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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.
Cub Cadet Lx490tractorcompact utility tractorYanmar engine48.5 hpHydraReverser transmissionloaderbackhoespecifications
Power48 hp
Founded2011
ModelLx490

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet Lx490

Power

Engine (gross):48.5 hp (36.2 kW)

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
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
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
Rear Type:1
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):2,760 lbs (1251 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width:69.5 inches (176 cm)
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

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