The Cub Cadet LX46 EFI uses a hydrostatic Tuff Torq K46 transmission, with Infinite forward and reverse. Service details captured: fluid 5W-50.
Transmission typeHydrostatic
Transmission modelTuff Torq K46
Gears / rangesInfinite forward and reverse
Transmission fluid5W-50
Cub Cadet LX46 EFI Transmission Specs
Transmission type
Hydrostatic
Transmission name / model
Tuff Torq K46
Gears / ranges / speeds
Infinite forward and reverse
Transmission oil / fluid type
5W-50
Cub Cadet LX46 EFI Transmission Notes
Transmission type note
The key drivetrain answer for the Cub Cadet LX46 EFI is Hydrostatic. That matters first because transmission type changes how the tractor feels more than a small horsepower difference
Gears and range note
The captured gears/ranges detail for the Cub Cadet LX46 EFI is Infinite forward and reverse. Hydrostatic setups usually matter more for control feel than fixed gear count
Fluid and service note
For service work, the captured transmission fluid type is 5W-50. The oil capacity was not cleanly captured in this row
Buyer takeaway
If you are comparing tractors, judge the Cub Cadet LX46 EFI from Hydrostatic and Infinite forward and reverse, not horsepower alone. Transmission setup decides how the tractor actually drives
Source summary
type: Hydrostatic; gears/speeds: Infinite forward and reverse; fluid: 5W-50
Cub Cadet LX46 EFI Transmission FAQ
What transmission does the Cub Cadet LX46 EFI have?
The Cub Cadet LX46 EFI transmission is listed as Hydrostatic. That is the main drivetrain detail to check before comparing gears, ranges or speed.
What are the Cub Cadet LX46 EFI transmission gears or ranges?
The captured gears/speeds detail for the Cub Cadet LX46 EFI is Infinite forward and reverse.
Are the Cub Cadet LX46 EFI 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.
What transmission fluid does the Cub Cadet LX46 EFI use?
The captured fluid type for the Cub Cadet LX46 EFI is 5W-50. The exact fill capacity was not cleanly captured in this row.
What should I check before buying a used Cub Cadet LX46 EFI?
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.
