The Cub Cadet Tank LZ60 has a hydrostatic transmission, with a top forward speed of 5 mph (8 km/h) and reverse speed of 5 mph (8 km/h). Service details captured: fluid Hy-Tran.
Transmission typeHydrostatic
Forward speed5 mph (8 km/h)
Transmission fluidHy-Tran
Cub Cadet Tank LZ60 Transmission Specs
Transmission type
Hydrostatic
Forward speed
5 mph (8 km/h)
Reverse speed
5 mph (8 km/h)
Transmission oil / fluid type
Hy-Tran
Transmission Comparison Charts
Forward speed comparison
This model
5 mph
Average
13 mph
Low
5 mph
High
25 mph
Reverse speed comparison
This model
5 mph
Average
6 mph
Low
2.5 mph
High
12 mph
Cub Cadet Tank LZ60 Transmission Notes
Transmission type note
The key drivetrain answer for the Cub Cadet Tank LZ60 is Hydrostatic. That matters first because transmission type changes how the tractor feels more than a small horsepower difference
Forward / reverse speed note
For real use, the Cub Cadet Tank LZ60’s speed specs are simple: 5 mph (8 km/h) forward and 5 mph (8 km/h) reverse
Fluid and service note
For service work, the captured transmission fluid type is Hy-Tran. The oil capacity was not cleanly captured in this row
Buyer takeaway
If you are comparing tractors, judge the Cub Cadet Tank LZ60 from Hydrostatic and 5 mph (8 km/h), not horsepower alone. Transmission setup decides how the tractor actually drives
What transmission does the Cub Cadet Tank LZ60 have?
The Cub Cadet Tank LZ60 transmission is listed as Hydrostatic. That is the main drivetrain detail to check before comparing gears, ranges or speed.
Does every Cub Cadet Tank LZ60 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.
Is the Cub Cadet Tank LZ60 transmission speed good?
The captured travel speeds are 5 mph (8 km/h) forward and 5 mph (8 km/h) reverse. That is enough to compare it against similar tractors for mowing, transport and yard work.
Is the Cub Cadet Tank LZ60 transmission fluid listed?
Yes, the captured fluid type is Hy-Tran. Confirm the capacity in the operator manual before servicing.
What should I check before buying a used Cub Cadet Tank LZ60?
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.
