SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet 1720 vs Cub Cadet 782
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet 1720 and the Cub Cadet 782. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet 172012.7 kW (17.1 HP)
Cub Cadet 78212.7 kW (17.1 HP)
| Specification | Cub Cadet 1720 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Cub Cadet 782Garden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Lawn Tractor | Lawn Tractor |
| Horsepower | 12.7 kW (17.1 HP) | 12.7 kW (17.1 HP) |
| Weight | 1910.0 kg (4210.8 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | Shaft-driven hydrostatic |
| Length | 173.0 cm (68.1 in.) | 182.0 cm (71.7 in.) |
| Years Made | 1988-1991 | 1979-1981 |
| Engine Model | Kohler MV18 | Kohler KT17 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled, V | 4-stroke, air-cooled |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 691 cc (42.2 cu in.) | 691 cc (42.2 cu in.) |
| Bore | 7.90 cm (3.11 in.) | 7.90 cm (3.11 in.) |
| Stroke | 7.01 cm (2.76 in.) | 7.01 cm (2.76 in.) |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with electric clutch | Independent with electric clutch |
| Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | — |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V, CCA 200A |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Wheelbase | 114.0 cm (44.9 in.) | 111.0 cm (43.7 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11.4 l (3.0 gal) | 15.0 l (4.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.9 l (0.5 gal) | 1.4 l (0.4 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-30 | — |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 4.8 km/h (Forward: 5.5 MPH (8.8 km/h) Reverse: 3.0 MPH) | 6.4 km/h (Forward: 8.0 MPH (12.9 km/h) Reverse: 4.0 MPH) |
| Brakes | Dry disc | Integral wet disc |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 15x6x6 | Lawn/turf: 16×6.50-8 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 20x10x8 | Lawn/turf: 23×10.50-12 |
| Height | — | 109.0 cm (42.9 in.) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | — | 6.6 l (1.7 gal) |
| Drawbar Category | — | Sleeve hitch |
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