SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet 71 vs Cub Cadet 73
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet 71 and the Cub Cadet 73. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet 715.2 kW (7.0 HP)
Cub Cadet 735.2 kW (7.0 HP)
Weight
Cub Cadet 71330.0 kg (727.5 lbs)
Cub Cadet 73258.0 kg (568.8 lbs)
| Specification | Cub Cadet 71 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Cub Cadet 73Garden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Lawn Tractor | Lawn Tractor |
| Horsepower | 5.2 kW (7.0 HP) | 5.2 kW (7.0 HP) |
| Weight | 330.0 kg (727.5 lbs) | 258.0 kg (568.8 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Shaft-driven gear type with dry disc clutch | Shaft-driven gear type with creeper and dry disc clutch |
| Length | 160.0 cm (63.0 in.) | 162.0 cm (63.8 in.) |
| Years Made | 1965-1967 | 1969-1971 |
| Engine Model | Kohler K161 | Kohler K161S |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled | 4-stroke, air-cooled |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Displacement | 266 cc (16.2 cu in.) | 266 cc (16.2 cu in.) |
| Bore | 7.29 cm (2.87 in.) | 7.29 cm (2.87 in.) |
| Stroke | 6.35 cm (2.50 in.) | 6.35 cm (2.50 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Transmission | Transmission with mechanical dry disc |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with mechanical clutch | Independent |
| Rated RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 101.0 cm (Steering Wheel Height: 39.8 in.) | 100.0 cm (Steering Wheel Height: 39.4 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 109.0 cm (42.9 in.) | 109.0 cm (42.9 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 15.0 cm (5.9 in.) | 15.0 cm (5.9 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 4.7 l (1.2 gal) | 4.7 l (1.2 gal) |
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 4.0 km/h (Forward: 6.9 MPH (11.1 km/h) Reverse: 2.5 MPH) | 4.0 km/h (Forward: 6.8 MPH (10.9 km/h) Reverse: 2.5 MPH) |
| Brakes | Dry disc | Dry disc |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 4.80×4.00-8, 16×6.50-8 | Lawn/turf: 4.80×4.00-8 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 6-12, 23×8.50-12 | Lawn/turf: 6-12 |
| Rear PTO Speed | — | 515 RPM |
| Front PTO Speed | — | 3.600 RPM |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | — | 3.8 l (1.0 gal) |
| Drawbar Category | — | Cub Cadet three-point |
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