The Cub Cadet 1512 coolant capacity is listed as 6 gal (22.7 L). It also lists coolant type ethylene glycol-based coolant and antifreeze mix 50/50 coolant and water mix.
Coolant capacity6 gal (22.7 L)
Coolant typeethylene glycol-based coolant
Antifreeze mix50/50 coolant and water mix
Cub Cadet 1512 Coolant Capacity
Cooling system capacity
6 gal (22.7 L)
Coolant type
ethylene glycol-based coolant
Antifreeze mix
50/50 coolant and water mix
Engine horsepower
15 hp (11.2 kW)
Engine displacement
0.6 L (37 cu in)
Coolant Capacity Comparison Chart
Coolant capacity comparison
This model
6 gal
Average
8 gal
Low
4 gal
High
16 gal
Engine horsepower comparison
This model
15 hp
Average
18 hp
Low
10 hp
High
30 hp
Engine displacement comparison
This model
0.6 L
Average
0.9 L
Low
0.5 L
High
1.5 L
Cub Cadet 1512 Coolant and Engine Notes
Coolant capacity note
For service planning, the Cub Cadet 1512 should be treated as 6 gal (22.7 L) coolant capacity. That is a big cooling system where under-buying coolant gets annoying fast
Coolant type note
Use the right coolant formula for the Cub Cadet 1512: ethylene glycol-based coolant. Cheap wrong coolant is not a smart saving if it causes corrosion or deposits
Antifreeze mix note
The Cub Cadet 1512 antifreeze mix is listed as 50/50 coolant and water mix. That is the normal protection range for freezing, boiling and corrosion control
Engine context note
For the Cub Cadet 1512, the supporting engine specs are engine horsepower 15 hp (11.2 kW) and displacement 0.6 L (37 cu in). Use them as context beside the coolant capacity, not as a replacement for the manual
Refill note
Coolant changes are simple but easy to do sloppily. On the Cub Cadet 1512, plan around 6 gal (22.7 L) and confirm the final level after air works out of the system
Cub Cadet 1512 Coolant Capacity FAQ
What is the Cub Cadet 1512 coolant capacity?
The Cub Cadet 1512 coolant capacity is listed as 6 gal (22.7 L) for cooling system 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 1512?
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 1512?
Premixed coolant can be fine if it matches ethylene glycol-based coolant and the required mix. The captured mix for the Cub Cadet 1512 is 50/50 coolant and water mix.
How often should I change coolant in the Cub Cadet 1512?
The captured coolant change interval for the Cub Cadet 1512 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 1512 coolant capacity?
The captured engine context is horsepower 15 hp (11.2 kW) and displacement 0.6 L (37 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.
