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Cub Cadet 5234D vs Cub Cadet 7235
Verdict: Cub Cadet 5234D vs Cub Cadet 7235
The Cub Cadet 5234D and the Cub Cadet 7235 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Cub Cadet 7235 leads on rated power with 18 hp against 17 hp. Cub Cadet 5234D is the lighter machine (612 kg vs 1,151 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Cub Cadet 5234D is the newer design (2004 vs 1996). In short: choose the Cub Cadet 7235 for outright pulling power, or the Cub Cadet 5234D if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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Fit & specs
Cub Cadet
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Cub Cadet
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
17 hp
18 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Cub CadetReference
MitsubishiReference
Two-range hydrostatic transmission with right-hand forward and reverse pedals. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges.Reference
liquid-cooled overhead valve (OHV)Reference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
rear standardReference
Distributor
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Cub CadetReference
Steering
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hydrostatic powerReference
Engine
Engine
17.2 kWReference
17.2 kWReference
Displacement
0.8 LReference
1.2 LReference
Bore/Stroke
68 x 78 mmReference
82 x 78 mmReference
Power
17.2 kWReference
17.2 kWReference
Fuel system
indirect injectionReference
direct injectionReference
Rated RPM
3600Reference
2500Reference
Idle RPM
1200-3600Reference
970-2750Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
5.0 LReference
5.3 LReference
Intake valve clearance
0.203 mmReference
0.254 mmReference
Exhaust valve clearance
0.203 mmReference
0.254 mmReference
Oil capacity
18.9 LReference
22.0 LReference
Oil change
200 hReference
200 hReference
Fuel tank
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29.9 LReference
Air cleaner
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dryReference
Compression
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18.7:1Reference
Firing order
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1-3-2Reference
Coolant change
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1000 hReference
Transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)Reference
Oil type
Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid PlusReference
Cub Cadet Hy-TranReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
12.7 kWReference
13.4 kWReference
Hydraulic system
18.9 LReference
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Type
hydrostaticReference
hydrostaticReference
Capacity
18.9 LReference
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Pressure
103.4 barReference
147.1 barReference
Valves
1 (optional)Reference
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Total flow
20.8 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IReference
IReference
Rear lift (at ends)
464 kgReference
1000 kgReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
308 kgReference
749 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
live independentReference
Clutch
electricReference
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Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Mid PTO
independentReference
live independentReference
Mid PTO Type
2000Reference
2000 (1.0)Reference
Pump flow
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27.3 lpmReference
Steering flow
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12.1 lpmReference
Engine RPM
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2000@2421Reference
Capacities
Fuel
21.2 LReference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
139 cmReference
165 cmReference
Weight
612 kgReference
1151 kgReference
Front tire
18x9.5-8Reference
6.70-15Reference
Rear tire
26x12x12Reference
11.2-24Reference
Ag front
18x9.5-8Reference
6.70-15Reference
Ag rear
26x12x12Reference
11.2-24Reference
Lawn/turf front
18x8.5-8Reference
25x8.50-14Reference
Lawn/turf rear
26x12-12Reference
13.6-16Reference
Length
261 cmReference
292 cmReference
Width
114 cmReference
131 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
208 cmReference
212 cmReference
Max Drawbar
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379 kgReference
Cub Cadet 5234D attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
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Charging amps
30Reference
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Battery CCA
500Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Attachment overview
Variants
7232
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2WD GearReference
7233
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2WD HydrostaticReference
7234
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4WD GearReference
7235
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4WD HydrostaticReference
Cub Cadet 7235 attachments
Cub Cadet 408 Backhoe
Backhoe type
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Cub Cadet 408 BackhoeReference
Bucket width
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60 cmReference
Digging depth
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233 cmReference
2-Foot flat digging depth
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228 cmReference
Reach from pivot
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284 cmReference
Loading height
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167 cmReference
Bucket Rotation
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180°Reference
Swing Arc
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180°Reference
Bucket force
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1134 kgReference
Dipperstick force
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810 kgReference
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.