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Cub Cadet 7260 vs Cub Cadet 8354
Verdict: Cub Cadet 7260 vs Cub Cadet 8354
The Cub Cadet 7260 and the Cub Cadet 8354 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Cub Cadet 8354 leads on rated power with 28 hp against 26 hp. Cub Cadet 7260 is the lighter machine (1,050 kg vs 1,756 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Cub Cadet 8354 is the newer design (2004 vs 1998). In short: choose the Cub Cadet 8354 for outright pulling power, or the Cub Cadet 7260 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
26 hp
28 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Cub CadetReference
DaedongReference
Three gears, plus reverse, in three ranges. Gears are synchronized and can be shifted on the move with the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to shift range.Reference
liquid-cooledReference
Original price
$14,600 (2003 )Reference
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Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
mechanical rearReference
Distributor
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Cub CadetReference
Variants
7260
gearReference
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7265
hydrostaticReference
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Engine
Engine (gross)
19.4 kWReference
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Displacement
1.3 LReference
1.6 LReference
Bore/Stroke
78 x 92 mmReference
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Power (gross)
19.4 kWReference
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Fuel system
indirect injectionReference
indirect injectionReference
Air cleaner
dryReference
dual element, cyclone typeReference
Pre-heating
glow plugsReference
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Compression
22:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2600Reference
2700Reference
Idle RPM
950-2780Reference
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Firing order
1-3-2Reference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Starter power
1.6 kWReference
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Coolant capacity
6.3 LReference
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Intake valve clearance
0.254 mmReference
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Exhaust valve clearance
0.254 mmReference
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Oil capacity
24.0 LReference
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Oil change
100 hReference
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Fuel tank
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43.5 LReference
Engine
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26.1 kWReference
Power
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26.1 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
9 forward and 3 reverseReference
8 forward and reverseReference
Clutch
two-stage 215mm dry discReference
dry discReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
17.2 kWReference
21.1 kWReference
Type
partially synchronized gearReference
synchronized shuttleReference
Pressure
147.1 barReference
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Valves
1 or 2Reference
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Pump flow
29.5 lpmReference
29.9 lpmReference
Rear Type
IReference
IReference
Control
position control with optional draft controlReference
position and draft controlReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
749 kgReference
1027 kgReference
Rear PTO
liveReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540Reference
Engine RPM
2000@2632Reference
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Mid PTO
liveReference
independentReference
Mid PTO Type
2000Reference
2000Reference
Total flow
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47.3 lpmReference
Steering flow
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17.8 lpmReference
Rear lift (at ends)
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1242 kgReference
Capacities
Fuel
29.9 LReference
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Front axle
4.0 LReference
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Max capacity
2199 kgReference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
165 cmReference
166 cmReference
Weight
453 kgReference
428 kgReference
Front tire
7-14Reference
7-16Reference
Rear tire
9.5-24Reference
12.4-24Reference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 7-14. Rear: 9.5-24Reference
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Industrial front
25x8.5-14Reference
27 x 10.5-15Reference
Industrial rear
13.6-16Reference
43 x 16-20Reference
Length
292 cmReference
320 cmReference
Width
131 cmReference
145 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
212 cmReference
234 cmReference
Ground clearance
30 cmReference
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Max Drawbar
379 kgReference
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Max front axle
969 kgReference
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Max rear axle
1349 kgReference
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Ag front
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7-16Reference
Ag rear
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12.4-24Reference
Lawn/turf front
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27 x 8.5 x 15Reference
Lawn/turf rear
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41 x 14-20Reference
Cub Cadet 7260 attachments
7260 Serial Numbers
Location:
Serial number plate on the right side of the tractor frame, just behind the front axle.Reference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
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Charging amps
50Reference
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Charging volts
12Reference
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Battery CCA
500Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Attachment overview
Cub Cadet 590-408-100 Backhoe
Backhoe type
Cub Cadet 590-408-100 BackhoeReference
Cub Cadet 644 BackhoeReference
Transport height
182 cmReference
190 cmReference
Bucket width
60 cmReference
91 cmReference
Digging depth
228 cmReference
228 cmReference
Reach from pivot
284 cmReference
302 cmReference
Loading height
172 cmReference
167 cmReference
Bucket Rotation
180°Reference
170°Reference
Swing Arc
180°Reference
180°Reference
Bucket force
1224 kgReference
1213 kgReference
Dipperstick force
816 kgReference
954 kgReference
Cub Cadet 8354 attachments
Cub Cadet 644 Backhoe
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.