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Cub Cadet 3240 vs Cub Cadet XT3 GS

A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet 3240 and the Cub Cadet XT3 GS. Click a model name to view its full specifications.

Horsepower
Cub Cadet 324016.4 kW (22.0 HP)
Cub Cadet XT3 GS16.8 kW (22.5 HP)
Weight
Cub Cadet 3240364.0 kg (802.5 lbs)
Cub Cadet XT3 GS362.0 kg (798.1 lbs)
SpecificationCub Cadet 3240Cub Cadet 3240Garden and Lawn TractorsCub Cadet XT3 GSCub Cadet XT3 GSGarden and Lawn Tractors
Tractor Main CategoryGarden and Lawn Care TractorsGarden and Lawn Care Tractors
Tractor TypeLawn TractorGarden Tractor
Horsepower16.4 kW (22.0 HP)16.8 kW (22.5 HP)
Weight364.0 kg (802.5 lbs)362.0 kg (798.1 lbs)
Transmission TypeHydrostaticShaft-driven hydrostatic
Length183.0 cm (72.0 in.)—
Years Made20012015-
Engine ModelKohlerKohler CH680
Engine Type4-stroke, air-cooled, V-twin4-stroke, air-cooled, V-twin
Fuel TypeGasolineGasoline
Cylinders22
Displacement674 cc (41.1 cu in.)673 cc (41.1 cu in.)
Bore8.00 cm (3.15 in.)8.10 cm (3.19 in.)
Stroke6.71 cm (2.64 in.)6.60 cm (2.60 in.)
Front PTO TypeIndependent with E-Vac clutchIndependent with electric clutch
Rated RPM3600 RPM—
Compression Ratio8.5:1—
Battery12 V, CCA 435A12 V, CCA 300A
StarterElectricElectric
Height110.0 cm (43.3 in.)—
Wheelbase125.0 cm (49.2 in.)128.0 cm (50.4 in.)
Fuel Tank Capacity17.0 l (4.5 gal)12.5 l (3.3 gal)
Oil Capacity1.9 l (0.5 gal)1.8 l (0.5 gal)
Transmission Oil Capacity5.2 l (1.4 gal)—
GearsInfinite forward and reverseInfinite forward and reverse
Chassis4×2 2WD4×2 2WD
Max. Travel Speed6.4 km/h (Forward: 8.0 MPH (12.9 km/h) Reverse: 4.0 MPH)5.6 km/h (Forward: 6.5 MPH (10.5 km/h) Reverse: 3.5 MPH)
BrakesExternal discDisc
Drawbar Category0—
Cabin TypeOpen operator stationOpen operator station
Steering TypePowerManual
Front TiresLawn/turf: 16×7.5-8Lawn/turf: 16×6.5
Rear TiresLawn/turf: 24×10.5-12Lawn/turf: 23×10.5
Transmission Model—Hydro-Gear BDU-10

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