Cub Cadet

Cub Cadet 7300

The Cub Cadet 7300 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1998 to 2003 as part of the 7000 Series. It features a Mitsubishi 1.5L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering 30 hp gross and 27 hp net power. The tractor has a 9-speed partially synchronized gear transmission with 9 forward and 3 reverse gears. It includes four-wheel drive, mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, mechanical wet disc brakes, and a two-post folding ROPS. The 7300 offers a live rear PTO at 540 rpm and an optional live mid PTO at 2000 rpm. It has a wheelbase of 67 inches, weighs 2370 lbs, and supports various attachments including mid-mount mower decks, front-end loader, and backhoe.

Power30 hp

Founded1998 - 2003

Model7300

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 7300

Power

Engine (net)	27 hp (20.1 kW)
PTO (claimed)	26 hp (19.4 kW)
Engine (gross)	30 hp (22.4 kW)

Engine

Type	diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Idle RPM	970-2980
Rated RPM	2750
Air cleaner	dry
Bore/Stroke	3.307x3.543 inches (84 x 90 mm)
Compression	18:1
Fuel system	direct injection
Power (net)	27 hp (20.1 kW)
Pre-heating	glow plugs
Displacement	91.29 ci (1.5 L)
Firing order	1-3-2
Manufacturer	Mitsubishi
Power (gross)	30 hp (22.4 kW)
Starter power	2.15 hp (1.6 kW)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	6.7 qts (6.3 L)
Intake valve clearance	0.010 inches (0.254 mm) Cold
Exhaust valve clearance	0.010 inches (0.254 mm) Cold

Capacity

Fuel	7.9 gal (29.9 L)
Front axle	4.2 qts (4.0 L)

Variants

7300	gear drive
7305	hydrostatic

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery CCA	500
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	50
Charging volts	12
Charging system	alternator

Engine Oil

Oil capacity	5 qts (4.7 L)
Oil change interval	100 h

Hydraulics

Type	open center
Valves	1 or 2
Pressure	2133 psi (147.1 bar)
Pump flow	7.9 gpm (29.9 lpm)
Total flow	11.5 gpm (43.5 lpm)
Steering flow	3.6 gpm (13.6 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS	Two-post folding
Brakes	Mechanical wet disc brakes
Power steering	Yes
Four-wheel drive	Yes
Differential lock	mechanical rear

Production

Series	7000 Series
Category	Compact Utility tractor
Years made	1998 - 2003
Original price	$14,575 (2000), $16,100 (2003)

Attachments

Backhoe	ModelCub Cadet 590-408-100 Backhoe Weight1000 lbs (453 kg) Swing arc180° Bucket force2700 lbs (1224 kg) Bucket widths8 inches (20 cm),12 inches (30 cm),16 inches (40 cm),18 inches (45 cm),24 inches (60 cm) Digging depth90 inches (228 cm) Loading height68 inches (172 cm) Bucket rotation180° Reach from pivot112 inches (284 cm) Transport height72 inches (182 cm) Dipperstick force1800 lbs (816 kg)
Front-end loader	Dump angle45° Bucket width60 inches (152 cm) Boom cylinder2.0 inches (5 cm) Breakout force1675 lbs (759 kg) Reach (dumped)29 inches (73 cm) Reach (ground)67 inches (170 cm) Rollback angle22° Bucket cylinder2.0 inches (5 cm) Height (at pin)100 inches (254 cm) Clearance (dumped)81 inches (205 cm) Lift capacity (full at pin)900 lbs (408 kg)
60" mid-mount mower deck	Cub Cadet 590-401-100, 60 inches (152 cm)
72" mid-mount mower deck	Cub Cadet 590-404-100, 72 inches (182 cm)

Transmission

Type	partially synchronized gear
Gears	9 forward and 3 reverse
Notes	Three gears, plus reverse, in three ranges. Gears are synchronized and can be shifted on the move with the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to shift range.
Clutch	215mm dual-stage dry disc
Oil capacity	25.4 qts (24.0 L)

Tractor hitch

Control	position control with optional draft control
Rear Type	I
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	1653 lbs (749 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width	54 inches (137 cm)
Length	115 inches (292 cm)
Weight	2370 lbs (1075 kg)
Wheelbase	67 inches (170 cm)
Max Drawbar	837 lbs (379 kg)
Ag rear tire	12.4-24
Max capacity	4850 lbs (2199 kg)
Ag front tire	7.2-16
Height (ROPS)	84.3 inches (214 cm)
Max rear axle	2976 lbs (1349 kg)
Max front axle	2138 lbs (969 kg)
Ground clearance	12.8 inches (32 cm)
Lawn/turf rear tire	41x14-20
Industrial rear tire	15-19.5
Lawn/turf front tire	27x10.5-15
Industrial front tire	27x8.5-15