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Cub Cadet 782D

The Cub Cadet 782D is a compact lawn and garden tractor made in 1984 and 1985. It's built for small jobs around the yard and farm. This tractor has a 2-wheel drive system and a manual steering setup, making it easy to use in tight spaces. Under the hood, the 782D has a Kubota D600 diesel engine. This engine is liquid-cooled and has 3 cylinders. It produces 15 horsepower, which is about average for tractors in its class. The engine size is also average compared to similar models. The tractor uses a hydrostatic transmission, which means it has smooth, infinite forward and reverse speeds. This makes it easy to control the tractor's speed for different tasks. The 782D also has an independent PTO with an electric clutch, useful for running attachments like mowers or tillers. It has lawn and turf tires, perfect for working on grass without damaging it.

ManufacturerCub CadetPower15 hpEngine3-cylTransHydrostatic
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Quick specs

Category
Lawn and Garden
Engine Power Output
15hp
Transmission
Hydrostatic
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At a glance

How the 782D compares

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Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Lawn and Garden tractors

15 hp · 30th

This model

4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380

The 782D ranks at the 30th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.

Overview

About the Cub Cadet 782D

The Cub Cadet 782D is a compact lawn and garden tractor made in 1984 and 1985. It's built for small jobs around the yard and farm. This tractor has a 2-wheel drive system and a manual steering setup, making it easy to use in tight spaces. Under the hood, the 782D has a Kubota D600 diesel engine. This engine is liquid-cooled and has 3 cylinders. It produces 15 horsepower, which is about average for tractors in its class. The engine size is also average compared to similar models. The tractor uses a hydrostatic transmission, which means it has smooth, infinite forward and reverse speeds. This makes it easy to control the tractor's speed for different tasks. The 782D also has an independent PTO with an electric clutch, useful for running attachments like mowers or tillers. It has lawn and turf tires, perfect for working on grass without damaging it.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerCub Cadet
Model782D
CategoryLawn and Garden tractor
Type4x2
Years built1984–1985

Engine

MakeKubota
ModelD600
Power15hp
Cylinders3
Displacement37ci
Bore2.52in
Stroke2.44in

Transmission

TypeHydrostatic

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2
Drive2WD
SteeringManual
BrakesDisc
CabOpen

Power take-off

Rear PTOIndependent with electric clutch

Capacities

Cooling system0.75gal

Head to head

782D vs. Lawn and Garden median

How the Cub Cadet 782D compares to other Lawn and Garden tractors

SpecThis modelLawn and Garden medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power15 hp18 hp-17%30th
Engine Displacement37 ci41.1 ci-10%39th
Cylinders32+50%87th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 366380 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

When was the Cub Cadet 782D in production?

Cub Cadet 782D production started in 1984 and ended in 1985.

How much horsepower does the Cub Cadet 782D have?

The Cub Cadet 782D produces 15 hp from its 3-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 37 ci.

What transmission is in the Cub Cadet 782D?

Transmission on the Cub Cadet 782D is Hydrostatic.

What three-point hitch category does the Cub Cadet 782D use?

The Cub Cadet 782D has a Category 0 three-point hitch.

What maintenance does the Cub Cadet 782D require?

Like any tractor, the Cub Cadet 782D 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.