The Cub Cadet 1282 coolant capacity is listed as 4 gal (15.1 L). It also lists coolant type ethylene glycol-based coolant and antifreeze mix 50/50 coolant and water mix.
Coolant capacity4 gal (15.1 L)
Coolant typeethylene glycol-based coolant
Antifreeze mix50/50 coolant and water mix
Change intervalevery 6,000 hours
Cub Cadet 1282 Coolant Capacity
Cooling system capacity
4 gal (15.1 L)
Coolant type
ethylene glycol-based coolant
Antifreeze mix
50/50 coolant and water mix
Coolant change interval
every 6,000 hours
Engine model
K301AQS
Engine horsepower
12 hp (8.9 kW)
Engine displacement
0.5 L (29 cu in)
Coolant Capacity Comparison Chart
Coolant capacity comparison
This model
4 gal
Average
4 gal
Low
2 gal
High
8 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 1282 Coolant and Engine Notes
Coolant capacity note
The Cub Cadet 1282’s key coolant figure here is 4 gal (15.1 L) for cooling system capacity. Use that before buying coolant or draining the system
Coolant type note
Use the right coolant formula for the Cub Cadet 1282: ethylene glycol-based coolant. Cheap wrong coolant is not a smart saving if it causes corrosion or deposits
Antifreeze mix note
For the Cub Cadet 1282, 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
Coolant change interval note
Coolant service for the Cub Cadet 1282 is listed as every 6,000 hours. If the service history is unknown, a fresh drain and refill is usually the cleaner move
Engine context note
Engine context for the Cub Cadet 1282: engine model K301AQS, engine horsepower 12 hp (8.9 kW), and displacement 0.5 L (29 cu in). Engine size helps explain why coolant capacity changes between models
Refill note
Coolant changes are simple but easy to do sloppily. On the Cub Cadet 1282, plan around 4 gal (15.1 L) and confirm the final level after air works out of the system
Cub Cadet 1282 Coolant Capacity FAQ
How much coolant does the Cub Cadet 1282 take?
The main coolant amount captured for the Cub Cadet 1282 is 4 gal (15.1 L). Buy a little extra so you can top up after the engine warms up and cools down.
Does coolant type matter on the Cub Cadet 1282?
Yes. Capacity tells you how much to buy; coolant type tells you what to buy. For the Cub Cadet 1282, the captured coolant type is ethylene glycol-based coolant.
What antifreeze mix does the Cub Cadet 1282 use?
The captured antifreeze mix for the Cub Cadet 1282 is 50/50 coolant and water mix. A 50/50-style mix is the common practical answer unless your manual or climate calls for something different.
When should the Cub Cadet 1282 coolant be replaced?
Use every 6,000 hours as the service guide. Coolant can look okay but still lose corrosion protection over time.
What engine specs affect Cub Cadet 1282 coolant capacity?
The captured engine context is engine model K301AQS, horsepower 12 hp (8.9 kW), and displacement 0.5 L (29 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.
