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Cub Cadet SLT1550
The Cub Cadet SLT1550 is a powerful lawn and garden tractor made from 2006 to 2008. It has a strong 25 hp Kohler Courage SV730 engine with two cylinders. This engine is air-cooled and runs on gasoline. The tractor's engine power is very high compared to other similar machines. This tractor has a hydrostatic transmission, which means it's easy to change speeds. It can go forward and backward smoothly without shifting gears. The SLT1550 is a 2WD model with manual steering and dry disc brakes. It has an open operator station and an electric starter. The tractor is 67.7 inches long, 53.9 inches wide, and 42.9 inches tall. It weighs 551 pounds, which is about average for its class. The fuel tank can hold 13.2 liters of gas.
ManufacturerCub CadetPower25 hpEngine2-cylTransHydrostatic
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Quick specs
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine Power Output
- 25hp
- Operating Weight
- 551 lb
- Transmission
- Hydrostatic
At a glance
How the SLT1550 compares
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Lawn and Garden tractors
25 hp · 85th
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The SLT1550 ranks at the 85th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Cub Cadet SLT1550
The Cub Cadet SLT1550 is a powerful lawn and garden tractor made from 2006 to 2008. It has a strong 25 hp Kohler Courage SV730 engine with two cylinders. This engine is air-cooled and runs on gasoline. The tractor's engine power is very high compared to other similar machines. This tractor has a hydrostatic transmission, which means it's easy to change speeds. It can go forward and backward smoothly without shifting gears. The SLT1550 is a 2WD model with manual steering and dry disc brakes. It has an open operator station and an electric starter. The tractor is 67.7 inches long, 53.9 inches wide, and 42.9 inches tall. It weighs 551 pounds, which is about average for its class. The fuel tank can hold 13.2 liters of gas.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet |
|---|---|
| Model | SLT1550 |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 2006–2008 |
| Operating weight | 551lb |
Engine
| Make | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | Courage SV730 |
| Power | 25hp |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Displacement | 44.2ci |
| Bore | 3.27in |
| Stroke | 2.64in |
Transmission
| Type | Hydrostatic |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Brakes | Dry disc |
| Cab | Open operator station |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Independent with electric clutch |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 67.7in |
|---|---|
| Width | 53.9in |
| Height | 42.9in |
| Operating weight | 551lb |
Head to head
SLT1550 vs. Lawn and Garden median
How the Cub Cadet SLT1550 compares to other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 25 hp | 18 hp | +39% | 85th |
| Engine Displacement | 44.2 ci | 41.1 ci | +8% | 62nd |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 551 lb | 738 lb | -25% | 29th |
| Length | 67.7 in | 71.7 in | -6% | 21st |
| Width | 53.9 in | 43.3 in | +24% | 88th |
| Height | 42.9 in | 42.9 in | at median | 50th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 269–380 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Cub Cadet tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cub Cadet GT 3200 | 25 hp | 805 lb | 2005–2010 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet SLTX1050 | 25 hp | 547 lb | 2009–2014 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet XT3 GSX | 25 hp | 798 lb | 2015+ | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet XT1 GT50 | 24.9 hp | 529.1 lb | 2015+ | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet LT1024 | 24 hp | 520 lb | 2004+ | Compare → |
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| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allis Chalmers 5020 | 25 hp | 2,060 lb | 1977–1985 | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers FD3 | 25 hp | 3,150 lb | — | Compare → |
| Apollo 254 | 25 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Belarus 254 | 25 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Bobcat CT1025 | 24.5 hp | 1,488 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Cub Cadet SLT1550 manufactured?
Production of the Cub Cadet SLT1550 ran from 2006 through 2008.
What type of transmission does the Cub Cadet SLT1550 have?
The Cub Cadet SLT1550 uses a Hydrostatic transmission.
How powerful is the Cub Cadet SLT1550?
The Cub Cadet SLT1550 has an engine power output of 25 hp. It is powered by a 2-cylinder engine displacing 44.2 ci.
What is the working weight of the Cub Cadet SLT1550?
The operating weight of the Cub Cadet SLT1550 is approximately 551 lb.
What routine service does the Cub Cadet SLT1550 need?
Regular maintenance for the Cub Cadet SLT1550 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.