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Cub Cadet 147

The Cub Cadet 147 is a compact lawn and garden tractor made from 1969 to 1971. It's perfect for small farms and big yards. This tractor has a 2WD system and manual steering, making it easy to use. It uses a hydrostatic transmission, which means smooth speed changes without shifting gears. Under the hood, you'll find a Kohler K321A engine. This single-cylinder gasoline engine is air-cooled and has 14 horsepower. It's not the most powerful, but it's good for many yard tasks. The engine size is below average, but it runs at a very high speed of 3600 rpm. The tractor weighs 738 pounds, which is above average for its class. It has lawn tires, a three-point hitch, and an electric starter. Extra features include a front PTO and an optional hitch. The fuel tank holds 2 US gallons, so you can work for a while before refueling.

ManufacturerCub CadetPower14 hpEngine1-cylTransHydrostatic
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Quick specs

Category
Lawn and Garden
Engine Power Output
14hp
Operating Weight
738 lb
Transmission
Hydrostatic
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At a glance

How the 147 compares

vs. Lawn and Garden median

Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Lawn and Garden tractors

14 hp · 26th

This model

4
Median 18 hp
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This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380

The 147 ranks at the 26th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.

Overview

About the Cub Cadet 147

The Cub Cadet 147 is a compact lawn and garden tractor made from 1969 to 1971. It's perfect for small farms and big yards. This tractor has a 2WD system and manual steering, making it easy to use. It uses a hydrostatic transmission, which means smooth speed changes without shifting gears. Under the hood, you'll find a Kohler K321A engine. This single-cylinder gasoline engine is air-cooled and has 14 horsepower. It's not the most powerful, but it's good for many yard tasks. The engine size is below average, but it runs at a very high speed of 3600 rpm. The tractor weighs 738 pounds, which is above average for its class. It has lawn tires, a three-point hitch, and an electric starter. Extra features include a front PTO and an optional hitch. The fuel tank holds 2 US gallons, so you can work for a while before refueling.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerCub Cadet
Model147
CategoryLawn and Garden tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built1969–1971
Operating weight738lb

Engine

MakeKohler
ModelK321A
Power14hp
Cylinders1
Displacement31.2ci
Bore3.5in
Stroke3.25in

Transmission

TypeHydrostatic

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringManual
BrakesDisc Type

Power take-off

PTO speed3,600rpm

Dimensions

Length63.8in
Width32.7in
Height39.4in
Operating weight738lb

Head to head

147 vs. Lawn and Garden median

How the Cub Cadet 147 compares to other Lawn and Garden tractors

SpecThis modelLawn and Garden medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power14 hp18 hp-22%26th
Engine Displacement31.2 ci41.1 ci-24%28th
Cylinders12-50%17th
Operating Weight738 lb738 lbat median50th
Length63.8 in71.7 in-11%8th
Width32.7 in43.3 in-24%3rd
Height39.4 in42.9 in-8%7th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 269380 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

What years was the Cub Cadet 147 manufactured?

Production of the Cub Cadet 147 ran from 1969 through 1971.

What type of transmission does the Cub Cadet 147 have?

The Cub Cadet 147 uses a Hydrostatic transmission.

How powerful is the Cub Cadet 147?

The Cub Cadet 147 has an engine power output of 14 hp. It is powered by a 1-cylinder engine displacing 31.2 ci.

What is the working weight of the Cub Cadet 147?

The operating weight of the Cub Cadet 147 is approximately 738 lb.

What routine service does the Cub Cadet 147 need?

Regular maintenance for the Cub Cadet 147 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.