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Cub Cadet XT3 GSE
The Cub Cadet XT3 GSE is a powerful lawn and garden tractor made from 2015 to 2017. It has a strong 22.5 hp Kohler engine with two cylinders, which is above average power for its class. The engine is air-cooled and runs on gasoline. This tractor is built for easy mowing with its 2-wheel drive system and electric power steering. The XT3 GSE has a special transmission that lets you change speeds smoothly without gears. It weighs 798 pounds, which is on the heavier side for lawn tractors. This weight helps it stay stable while working. The tractor has lawn tires, with bigger ones in the back for better traction. It also has a 3.3-gallon fuel tank, so you can work for a long time without stopping. The open operator station makes it easy to get on and off, and the electric starter means you can begin work quickly.
ManufacturerCub CadetPower22.5 hp(16.8 kW)ClassUnder 25 HP tractors →Engine2-cylinderTransmissionShaft-driven Hydrostatic
Key specifications
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine power
- 23hp
- Operating weight
- 798 lb
- Transmission
- Shaft-driven Hydrostatic
Category comparison
XT3 GSE compared with its category
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Lawn and Garden tractors
22.5 hp · 73rd
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The XT3 GSE ranks at the 73rd percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Cub Cadet XT3 GSE
The Cub Cadet XT3 GSE is a powerful lawn and garden tractor made from 2015 to 2017. It has a strong 22.5 hp Kohler engine with two cylinders, which is above average power for its class. The engine is air-cooled and runs on gasoline. This tractor is built for easy mowing with its 2-wheel drive system and electric power steering. The XT3 GSE has a special transmission that lets you change speeds smoothly without gears. It weighs 798 pounds, which is on the heavier side for lawn tractors. This weight helps it stay stable while working. The tractor has lawn tires, with bigger ones in the back for better traction. It also has a 3.3-gallon fuel tank, so you can work for a long time without stopping. The open operator station makes it easy to get on and off, and the electric starter means you can begin work quickly.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet |
|---|---|
| Model | XT3 GSE |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 2015–2017 |
| Operating weight | 798lb(362 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | CH680 |
| Power | 22.5hp(16.78 kW) |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Displacement | 41.1ci(0.67 L) |
| Bore | 3.19in(81.03 mm) |
| Stroke | 2.6in(66.04 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Shaft-driven Hydrostatic |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Electric Power |
| Brakes | Disc |
| Cab | Open Operator Station |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Independent with Electric Clutch |
|---|
Dimensions
| Operating weight | 798lb(362 kg) |
|---|
Closest alternatives
XT3 GSE compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among lawn and garden tractors, the Cub Cadet XT3 GS and the Iseki TL2301 are closest to the Cub Cadet XT3 GSE in rated horsepower. The Cub Cadet XT3 GS matches it on rated power at almost the same operating weight. The Iseki TL2301 matches it on rated power and weighs 1,350 lb more, so it carries more weight per horsepower, which helps traction in draft work. Of the 3 models, the XT3 GSE has the lowest weight per horsepower at 35 lb per hp.
| Spec | Cub Cadet XT3 GSE | Cub Cadet XT3 GS | Iseki TL2301 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 22.5 hp16.8 kW | 22.5 hp16.8 kW | 22.7 hp16.9 kW |
| Operating weight | 798 lb362 kg | 798 lb362 kg | 2,150 lb975 kg |
| Weight per hp | 35 lb/hp22 kg/kW | 35 lb/hp22 kg/kW | 95 lb/hp58 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 41.1 ci0.67 L | 41.1 ci0.67 L | 87.2 ci1.43 L |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Transmission | Shaft-driven Hydrostatic | Shaft-driven hydrostatic | - |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD |
| Years built | 2015-2017 | 2015+ | - |
Calculators
Calculators for the XT3 GSE
PTO power
About 19 to 20 PTO hp
Estimated from the 22.5 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 22.5 hp tractor can run
The calculator sizes mowers, tillers, discs, plows and balers for this tractor.
Ballast
41 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 130 to 150 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
22.5 hp is 16.8 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
XT3 GSE vs. Lawn and Garden median
Cub Cadet XT3 GSE compared with other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 22.5 hp | 18 hp | +25% | 73rd |
| Engine Displacement | 41.1 ci | 41.1 ci | at median | 50th |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 798 lb | 738 lb | +8% | 53rd |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the lawn and garden tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 314–380 models).
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Gallery
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What years was the Cub Cadet XT3 GSE manufactured?
Production of the Cub Cadet XT3 GSE ran from 2015 through 2017.
What type of transmission does the Cub Cadet XT3 GSE have?
The Cub Cadet XT3 GSE uses a Shaft-driven Hydrostatic transmission.
How powerful is the Cub Cadet XT3 GSE?
The Cub Cadet XT3 GSE has an engine power output of 22.5 hp. It is powered by a 2-cylinder engine displacing 41.1 ci.
What is the working weight of the Cub Cadet XT3 GSE?
The operating weight of the Cub Cadet XT3 GSE is approximately 798 lb.
What routine service does the Cub Cadet XT3 GSE need?
Regular maintenance for the Cub Cadet XT3 GSE 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.