Cub Cadet
Cub Cadet 7272
The Cub Cadet 7272 is a compact utility tractor built by Mitsubishi and distributed by Cub Cadet. It was produced from 1996 to 1997 as part of the 7000 Series. It features a Mitsubishi 1.5L 3-cylinder diesel engine producing 27 hp, a 9-speed partially synchronized gear transmission, and two-wheel drive. The tractor includes hydrostatic power steering, wet disc brakes, and a two-post foldable ROPS with optional canopy. It has a fuel tank capacity of 7.9 gallons and a weight of 2533 lbs. The 7272 supports various attachments including mid-mount mower decks, front-end loader, and backhoe.
Power27 hp
Founded1996 - 1997
Model7272
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 7272
Power
| Engine power | 27 hp (20.1 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 23 hp (17.2 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 12.4-24 |
|---|---|
| Ag front | 95.L-15SL F2M |
| Lawn/turf rear | 41x14.00-20 |
| Lawn/turf front | 25x10.50-15 |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Mitsubishi K3M |
| Power | 27 hp (20.1 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled overhead valve (OHV) |
| Idle RPM | 970-2750 |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.307x3.543 inches (84 x 90 mm) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Displacement | 91.3 ci (1.5 L) |
| Firing order | 1-3-2 |
| Oil capacity | 5 qts (4.7 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 6.7 qts (6.3 L) |
| Compression ratio | 18:1 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 7.9 gal (29.9 L) |
| Oil change interval | 100 h |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.010 inches (0.254 mm) Cold |
| Coolant change interval | 1000 h |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.010 inches (0.254 mm) Cold |
Dimensions
| Width | 54 inches (137 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 115 inches (292 cm) |
| Weight | 2533 lbs (1148 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 67 inches (170 cm) |
| Max Drawbar | 837 lbs (379 kg) |
| Height (ROPS) | 84.3 inches (214 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pressure | 2133 psi (147.1 bar) |
| Pump flow | 7.2 gpm (27.3 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 3.2 gpm (12.1 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post foldable ROPS. Canopy optional. |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
| Differential lock | rear standard |
Production
| Type | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Distributor | Cub Cadet |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi |
| Original price | $14,600 in 1997 |
| Years produced | 1996 - 1997 |
Attachments
| Backhoe | ModelCub Cadet 408 Backhoe Swing Arc180° Bucket force2500 lbs (1134 kg) Bucket widths8 inches (20 cm),12 inches (30 cm),16 inches (40 cm),18 inches (45 cm),24 inches (60 cm) Digging depth91.8 inches (233 cm) Loading height66 inches (167 cm) Bucket Rotation180° Reach from pivot112 inches (284 cm) Dipperstick force1786 lbs (810 kg) 2-Foot flat digging depth90 inches (228 cm) |
|---|---|
| Front-end loader | 417 Loader, 1100 lbs lift (full at pin) (498 kg), 1875 lbs breakout (850 kg), 45° dump, 23 inches reach (dumped) (58 cm), 61 inches reach (ground) (154 cm), 20° rollback, 101 inches height (at pin) (256 cm), 81 inches clearance (dumped) (205 cm), raise: 6s, dump: 3.5s, lower: 3.5s, rollback: 2.5s, Bucket width: 60 inches (152 cm) |
| 60" mid-mount mower deck | Cub Cadet 401, 60 inches (152 cm), 3-blade |
| 72" mid-mount mower deck | Cub Cadet 404, 72 inches (182 cm), 3-blade |
Transmission
| Type | partially-synchronized gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
| Notes | Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (low, medium, and high). Gear shifts are synchronized using the foot clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift range. |
| Clutch | 215mm mechanical dry disc |
| Oil type | Cub Cadet Hy-Tran |
| Oil capacity | 25.4 qts (24.0 L) |
| Oil change interval | 200 h |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
|---|---|
| Rear lift (at ends) | 2205 lbs (1000 kg) |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 1653 lbs (749 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Mid PTO | live (Two-stage foot clutch) |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | live (Two-stage foot clutch) |
| Mid PTO Type | 2000 (1.0) |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
| Mid PTO Engine RPM | 2000@2421 |
| Rear PTO Engine RPM | 540@2356 |