The Cub Cadet 182 has a hydrostatic transmission, with Infinite forward and reverse. Service details captured: fluid Hy-Tran and oil capacity 7 qt (6.6 L).
Transmission typeHydrostatic
Gears / rangesInfinite forward and reverse
Transmission fluidHy-Tran
Cub Cadet 182 Transmission Specs
Transmission type
Hydrostatic
Gears / ranges / speeds
Infinite forward and reverse
Transmission oil / fluid type
Hy-Tran
Transmission oil capacity
7 qt (6.6 L)
Transmission Comparison Charts
Transmission oil capacity comparison
This model
7 qt
Average
28 qt
Low
4 qt
High
70 qt
Cub Cadet 182 Transmission Notes
Transmission type note
For the Cub Cadet 182, start with the transmission type: Hydrostatic. That tells you whether the tractor is more range/gear focused or easier stop-start driving focused
Gears and range note
The Cub Cadet 182’s listed range/speed detail is Infinite forward and reverse. On hydrostatic tractors, this may describe ranges rather than old-school fixed gears
Fluid and service note
For service work, the captured transmission fluid is Hy-Tran and the listed capacity is 7 qt (6.6 L). Confirm both in the manual before changing fluid
Buyer takeaway
If you are comparing tractors, judge the Cub Cadet 182 from Hydrostatic and Infinite forward and reverse, not horsepower alone. Transmission setup decides how the tractor actually drives
What is the main transmission spec for the Cub Cadet 182?
The main captured transmission detail is Hydrostatic. In plain terms, it is better for easy speed control, mowing, loader work and stop-start property jobs.
How many gears or speeds does the Cub Cadet 182 have?
The Cub Cadet 182 gears/ranges line is listed as Infinite forward and reverse. Hydrostatic rows may describe ranges instead of fixed manual gears.
Are the Cub Cadet 182 forward and reverse speeds listed?
This row does not show clean forward/reverse speed values. Check the operator manual or official spec sheet for exact travel speed.
How much transmission oil does the Cub Cadet 182 take?
The listed transmission oil capacity is 7 qt (6.6 L), and the captured fluid type is Hy-Tran.
What should I check before buying a used Cub Cadet 182?
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.
