The Cub Cadet LT1045 coolant capacity is listed as 0.63 gal (2.4 L). It also lists coolant type ethylene glycol-based coolant.
Coolant capacity0.63 gal (2.4 L)
Coolant typeethylene glycol-based coolant
Cub Cadet LT1045 Coolant Capacity
Coolant capacity
0.63 gal (2.4 L)
Radiator capacity
0.63 gal (2.4 L)
Coolant type
ethylene glycol-based coolant
Engine horsepower
19 hp (14.2 kW)
Engine displacement
0.6 L (36.4 cu in)
Coolant Capacity Comparison Chart
Coolant capacity comparison
This model
0.63 gal
Average
1 gal
Low
0.5 gal
High
2 gal
Engine horsepower comparison
This model
19 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 LT1045 Coolant and Engine Notes
Coolant capacity note
The headline cooling-system number for the Cub Cadet LT1045 is 0.63 gal (2.4 L). Buy enough coolant before opening the drain plug
Radiator capacity note
Radiator capacity is listed as 0.63 gal (2.4 L). The full cooling system can be higher because coolant also sits in the engine and hoses
Coolant type note
Coolant type for the Cub Cadet LT1045 is listed as ethylene glycol-based coolant. The safest move is to use coolant that matches the manual’s spec rather than mixing random formulas
Engine context note
The Cub Cadet LT1045 engine data captured here is engine horsepower 19 hp (14.2 kW) and displacement 0.6 L (36.4 cu in). Bigger engines usually need more coolant and more careful refill bleeding
Refill note
When refilling the Cub Cadet LT1045, use 0.63 gal (2.4 L) as the planning number and the manual’s coolant mix as the mixture guide. Recheck the level after the thermostat opens
Cub Cadet LT1045 Coolant Capacity FAQ
What is the cooling system capacity of the Cub Cadet LT1045?
The Cub Cadet LT1045 cooling system capacity is shown as 0.63 gal (2.4 L). That is the number to use before draining the system.
What coolant type should I use in the Cub Cadet LT1045?
Use ethylene glycol-based coolant. The blunt rule is simple: match the manual’s coolant spec and do not mix unknown coolant formulas.
Should I use straight water in the Cub Cadet LT1045?
Not for normal long-term use. The Cub Cadet LT1045 should use the coolant mix specified in the manual or the manual’s specified coolant mix so the system gets corrosion, freeze and boil protection.
Does old coolant matter in the Cub Cadet LT1045?
Yes. Old coolant can lose protection even if temperature looks normal. The listed service interval for the Cub Cadet LT1045 is the service interval in the operator manual.
Why does the Cub Cadet LT1045 coolant amount differ from other models?
Coolant capacity changes with engine and radiator setup. For the Cub Cadet LT1045, the supporting engine data is horsepower 19 hp (14.2 kW) and displacement 0.6 L (36.4 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.
