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Cub Cadet 71
The Cub Cadet 71 is a compact lawn and garden tractor built from 1965 to 1967. It's designed for easy maneuvering with its 2WD system and manual steering. This tractor is great for small yards and gardens, measuring 63 inches long, 33.1 inches wide, and 39.8 inches tall at the steering wheel. Under the hood, the Cub Cadet 71 has a single-cylinder, air-cooled Kohler K161 gasoline engine. It produces 7 horsepower at 3600 rpm, which is on the lower end for tractor power but suitable for light yard work. The engine has a very small displacement of 16.25 cubic inches. The tractor weighs 728 pounds, making it heavier than average for its size. It features a simple transmission with three forward gears and one reverse gear, perfect for basic lawn care tasks. The Cub Cadet 71 also has both front and rear PTOs, giving it versatility for different attachments.
ManufacturerCub CadetPower7 hpEngine1-cylTransShaft-driven gear type with dry disc clutch
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Quick specs
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine Power Output
- 7hp
- Operating Weight
- 728 lb
- Transmission
- Shaft-driven gear type with dry disc clutch
At a glance
How the 71 compares
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Lawn and Garden tractors
7 hp · 2nd
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The 71 ranks at the 2nd percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Cub Cadet 71
The Cub Cadet 71 is a compact lawn and garden tractor built from 1965 to 1967. It's designed for easy maneuvering with its 2WD system and manual steering. This tractor is great for small yards and gardens, measuring 63 inches long, 33.1 inches wide, and 39.8 inches tall at the steering wheel. Under the hood, the Cub Cadet 71 has a single-cylinder, air-cooled Kohler K161 gasoline engine. It produces 7 horsepower at 3600 rpm, which is on the lower end for tractor power but suitable for light yard work. The engine has a very small displacement of 16.25 cubic inches. The tractor weighs 728 pounds, making it heavier than average for its size. It features a simple transmission with three forward gears and one reverse gear, perfect for basic lawn care tasks. The Cub Cadet 71 also has both front and rear PTOs, giving it versatility for different attachments.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet |
|---|---|
| Model | 71 |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1965–1967 |
| Operating weight | 728lb |
Engine
| Make | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | K161 |
| Power | 7hp |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Displacement | 16.25ci |
| Bore | 2.87in |
| Stroke | 2.52in |
Transmission
| Type | Shaft-driven gear type with dry disc clutch |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 3 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Brakes | Dry disc |
| Cab | Open operator station |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Front: Independent with mechanical clutch, Rear: Transmission |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 63in |
|---|---|
| Width | 33.1in |
| Height | 39.8in |
| Operating weight | 728lb |
Head to head
71 vs. Lawn and Garden median
How the Cub Cadet 71 compares to other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 7 hp | 18 hp | -61% | 2nd |
| Engine Displacement | 16.3 ci | 41.1 ci | -60% | 1st |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 | -50% | 17th |
| Forward Gears | 3 | 6 | -50% | 10th |
| Operating Weight | 728 lb | 738 lb | -1% | 50th |
| Length | 63 in | 71.7 in | -12% | 6th |
| Width | 33.1 in | 43.3 in | -24% | 6th |
| Height | 39.8 in | 42.9 in | -7% | 13th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 152–380 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Cub Cadet tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cub Cadet 70 | 7 hp | — | 1963–1965 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet 72 | 7 hp | 553 lb | — | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet 73 | 7 hp | 569 lb | 1969–1971 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet 800 | 8 hp | 584 lb | 1974–1975 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet 86 | 8 hp | — | 1971–1974 | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Horse 702 | 7 hp | 414 lb | 1962+ | Compare → |
| Gibson A | 6 hp | 875 lb | — | Compare → |
| Gibson D | 6 hp | 955 lb | — | Compare → |
| Gibson SD | 6 hp | 1,065 lb | — | Compare → |
| Gibson Super D | 6 hp | — | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
When was the Cub Cadet 71 in production?
Cub Cadet 71 production started in 1965 and ended in 1967.
How much horsepower does the Cub Cadet 71 have?
The Cub Cadet 71 produces 7 hp from its 1-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 16.25 ci.
How much does the Cub Cadet 71 weigh?
The Cub Cadet 71 weighs about 728 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the Cub Cadet 71?
Transmission on the Cub Cadet 71 is Shaft-driven gear type with dry disc clutch, with 3 forward speeds.
What maintenance does the Cub Cadet 71 require?
Like any tractor, the Cub Cadet 71 needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.