The Cub Cadet C-130G 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
Change intervalevery 2 years
Cub Cadet C-130G Coolant Capacity
Coolant capacity
2.51 gal (9.5 L)
Coolant type
ethylene glycol-based coolant
Antifreeze mix
50/50 coolant and water mix
Coolant change interval
every 2 years
Engine horsepower
13.5 hp (10.1 kW)
Engine displacement
0.3 L (21 cu in)
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
14 hp
Average
18 hp
Low
10 hp
High
30 hp
Engine displacement comparison
This model
0.3 L
Average
0.9 L
Low
0.5 L
High
1.5 L
Cub Cadet C-130G Coolant and Engine Notes
Coolant capacity note
For service planning, the Cub Cadet C-130G should be treated as 2.51 gal (9.5 L) coolant capacity. That is a compact tractor cooling system where a normal premixed coolant jug may cover most of the refill
Coolant type note
The captured coolant type for the Cub Cadet C-130G is ethylene glycol-based coolant. Do not mix unknown coolant types unless the label and manual say they are compatible
Antifreeze mix note
For the Cub Cadet C-130G, 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 C-130G is listed as every 2 years. 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 C-130G: engine horsepower 13.5 hp (10.1 kW) and displacement 0.3 L (21 cu in). Engine size helps explain why coolant capacity changes between models
Refill note
For a coolant change on the Cub Cadet C-130G, do not just dump in coolant and walk away. Fill slowly, run it up to temperature, cool it down and top up as needed
Cub Cadet C-130G Coolant Capacity FAQ
How much coolant does the Cub Cadet C-130G take?
The main coolant amount captured for the Cub Cadet C-130G 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 C-130G?
Yes. Capacity tells you how much to buy; coolant type tells you what to buy. For the Cub Cadet C-130G, the captured coolant type is ethylene glycol-based coolant.
What antifreeze mix does the Cub Cadet C-130G use?
The captured antifreeze mix for the Cub Cadet C-130G 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 C-130G coolant be replaced?
Use every 2 years as the service guide. Coolant can look okay but still lose corrosion protection over time.
Why does the Cub Cadet C-130G coolant amount differ from other models?
Coolant capacity changes with engine and radiator setup. For the Cub Cadet C-130G, the supporting engine data is horsepower 13.5 hp (10.1 kW) and displacement 0.3 L (21 cu in).
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.
