The Cub Cadet GT 3204 has a hydrostatic transmission, with a top forward speed of 5.5 mph (8.9 km/h) and reverse speed of 3.5 mph (5.6 km/h). Service details captured: oil capacity 5.5 qt (5.2 L).
Transmission typeHydrostatic
Forward speed5.5 mph (8.9 km/h)
Cub Cadet GT 3204 Transmission Specs
Transmission type
Hydrostatic
Forward speed
5.5 mph (8.9 km/h)
Reverse speed
3.5 mph (5.6 km/h)
Transmission oil capacity
5.5 qt (5.2 L)
Transmission Comparison Charts
Forward speed comparison
This model
5.5 mph
Average
13 mph
Low
5 mph
High
25 mph
Reverse speed comparison
This model
3.5 mph
Average
6 mph
Low
2.5 mph
High
12 mph
Transmission oil capacity comparison
This model
5.5 qt
Average
28 qt
Low
4 qt
High
70 qt
Cub Cadet GT 3204 Transmission Notes
Transmission type note
The Cub Cadet GT 3204’s captured transmission type is Hydrostatic. Use that before comparing speed, oil capacity or service parts
Forward / reverse speed note
The useful speed numbers are 5.5 mph (8.9 km/h) forward and 3.5 mph (5.6 km/h) reverse. That gives a better driving comparison than transmission type alone
Fluid and service note
For service work, the captured transmission oil capacity is 5.5 qt (5.2 L). Confirm the approved fluid type before servicing
Buyer takeaway
If you are comparing tractors, judge the Cub Cadet GT 3204 from Hydrostatic and 5.5 mph (8.9 km/h), not horsepower alone. Transmission setup decides how the tractor actually drives
Is the Cub Cadet GT 3204 hydrostatic or gear drive?
The clean captured transmission type for the Cub Cadet GT 3204 is Hydrostatic. Use that as the first answer, then check gears/ranges and travel speed.
Does every Cub Cadet GT 3204 transmission have a gear count?
No. Hydrostatic and CVT-style transmissions may be listed by range or variable speed instead of simple forward/reverse gear numbers.
How fast does the Cub Cadet GT 3204 go?
The Cub Cadet GT 3204 is listed at 5.5 mph (8.9 km/h) forward and 3.5 mph (5.6 km/h) reverse.
Is the Cub Cadet GT 3204 transmission oil capacity listed?
Yes, the listed capacity is 5.5 qt (5.2 L). Confirm the correct fluid type before servicing.
What should I check before buying a used Cub Cadet GT 3204?
Confirm the exact transmission type, test forward and reverse operation, check for fluid leaks, and verify any service history for the transmission or transaxle.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Tractor transmission specs can change by year, market, serial range, transaxle, trim and option package. Please check the operator manual, service manual, build sheet and official cubcadet.com website for official transmission information before servicing or buying parts.
