Introduction
Production Information of Cub Cadet, 582 Special
The production information of the tractor (582 Special) includes details about its manufacturing.
| The Cub Cadet 582 Special was an economy version of the 582. It was the same engine as the 582, but used a belt-driven Peerless transmission found on the 482. This enabled the 582 Special to retail for about $500 less than a regular 582 when new. |
| Garden tractor |
| Built in Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of International Harvester) |
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Dimension and Tires Information of Cub Cadet, 582 Special
This section sums up the dimension and tires information of the tractor.
| Front tread | 29 inches [73 cm] |
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| Wheelbase | 44 inches [111 cm] |
| Shipping weight | 640 lbs [290 kg] |
| Height (steering wheel) | 43 inches [109 cm] |
| Length | 72 inches [182 cm] |
| Rear tread | 27 inches [68 cm] |
| Ground clearance | 6 inches [15 cm] |
| Width | 37.75 inches [95 cm] |
| Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
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| Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Engine Specifications of Cub Cadet, 582 Special
Get the specifications for the engine and if different options are available.
| Air-cooled |
| Point gap | 0.020 inches [0.508 mm] |
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| Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches [0.762 mm] |
| Fuel system | Downdraft carburetor with integral fuel pump |
| Oil change | 30 h |
| Torque | 25.8 lb-ft [35.0 Nm] |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Displacement | 655 cc [40 ci] |
| Oil capacity | 1.75 qts [1.7 L] |
| Power (gross) | 16 hp [11.9 kW] |
| Air cleaner | Dry with pre-cleaner |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.4375x2.156 inches [87 x 55 mm] |
| Sparkplug | Champion RJ-12 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque RPM | 2600 |
Transmission Information of Cub Cadet, 582 SpecialY
Discover all variants of transmission available for this tractor model.
Transmission variants 1
| The Cub Cadet 582 Special used a Peerless transaxle in place of the Cub Cadet transmission found on the regular 582. The engine was connected to a right-angle gearbox which drove the transmission via a belt. |
| Manufacturer | Peerless |
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| Clutch | Belt and pulley |
| Type | Gear |
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Mechanical Specs of Cub Cadet, 582 SpecialY
This section summarizes all mechanical information such as the brake system and other specifications.
| Two-wheel drive |
| Open operator station. |
| Wet disc brakes |
| Steering | Manual |
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Power Information of Cub Cadet, 582 SpecialY
Discover the power specifications and options available for this tractor model but also PTO (Power Take-off) information.
| Front PTO | Independent |
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| Clutch | Electric |
Electrical System of Cub Cadet, 582 Special
Battery voltage, charging system and ground.
| Ground | Negative |
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| Battery AH | 32 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging system | Alternator |
| Charging amps | 13 |
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Cub Cadet 582 Special have?
The Cub Cadet 582 Special delivers 16 HP.
What years was the Cub Cadet 582 Special produced?
The Cub Cadet 582 Special was produced in 1980-1985.
What transmission does the Cub Cadet 582 Special use?
The Cub Cadet 582 Special uses a Gear transmission.
How much does the Cub Cadet 582 Special weigh?
The Cub Cadet 582 Special weighs 640 lbs [290 kg].
Is the Cub Cadet 582 Special 4WD?
The Cub Cadet 582 Special is available in 2WD.