Cub Cadet
Cub Cadet Lx490
The Cub Cadet Lx490 is a compact utility tractor built by Yanmar and distributed by Cub Cadet. It features a 48.5 hp turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel engine, a 12-speed HydraReverser power shuttle transmission, and four-wheel drive with hydraulic power steering. The tractor includes wet disc brakes and a two-post ROPS for safety. It has an open center hydraulic system with 2 to 3 valves and a rear hitch with position control. The rear PTO is independent with an electro-hydraulic clutch and operates at 540 rpm. Dimensions include a 74.8 inch wheelbase, 124 inch length, 69.5 inch width, and a weight of 3,618 lbs. The Lx490 supports various tire options for agricultural, lawn/turf, and industrial use. Attachments include the Cub Cadet Yanmar CL600 Loader and the Cub Cadet Yanmar CB85 Backhoe, with detailed specifications for lift capacities, digging depths, and forces.
Power48 hp
Founded2011
ModelLx490
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet Lx490
Power
| Engine (gross) | 48.5 hp (36.2 kW) |
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Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
|---|---|
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 11.9 gal (45.0 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Air cleaner | dual dry element |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.307x3.543 inches (84 x 90 mm) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Displacement | 119.3 ci (2.0 L) |
| Manufacturer | Yanmar |
| Oil capacity | 5.62 qts (5.3 L) |
| Power (gross) | 48.5 hp (36.2 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 5.1 qts (4.8 L) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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| Valves | 2 to 3 |
| Pump flow | 8.6 gpm (32.6 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 6.5 gpm (24.6 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post ROPS |
|---|---|
| Drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Steering | hydraulic power |
Production
| Type | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Distributor | Cub Cadet |
| Manufacturer | Yanmar |
Attachments
| Backhoe | Cub Cadet Yanmar CB85 Backhoe |
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| Loader weight | 919 lbs (416 kg) |
| Backhoe weight | 1,350 lbs (without bucket) (612 kg) |
| Front-end loader | Cub Cadet Yanmar CL600 Loader |
| Loader dump time | 1.7s |
| Backhoe swing arc | 180° |
| Loader dump angle | 45° |
| Loader lower time | 3.1s |
| Loader raise time | 4.9s |
| Backhoe bucket force | 3,730 lbs (1691 kg) |
| Loader rollback time | 2.6s |
| Backhoe digging depth | 103 inches (261 cm) |
| Loader reach (dumped) | 29.9 inches (75 cm) |
| Loader reach (ground) | 74.3 inches (188 cm) |
| Loader rollback angle | 40° |
| Backhoe loading height | 87 inches (220 cm) |
| Loader height (at pin) | 113 inches (287 cm) |
| Backhoe bucket rotation | 180° |
| Backhoe reach from pivot | 142 inches (360 cm) |
| Loader breakout (at pin) | 2,963 lbs (1344 kg) |
| Backhoe dipperstick force | 2,435 lbs (1104 kg) |
| Loader clearance (dumped) | 87.7 inches (222 cm) |
| Loader lift (full at pin) | 2,493 lbs (1130 kg) |
| Loader breakout (at 500mm) | 3,810 lbs (1728 kg) |
| Loader lift (full at 500mm) | 1,855 lbs (841 kg) |
| Backhoe 2-Foot flat digging depth | 102 inches (259 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | power shuttle |
|---|---|
| Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
| Clutch | wet disc |
| Oil capacity | 34 qts (32.2 L) |
| Transmission | HydraReverser |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position control |
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| Rear Type | 1 |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2,760 lbs (1251 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 69.5 inches (176 cm) |
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| Length | 124 inches (314 cm) |
| Weight | 3,618 lbs (1641 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 74.8 inches (189 cm) |
| Rear tire (Ag) | 14.9-24 |
| Front tire (Ag) | 8-16 |
| Ground clearance | 15 inches (38 cm) |
| Rear tire (Lawn/turf) | 44x18-20, 22.5LL-16.1 |
| Front tire (Lawn/turf) | 27x10.5-15, 27/12LL-15 |
| Rear tire (Industrial) | 17.5LL-24 |
| Front tire (Industrial) | 10-16.5 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |