SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet 3205 vs Cub Cadet GT 2542
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet 3205 and the Cub Cadet GT 2542. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet 320514.9 kW (20.0 HP)
Cub Cadet GT 254214.8 kW (19.8 HP)
Weight
Cub Cadet 3205326.0 kg (718.7 lbs)
Cub Cadet GT 2542335.0 kg (738.5 lbs)
| Specification | Cub Cadet 3205 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Cub Cadet GT 2542Garden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Garden Tractor | Garden Tractor |
| Horsepower | 14.9 kW (20.0 HP) | 14.8 kW (19.8 HP) |
| Weight | 326.0 kg (718.7 lbs) | 335.0 kg (738.5 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Length | 183.0 cm (72.0 in.) | 182.0 cm (71.7 in.) |
| Years Made | 1998-1999 | 2006-2010 |
| Engine Model | Kawasaki FD620D | Kohler Command CH20S |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled | 4-stroke, air-cooled |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 617 cc (37.7 cu in.) | 624 cc (38.1 cu in.) |
| Bore | 7.59 cm (2.99 in.) | 7.70 cm (3.03 in.) |
| Stroke | 6.81 cm (2.68 in.) | 6.71 cm (2.64 in.) |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with electric clutch | Independent with electric clutch |
| Rated RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Spark Plug | NGK: BMR4A | — |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 435A | 12 V, CCA 275A |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 110.0 cm (43.3 in.) | 106.0 cm (41.7 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 125.0 cm (49.2 in.) | 119.0 cm (46.9 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 15.0 cm (5.9 in.) | 15.0 cm (5.9 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17.0 l (4.5 gal) | 8.5 l (2.2 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.5 l (0.4 gal) | 1.9 l (0.5 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 4.3 l (1.1 gal) | 5.4 l (1.4 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-40, 10W-30, 5W-20 | — |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Brakes | External disk | Dry disc |
| Drawbar Category | 0 | Sleeve hitch |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Power | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 16×7.5-8 | Ag: 16×6.5-8 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 24×10.5-12 | Ag: 23×9.5-12 |
| Transmission Model | — | Hydro-Gear BDU-10 |
| Max. Travel Speed | — | 5.6 km/h (Forward: 5.8 MPH (9.3 km/h) Reverse: 3.5 MPH) |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.
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