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Cub Cadet 7273

The Cub Cadet 7273 is a utility tractor built for farm work. It has a 2WD chassis and uses hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control. The tractor has a hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears, giving the driver smooth speed changes. Under the hood, there's a Mitsubishi K3M diesel engine. This engine has 3 cylinders and is liquid-cooled to keep it running well. It produces 27 hp, which is below average for tractors. The engine size is also smaller than most, but it's designed to be fuel-efficient. The tractor weighs 2,572 lb, which is on the lighter side for its class. It has big tires made for farm use, with different sizes on the front and back. The Cub Cadet 7273 also has a three-point hitch at the back for attaching tools. It has an open cab with a roll-over protection system (ROPS) to keep the driver safe.

ManufacturerCub CadetPower27 hpEngine3-cylTransHydrostatic
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Quick specs

Category
Utility
Engine Power Output
27hp
Operating Weight
2,572 lb
Transmission
Hydrostatic
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At a glance

How the 7273 compares

vs. Utility median

Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Utility tractors

27 hp · 19th

This model

9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383

The 7273 ranks at the 19th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.

Overview

About the Cub Cadet 7273

The Cub Cadet 7273 is a utility tractor built for farm work. It has a 2WD chassis and uses hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control. The tractor has a hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears, giving the driver smooth speed changes. Under the hood, there's a Mitsubishi K3M diesel engine. This engine has 3 cylinders and is liquid-cooled to keep it running well. It produces 27 hp, which is below average for tractors. The engine size is also smaller than most, but it's designed to be fuel-efficient. The tractor weighs 2,572 lb, which is on the lighter side for its class. It has big tires made for farm use, with different sizes on the front and back. The Cub Cadet 7273 also has a three-point hitch at the back for attaching tools. It has an open cab with a roll-over protection system (ROPS) to keep the driver safe.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerCub Cadet
Model7273
CategoryUtility tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Operating weight2,572lb

Engine

MakeMitsubishi
ModelK3M
Power27hp
Cylinders3
Displacement91.3ci
Bore3.31in
Stroke3.54in

Transmission

TypeHydrostatic

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringHydrostatic power
CabOpen Cab with ROPS

Hydraulics

TypeOpen center

Dimensions

Length115in
Width54in
Height84.3in
Operating weight2,572lb

Tires

Front9.5L-15SL F2M
Rear12.4-24

Capacities

Cooling system1.68gal

Head to head

7273 vs. Utility median

How the Cub Cadet 7273 compares to other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power27 hp55 hp-51%19th
Engine Displacement91.3 ci183 ci-50%17th
Cylinders34-25%23rd
Operating Weight2,572 lb5,303 lb-51%17th
Length115 in137 in-16%20th
Width54 in66 in-18%25th
Height84.3 in94.1 in-10%31st

Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,9335,720 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

What is the engine power output of the Cub Cadet 7273?

Rated engine output for the Cub Cadet 7273 is 27 hp, delivered by a 3-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 91.3 ci.

What three-point hitch category does the Cub Cadet 7273 use?

The Cub Cadet 7273 has a Category I three-point hitch.

What is the operating weight of the Cub Cadet 7273?

In working trim, the Cub Cadet 7273 comes in at roughly 2,572 lb.

Which transmission does the Cub Cadet 7273 use?

The Cub Cadet 7273 is equipped with a Hydrostatic transmission.

What hydraulics does the Cub Cadet 7273 have?

The Cub Cadet 7273 uses an Open center hydraulic system.

What are the factory tire sizes for the Cub Cadet 7273?

The Cub Cadet 7273 comes with 9.5L-15SL F2M front tires and 12.4-24 rear tires.

How do I maintain a Cub Cadet 7273?

Routine service for the Cub Cadet 7273 covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.