Cub Cadet Lawn Mower M48 User Guide

COMMERCIAL  
ZERO-TURN  
RIDERS  
TANK™ 48  
TANK™ 60  
TANK™ M48  
TANK™ M54  
TANK™ M60  
TANK™ M72  
FeatURes  
48," 54," 60" or 72"  
fAbrIcATED DEcK sIzE  
YOUR cLIents wOn’t jUst be satIsFIed,  
ENgINE opTIoNs  
Up To 37 hp*  
theY’LL be speechLess.  
If you’re looking for a top-of-the-line commercial mower, you’ve found it. The TANK™ is designed to do it  
all. The Select Cut System™ deck can cut all types of grass in all types of conditions. Plus, it produces a  
high-quality cut at faster ground speeds. It easily handles attachments without sacrificing productivity, and  
has features that keep the operator comfortable in rough conditions. And with true commercial-grade  
toughness, it’s no wonder that the TANK™ is the mower that all other mowers aspire to be.  
pIvoTINg froNT AxLE  
foLLows coNToUrs  
of ThE groUND  
cUTs Up To 6.5  
AcrEs pEr hoUr  
sEE how ThEsE fEATUrEs hELp yoU gET ThE Job DoNE rIghT AT cUbcadetcOmmeRcIaL.cOm.  
foLDAbLE rops  
fooT pEDAL DEcK LIfT  
groUND spEEDs  
Up To 12 Mph  
pATENTED sm a r t Je t ™  
DEcK wAsh sysTEM  
PIVoTING FRoNT AXLe  
SeLeCT CUT  
FULL SUSPeNSIoN SeAT  
This premium seat allows  
the operator to customize  
suspension settings for weight  
and personal preference. It also  
features foldable armrests and tilt  
capability for lower back support.  
SYSTeM™ DeCK  
follows the contours of the  
ground for superior cutting,  
providing a smoother, more  
uniform look and versatility for  
different terrain.  
The innovative sloped-nose deck  
features a configurable inner  
baffle, offset and adjustable  
leading edges, ball wheels and the  
smartJet™ deck washing system.  
2-yEAr AND 3-yEAr  
LIMITED coMMErcIAL  
wArrANTy†  
whAT ThAT MeANS To YOU  
professional results every time  
and everywhere you mow.  
you get premium cuts even  
in the toughest grass-cutting  
conditions from a deck that’s  
easy to service.  
Maximum comfort and support  
reduce fatigue, and make it  
easier and more enjoyable to  
work a long day.  
* as rated by engine manufacturer See specifications for warranty information  
LoCATe A DeALeR AT  
cUbcadetcOmmeRcIaL.cOm  
YoUR INDePeNDeNT DeALeR CAN ANSweR ALL YoUR qUeSTIoNS  
AboUT The MANY beNeFITS oF owNING A CUb CADeT.  
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enGIne  
tank™ m60-kh  
tank™ m60-kw  
tank™ m72-kw  
27 hp* Kohler® command®  
v-Twin ohv  
Engine type  
31 hp* Kawasaki® v-Twin ohv  
37 hp* Kawasaki® v-Twin ohv  
Engine displacement/orientation  
Engine fuel  
725cc/vertical  
852cc/vertical  
999cc/vertical  
gas  
Transistor controlled  
Ignition  
Lubrication/filter  
cooling system  
Air cleaner  
full pressure w/spin-on oil filter  
Air  
heavy-duty remote-mounted replacement dual element  
12v – 15 amp. regulated  
Alternator  
fuel capacity  
Twin 7-gallon tanks  
dRIVe sYstem  
Drive system  
Dual hydro-gear™ pK-12 pumps & parker wheel motors  
ground speed  
fwd: 12 mph/rev: 5 mph  
rimula® — 15w40  
3 qt.  
hydraulic fluid with remote cooling system  
hydro fluid capacity  
hydraulic oil filter  
controls  
standard  
3-way adjustable lap bars  
standard  
Lap bar dampers  
return to neutral  
braking/parking brake  
standard  
Dynamic/Knott drum  
steeRInG  
caster wheel pivot bearings  
front axle  
Timken® roller, greasable  
pivoting/fixed with lockout pins  
chassIs  
frame  
fully welded steel 2" square tubing  
tIRes  
front tire size  
rear tire size  
13" x 6.5" – 6" (smooth)  
24" x 12" – 12" (turf)  
dImensIOns  
Length x width x height  
wheelbase  
78" x 71" x 72"  
50.5"  
78" x 71" x 72"  
50.5"  
81" x 83" x 72"  
53.5"  
51"  
front track width  
rear track width  
weight (approx.)  
45.5"  
45.5"  
58"  
1,150 lbs.  
1,150 lbs.  
1,380 lbs.  
mOwInG deck  
Deck size/type  
Deck style/system  
Deck blades  
60" select cut system™  
60" select cut system™  
floating  
72" select cut system™  
3-blade  
Deck construction  
10-gauge fabricated with  
10-gauge fabricated with  
9-gauge fabricated with  
7- and 10-gauge reinforcements  
7- and 10-gauge reinforcements  
7- and 10-gauge reinforcements  
Deck wash  
patented smartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system  
Dual pedal, spring assisted  
Deck lift  
Deck height adjustment  
blade spindle construction  
Deck pTo  
1" – 5" (in .25" increments)  
cast-aluminum  
Electronic fingertip engagement  
4 standard, greasable  
front anti-scalping wheels  
rear anti-scalping rollers/striper  
full width, adjustable  
full width, adjustable  
full width, adjustable/2 rear corner rollers  
addItIOnaL specIFIcatIOns  
rops  
standard, foldable  
Monitor/hour meter  
seat type  
standard, electronic  
high-back suspension seat, foldable, fully adjustable with armrests  
cup holder  
standard  
standard  
storage pouch  
rear bumper and hitch  
heavy-duty rear bumper w/bolt-on hitch standard  
waRRantY†  
3-year limited commercial  
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attachments  
Depending on the time of year or your geographic location, being productive can be a matter of having the right accessories.  
So whether it’s challenging terrain, needing to work past dusk, collecting leaves or even plowing snow, Cub Cadet Commercial  
accessories make your job easier — and a lot more enjoyable.  
LIGHT KIT  
MULCHING KIT  
12-VOLT  
OUTLET  
Adding electrical  
power to your  
TANK™ is simple  
and easy.  
Easy-to-install  
kit provides  
increased  
visibility and  
safety for early  
or late days.  
Mulching baffles  
install easily to  
control airow  
and reliably  
re-cut clippings  
for superior  
mulching.  
ULTRA-  
72" BLADE  
TRIPLE  
TRACTION TIRES  
BAGGER  
The steel blade  
attaches for light  
dozer work and  
snow plowing,  
with skid shoes  
for height  
Deliver improved  
traction on hills,  
or in sandy or  
Large, 10-bushel,  
triple-bag grass  
collection system  
for a professional,  
well-groomed  
look.  
snowy conditions.  
adjustment.  
SPREADER  
POWER ASSIST  
DUMP HOPPER  
Easily transports  
and unloads  
grass clippings  
or leaves.  
ELECTRIC  
LIFT CYLINDER  
Useful all year  
long. It raises the  
deck or snow  
blade easily.  
Attaches to  
either front  
or rear of the  
TANK™ to spread  
salt, seed or  
fertilizer.  
This brochure is for advertisement purposes only. The product depictions are not meant to be used or relied upon as a substitute for the safety and use information that is published in the respective operator’s manual. Before operating  
the machine, read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine. Specifications and programs are subject to change without notice. Images may not reflect dealer inventory and/or unit specifications.  
Commercial products are intended for professional use.  
773-03951 Printed in U.S.A. 12/09 © 2010 Cub Cadet  
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