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Cub Cadet 1715 Parts Catalog

You ever order a part for a Cub Cadet 1715 based on some online cross-reference, only to get something that doesn’t fit? I’ve seen it too often. That’s why I keep a factory Parts Catalog on the bench, not some aftermarket PDF that guesses the part number. This one is the real deal – 69 pages of OEM exploded views and part numbers for the 1715, serial range 126,001 to 147,087.

Cub Cadet 1715 Parts Catalog: What the Factory Includes

This catalog breaks down every major assembly the factory built into the 1715. It starts with the air cleaner system, then covers battery and mounting, brake pedal and connections, and continues through the rest of the tractor. Each page shows an exploded diagram with callout numbers, a parts list with factory part numbers, quantities, and a Serviceable/Purchasable/Fastener (S/P/F) code. You get the same data the dealer uses when you walk in with a serial number.

Page 1 covers the air cleaner completely – from the wing nut (KH-X-276-7) to the gasket (KH-277093) to the elbow assembly (KH-52-754-02) that includes gaskets and self-tapping screws. The part numbers are precise; the 10-32 x 2-1/4 inch slotted pan head screw on page 2 is not the same as the 1-1/2 inch version. If you order the wrong length, it either bottoms out or doesn’t reach. The catalog tells you which is which.

Air Cleaner Assembly: Page 1 Breakdown

The air cleaner section lists 16 separate components. Ref #6 is the element – 759-3359 – a serviceable part you should replace annually. The precleaner (ref #5, KH-45-083-01) is also marked as serviceable (S). Notice the elbow assembly (ref #10) includes ref #15 and #16 – a gasket and a self-tapping screw. That means if you order just the elbow, you get those fasteners too. Guys who skip the catalog often double-order hardware or miss the gasket entirely. I’ve seen air leaks from that mistake.

Battery & Mounting – What You Get on Page 3

Page 3 shows the battery tray, hold-down rods, and cables. The 12-volt battery (725-3061) sits in a tray (703-1144) with two rods: LH (711-3142) and RH (711-0222). The hardware includes carriage bolts, washers, lock washers, and hex nuts with specific thread sizes – 5/16-18 and 1/4-20. The ground wire (725-0975) is 9.0 inches long. Aftermarket lists sometimes swap the rod lengths or use standard washers, but the factory specifies internal-external lock washers (736-3007) on the ground connection. Safety issue: skipping those lock washers can cause a loose ground and electrical gremlins.

Brake Pedal & Connections Section

I don’t have the full brake pedal pages in front of me, but the catalog jumps right into it after the battery. This section includes the pedal, springs, linkages, and hardware. Brake parts are critical – wrong spring tension or rod length means poor stopping performance. The factory diagram shows each part in relation to the others, so you can see exactly how the pedal connects to the brake shaft. If you’re rebuilding a 1715 with a mushy pedal, you need the OEM part numbers for the return spring and clevis pins.

Why a Factory Parts Catalog Beats Aftermarket

Aftermarket manuals often re-draw diagrams and lose detail – like the S/P/F codes that tell you whether a part is a consumable (S), a purchasable component (P), or a fastener (F). Page 2 of this catalog clearly marks the air cleaner cover (KH-52-082-04) as a purchasable part, meaning you can get it painted. The base (KH-52-094-06) is also /P. But the wing nut, precleaner, element, and screws are serviceable – you replace them on schedule. None of that appears in third-party cross-references. This is factory data, not a translator’s guess.

For background on why OEM documentation sets the standard, check the Automotive Industry Overview.

4 Common Mistakes When Ordering Cub Cadet 1715 Parts

1. Ignoring the serial number break. This catalog covers 126,001 through 147,087. Earlier or later machines may have different air cleaner bases or battery trays.
2. Buying a generic air filter element instead of 759-3359. The aftermarket element may fit but miss the precleaner recess, leading to dirt ingress.
3. Ordering the battery cover rod based on length alone. The LH and RH rods are different – use part numbers 711-3142 and 711-0222.
4. Skipping the S/P/F codes and not ordering the gaskets. An air cleaner gasket (KH-277093) costs pennies but an unmetered air leak costs you an engine rebuild.

Get the Right Part Number the First Time

Stop guessing part numbers. Lay this catalog open next to your tractor and match each part to the diagram. The printed version doesn’t require a tablet that dries up in the Texas heat. I keep a greasy copy in my toolbox for the 1715s that roll into the shop.

If you work on other Cub Cadet models, check these related manuals: Cub Cadet 1715 Parts Catalog, Cub Cadet 21121C29025 Parts Catalog – 73 Pages of Factory Specs, Cub Cadet 984 Parts Catalog – 128 Pages of OEM Factory Parts Breakdowns.

For more on why factory documentation matters in the larger industry, see also the Automotive Industry Overview.

Does this catalog include torque specs?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual.

How do I know if my 1715 serial number is covered?

The catalog covers serial numbers 126,001 to 147,087. Check the tag on your tractor frame near the steering column. If your number falls in that range, every part listed applies directly. Outside that range, some components may differ — Cub Cadet made running changes without warning. You can cross-reference part numbers with a dealer if you’re borderline.

Skip the guesswork. Access the Factory Manual now and get the real part numbers from the people who built the tractor.