The Cub Cadet 1882 model is a super garden tractor with an overall length of 78.5 inches and a width of 43.5 inches. It stands 47.5 inches from the ground to the top of the steering wheel, and has a ground clearance of 7.6 inches. The turning radius is 36.0 inches. The wheelbase is 51.6 inches, with a front tread of 33.0 inches and a rear tread of 31.5 inches. The front tires are 18 by 8.50-8; the rear tires are 16 by 12.00-12. The fuel tank has a 5-gallon capacity. The crank case holds 3 pts., 8 oz. The transmission case holds 7 quarts. Hydrostatic drive speed is 0 to 7.5 mph going forward, 0 to 4 mph in reverse.
The engine is a Kohler, with an 18-horsepower electric start. It is a two-cylinder engine, with a bore of 3.125 inches and a stroke of 2.75 inches. The displacement is 42.18 cubic inches. Engine speed is 1200 rpm at low idle, and high idle with no load is 3600 rpm; with a full load it is 3350 rpm. The valve clearance with the engine cold is .003 to .006 inches intake; .011 to.014 inches exhaust.
The battery is 725-3174, 12 volts. The alternator is a 15 amp, and the fuse is 20 amp. The head lamp bulb is 725-3161, and the taillight lamp is #194. The braking system is dual-disc external brakes.