Cub Cadet

Cub Cadet 7274

The Cub Cadet 7274 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1996 to 1997 as part of the 7000 Series. It is Mitsubishi built and features a 27 hp Mitsubishi K3M 1.5L 3-cylinder diesel engine with liquid-cooled OHV design. The tractor has a 9-speed partially-synchronized gear transmission with 4WD and hydrostatic power steering. It includes features such as differential lock, wet disc brakes, and a two-post foldable ROPS with optional canopy. The 7274 offers a PTO power of 23 hp and has a variety of attachments available including mid-mount mower decks, front-end loader, and backhoe. It is designed for versatility in compact utility tasks.
Power27 hp
Founded1996 - 1997
Model7274

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 7274

Power
Engine power27 hp (20.1 kW)
PTO power (claimed)23 hp (17.2 kW)
Tires
Ag rear12.4-24
Ag front7.2-16
Lawn/turf rear41x14.00-20
Industrial rear15-19.5
Lawn/turf front27x10.50-15
Industrial front27x8.50-15
Engine
Typediesel
ModelMitsubishi K3M
Power27 hp (20.1 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled overhead valve (OHV)
Idle RPM970-2750
Cylinders3-cylinder
Rated RPM2500
Air cleanerdry
Bore/Stroke3.307x3.543 inches (84 x 90 mm)
Fuel systemdirect injection
Displacement91.3 ci (1.5 L)
Firing order1-3-2
Oil capacity5 qts (4.7 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity6.7 qts (6.3 L)
Compression ratio18:1
Oil change interval100 h
Intake valve clearance0.010 inches (0.254 mm) cold
Coolant change interval1000 h
Exhaust valve clearance0.010 inches (0.254 mm) cold
Variants
72722WD Gear
72732WD Hydrostatic
72744WD Gear
72754WD Hydrostatic
Dimensions
Width54 inches (137 cm)
Length115 inches (292 cm)
Weight2656 lbs (1204 kg)
Wheelbase67 inches (170 cm)
Max Drawbar837 lbs (379 kg)
Height (ROPS)84.3 inches (214 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Pressure2133 psi (147.1 bar)
Pump flow7.2 gpm (27.3 lpm)
Steering flow3.2 gpm (12.1 lpm)
Mechanical
ROPSTwo-post foldable ROPS. Canopy optional.
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesWet disc brakes
Steeringhydrostatic power
Differential lockrear standard
Production
TypeCompact Utility tractor
Series7000 Series
DistributorCub Cadet
ManufacturerMitsubishi
Original price$16,200 in 1997
Years produced1996 - 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
Model417 Loader
Dump time3.5s
Dump angle45°
Lower time3.5s
Raise time6s
Bucket width60 inches (152 cm)
Rollback time2.5s
Breakout force1875 lbs (850 kg)
Reach (dumped)23 inches (58 cm)
Reach (ground)61 inches (154 cm)
Rollback angle20°
Height (at pin)101 inches (256 cm)
Clearance (dumped)81 inches (205 cm)
Lift capacity (full at pin)1100 lbs (498 kg)
60" mid-mount mower deckCub Cadet 401, 60 inches (152 cm), 3-blade
72" mid-mount mower deckCub Cadet 404, 72 inches (182 cm), 3-blade
Transmission
Typepartially-synchronized gear
Gears9 forward and 3 reverse
NotesThree 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.
Clutch215mm mechanical dry disc
Oil typeCub Cadet Hy-Tran
Oil capacity25.4 qts (24.0 L)
Oil change interval200 h
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeI
Rear lift (at ends)2205 lbs (1000 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)1653 lbs (749 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTOlive, Two-stage foot clutch
Rear PTOlive, Two-stage foot clutch
Mid PTO Type2000 (1.0)
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)
Mid PTO Engine RPM2000@2421
Rear PTO Engine RPM540@2356