Cub Cadet 445 Coolant Capacity

Quick answer:

The Cub Cadet 445 coolant capacity is listed as 2.51 gal (9.5 L). It also lists coolant type ethylene glycol-based coolant and antifreeze mix 50/50 coolant and water mix.

Coolant capacity2.51 gal (9.5 L)
Coolant typeethylene glycol-based coolant
Antifreeze mix50/50 coolant and water mix

Cub Cadet 445 Coolant Capacity

Coolant capacity 2.51 gal (9.5 L)
Coolant type ethylene glycol-based coolant
Antifreeze mix 50/50 coolant and water mix
Engine model K301
Engine horsepower 22 hp (16.4 kW)

Coolant Capacity Comparison Chart

Coolant capacity comparison

This model

2.51 gal

Average

2 gal

Low

1 gal

High

4 gal

Engine horsepower comparison

This model

22 hp

Average

18 hp

Low

10 hp

High

30 hp

Cub Cadet 445 Coolant and Engine Notes

Coolant capacity note The headline cooling-system number for the Cub Cadet 445 is 2.51 gal (9.5 L). Buy enough coolant before opening the drain plug
Coolant type note Use the right coolant formula for the Cub Cadet 445: 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 445, 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 445: engine model K301 and engine horsepower 22 hp (16.4 kW). 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 445, plan around 2.51 gal (9.5 L) and confirm the final level after air works out of the system

Cub Cadet 445 Coolant Capacity FAQ

How much coolant does the Cub Cadet 445 take?

The main coolant amount captured for the Cub Cadet 445 is 2.51 gal (9.5 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 445?

Yes. Capacity tells you how much to buy; coolant type tells you what to buy. For the Cub Cadet 445, the captured coolant type is ethylene glycol-based coolant.

What antifreeze mix does the Cub Cadet 445 use?

The captured antifreeze mix for the Cub Cadet 445 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 445 coolant be replaced?

Use the service interval in the operator manual as the service guide. Coolant can look okay but still lose corrosion protection over time.

Why does the Cub Cadet 445 coolant amount differ from other models?

Coolant capacity changes with engine and radiator setup. For the Cub Cadet 445, the supporting engine data is engine model K301 and horsepower 22 hp (16.4 kW).

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.