SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet XT3 GS vs Craftsman DGT4000
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet XT3 GS and the Craftsman DGT4000. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet XT3 GS16.8 kW (22.5 HP)
Craftsman DGT400017.2 kW (23.1 HP)
| Specification | Cub Cadet XT3 GS Garden and Lawn Tractors | Craftsman DGT4000 Garden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Garden Tractor | Garden Tractor |
| Horsepower | 16.8 kW (22.5 HP) | 17.2 kW (23.1 HP) |
| Weight | 362.0 kg (798.1 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Shaft-driven hydrostatic | Belt-driven hydrostatic |
| Years Made | 2015- | 2001 |
| Engine Model | Kohler CH680 | Kohler LV675 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled, V-twin | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, V-twin |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 673 cc (41.1 cu in.) | 674 cc (41.1 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.10 cm (3.19 in.) | 8.00 cm (3.15 in.) |
| Stroke | 6.60 cm (2.60 in.) | 6.71 cm (2.64 in.) |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with electric clutch | — |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 300A | 12 V, CCA 280A, Group U1R |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Wheelbase | 128.0 cm (50.4 in.) | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12.5 l (3.3 gal) | 13.2 l (3.5 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.8 l (0.5 gal) | 1.9 l (0.5 gal) |
| Transmission Model | Hydro-Gear BDU-10 | Hydro-Gear BDU-10L |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 5.6 km/h (Forward: 6.5 MPH (10.5 km/h) Reverse: 3.5 MPH) | 3.4 km/h (Forward: 5.8 MPH (9.3 km/h) Reverse: 2.1 MPH) |
| Brakes | Disc | — |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 16×6.5 | Lawn/turf: 16×7.5-8 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 23×10.5 | Lawn/turf: 24×12-12 |
| Middle PTO Type | — | Independent with electric clutch |
| Rated RPM | — | 3600 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | — | 8.5:1 |
| Spark Plug | — | Champion RC14YC |
| Coolant Capacity | — | 1.4 l (0.4 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | — | SAE 10W-30 |
| Drawbar Category | — | Sleeve hitch |
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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