders2-cylinder
Rated RPM3600
Air cleanerpaper element
Bore/Stroke3.07x3.07 inches (78 x 78 mm)
Fuel systemdual carburetor
Pre-heatingcoolant heater (optional)
Displacement45.6 ci (0.7 L)
Sparkplug gap0.030 inches (0.762 mm)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity3.5 qts (3.3 L)
Intake valve clearance0.006 inches (cold) (0.152 mm)
Coolant change interval400 h
Exhaust valve clearance0.006 inches (cold) (0.152 mm)
Capacity
Fuel6 gal (22.7 L)
Front axle1 qts (0.9 L)
Front hubs0.75 qts (each) (0.7 L)
Hydraulic system6 gal (22.7 L)
Variants
72522WD
72544WD
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery CCA500
Battery volts12
Charging amps30
Charging systemflywheel alternator
Engine Oil
Oil capacity2.1 qts (2.0 L)
Oil change interval100 h
Hydraulics
Typeopen center gear pump
Capacity6 gal (22.7 L)
Pressure1500 psi (103.4 bar)
Pump flow5 gpm (18.9 lpm)
Total flow8 gpm (30.3 lpm)
Steering flow3 gpm (11.4 lpm)
Mechanical
ROPSTwo-post foldable ROPS
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesDry shoe brakes
Steeringhydrostatic power
Differential lockmechanical rear
Production
Year2003
Series7000 Series
CategoryCompact Utility tractor
ManufacturerCub Cadet
Original price$11,700 in 2003
Attachments
60" BladeCub 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 blowerCub Cadet 590-619-100, front-mount, 54 inches width (137 cm)
Additional infoIn 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 deckCub Cadet 590-613-100, 54 inches (137 cm)
60" mid-mount mower deckCub Cadet 590-614-100, 60 inches (152 cm)
Transmission
Typehydrostatic
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse (2-range)
NotesHydrostatic transmission with forward-reverse tredle pedal and high-low range shift. Tractor must be stopped to shift range.
Oil typeCab Cadet Hy-Trans Fluid
Oil capacity24 qts (22.7 L)
Tractor hitch
Controlposition control
Rear TypeI
Rear lift (at ends)1150 lbs (521 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)950 lbs (430 kg)
Dimensions & Tires
Width48 inches (121 cm)
Height53 inches (134 cm)
Length91 inches (231 cm)
Weight1662 lbs (753 kg)
Wheelbase58 inches (147 cm)
Ag rear tire9.5x16
Ag front tire6x12
Height (ROPS)79 inches (200 cm)
Ground clearance10 inches (25 cm)
Length with hitch109 inches (276 cm)
Lawn/turf rear tire31x12-15
Industrial rear tire12x16.5
Lawn/turf front tire23x9.5-12
Industrial front tire23x8.5
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchelectric
Mid PTOindependent
Rear PTOindependent
Engine RPM540@3500
Mid PTO Type2000 (1.000)
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)
Mid PTO Clutchelectric