Cub Cadet 1517

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Cub Cadet 1517 is a compact lawn and garden tractor designed for homeowners with larger yards. It features a 2-wheel drive system and a hydrostatic transmission, which allows for smooth, infinite speed changes in both forward and reverse. The tractor is powered by a Kohler CV490 engine, a single-cylinder, air-cooled gasoline engine that produces 17 horsepower. This engine power is about average for tractors in its class.

The 1517 model is built with convenience in mind. It has an open operator station and electric start for easy operation. The tractor's independent PTO with electric clutch makes it simple to engage and disengage attachments. At 68 inches long, 44.9 inches wide, and 42.9 inches tall, this Cub Cadet is compact enough to maneuver around obstacles in your yard. It weighs 500 pounds, which is on the lighter side for tractors, making it easier to transport if needed. The tractor comes equipped with lawn and turf tires, and has a fuel tank capacity of 11.4 liters, allowing for extended use between refueling.
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Key Specifications

Category: Lawn and Garden

Power Output: 17 hp (12.7 kW)

Transmission: Hydrostatic

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 500 lb (227 kg)

Fuel Type: Gasoline

Cub Cadet 1517 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Cub Cadet 1517 is Average. It is greater than 43% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

(across 0.3K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Cub Cadet 1517 is Below Average. It is greater than 22% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

(across 0.2K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Cub Cadet 1517 is Average. It is greater than 33% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Cub Cadet 1517 is Average. It is greater than 56% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Kohler
Model
CV490
Cooling Type
Air-Cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Induction Type
Natural Aspiration
Cylinders
1
Displacement
30 ci (0.5 L)
Bore
3.54 in (89.9 mm)
Stroke
3.03 in (77.0 mm)
Rated RPM
3600
Power Output
17 hp (12.7 kW)

Transmission

Type
Hydrostatic
Forward Gears
Infinite
Reverse Gears
Infinite

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Manual
Brake Type
Dry Disc