The Cub Cadet 1225 coolant capacity is listed as 1.05 gal (4 L). It also lists coolant type ethylene glycol-based coolant and antifreeze mix 50/50 coolant and water mix.
Coolant capacity1.05 gal (4 L)
Coolant typeethylene glycol-based coolant
Antifreeze mix50/50 coolant and water mix
Cub Cadet 1225 Coolant Capacity
Coolant capacity
1.05 gal (4 L)
Coolant type
ethylene glycol-based coolant
Antifreeze mix
50/50 coolant and water mix
Engine horsepower
12 hp (8.9 kW)
Engine displacement
0.5 L (28.4 cu in)
Coolant Capacity Comparison Chart
Coolant capacity comparison
This model
1.05 gal
Average
1 gal
Low
0.5 gal
High
2 gal
Engine horsepower comparison
This model
12 hp
Average
18 hp
Low
10 hp
High
30 hp
Engine displacement comparison
This model
0.5 L
Average
0.9 L
Low
0.5 L
High
1.5 L
Cub Cadet 1225 Coolant and Engine Notes
Coolant capacity note
The headline cooling-system number for the Cub Cadet 1225 is 1.05 gal (4 L). Buy enough coolant before opening the drain plug
Coolant type note
Coolant type for the Cub Cadet 1225 is listed as ethylene glycol-based coolant. The safest move is to use coolant that matches the manual’s spec rather than mixing random formulas
Antifreeze mix note
For the Cub Cadet 1225, the captured mix is 50/50 coolant and water mix. Straight water is not the right long-term answer unless you are only flushing the system
Engine context note
Engine context for the Cub Cadet 1225: engine horsepower 12 hp (8.9 kW) and displacement 0.5 L (28.4 cu in). Engine size helps explain why coolant capacity changes between models
Refill note
When refilling the Cub Cadet 1225, use 1.05 gal (4 L) as the planning number and 50/50 coolant and water mix as the mixture guide. Recheck the level after the thermostat opens
Cub Cadet 1225 Coolant Capacity FAQ
What is the Cub Cadet 1225 coolant capacity?
The Cub Cadet 1225 coolant capacity is listed as 1.05 gal (4 L) for coolant capacity. Use this as the refill planning number and confirm the final level at the radiator or overflow bottle.
Can I use any coolant in the Cub Cadet 1225?
No. Use ethylene glycol-based coolant or a coolant that clearly matches the manual’s required spec. Wrong coolant can create corrosion, deposits or seal problems.
Is premixed coolant okay for the Cub Cadet 1225?
Premixed coolant can be fine if it matches ethylene glycol-based coolant and the required mix. The captured mix for the Cub Cadet 1225 is 50/50 coolant and water mix.
How often should I change coolant in the Cub Cadet 1225?
The captured coolant change interval for the Cub Cadet 1225 is the service interval in the operator manual. If service history is unknown, changing it is usually smarter than guessing.
What engine specs affect Cub Cadet 1225 coolant capacity?
The captured engine context is horsepower 12 hp (8.9 kW) and displacement 0.5 L (28.4 cu in). Engine size is one reason coolant capacity changes between tractors.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Tractor coolant specs can change by year, market, engine, radiator, cab/heater setup and service procedure. Please check the operator manual, decal information and official cubcadet.com website for official information before draining or refilling the cooling system.
