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Cub Cadet 2182 Parts Catalog – 118 Pages of Factory Specs

Nothing wastes a Saturday faster than ordering a part that doesn’t fit because you trusted a third-party listing. I’ve seen it a hundred times. You pull the old air cleaner assembly off a Cub Cadet 2182, measure the bolt holes, cross-reference with an online parts diagram that’s been photocopied twice, and end up with the wrong element. That’s where this Parts Catalog gets you back on track. Factory OEM breakdowns. Real part numbers. No assumed compatibility.

118 Pages of Factory Part Breakdowns

This is a genuine factory catalog, not a reprint of a reprint. Every page breaks down an assembly—air cleaner, alternator, steering, drivetrain—with exploded views and a parts table that includes the ref number, part number, quantity, and description. Page 2, for example, shows the air cleaner assembly with 27 individual components. The part numbers are original Kubota (Cub Cadet) codes, not a cross-reference that might go obsolete next month. If you need KB-19488-11010 (Air Cleaner Assy), that’s what you order. Period.

Exploded Views: See Every Nut and Bolt

You don’t get vague line drawings here. The catalog uses factory illustration style with clear callouts. The alternator assembly on page 3 shows the rotor, stator, bearings, pulleys, and the specific hardware like 710-3008 (Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .75). That level of detail keeps you from buying a generic alternator that doesn’t match the mount bracket or the pulley offset. For a 2182 that falls in the serial number range 816,536 – 821,059, this documentation is laser-targeted. Outside that range? Check your tag before you rely on this.

Can You Identify a Part Without the Manual?

If you’ve ever tried to describe a worn-out bearing over the phone to a parts counter, you already know the answer. You guess the size. The counter guy guesses the application. You end up with a bearing that has the right ID but wrong OD. This catalog eliminates that dance. You flip to the alternator mounting & fan section (page 5), locate ref #12 (bearing, ball, part KB-08121-06201), and you order the exact bearing Cub Cadet specified. No guesswork, no returns, no wasted shipping.

Why a Factory Parts Catalog Beats Aftermarket Listings

Aftermarket parts aggregators often pull data from late-90s scans and never update supersessions. A factory catalog like this one comes straight from the original engineering records. When Cub Cadet changed a part number mid-production, this catalog reflects the final revision. For a working mechanic or a DIY owner who plans to keep a 2182 running for another decade, that accuracy pays for itself after one order. I’ve used aftermarket cross-references that list a part as “fits 2182” only to find the bolt pattern is 10mm offset. Factory documentation doesn’t have that problem.

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Air Cleaner Assembly: A Real-World Example

Look at the air cleaner section (page 1 of 118). You’ve got the body (KB-15241-11150), the element (KB-70000-11221), the gasket (KB-15221-11170), and the wing bolt (KB-15221-92620). Each item has a service part flag (S/P/F). If you only need the element, you order K-B 70000-11221 and skip the whole assembly. That’s what happens when you work from a real parts catalog instead of a generic list that says “air cleaner kit.” It saves you twenty dollars and a return trip.

Using the Catalog for Engine and Alternator Rebuilds

The alternator assembly pages cover the rotor, stator, bearings (ball bearing KB-08121-06201, two needed), pulley, shaft, and the hardware like round head screws (KB-15261-93010). When you’re rebuilding a charging system on a 2182, you don’t want to split the case and then realize the bearing you ordered is metric instead of imperial. This catalog tells you the exact bearing. Same for the fan shaft and the clamp. You won’t find this level of part-level detail in a service manual—service manuals tell you how to remove the alternator, not what the internal part numbers are. That’s why a parts catalog is a separate essential tool.

For background on why OEM documentation matters in the broader industry, see the Automotive Industry Overview. Also worth reading is the Automotive Industry Overview for context on factory spec standards.

FAQ

Is this catalog specific to a serial number range?

Yes. It covers S/N 816,536 to 821,059.

How do I know if a part number has been superseded by Cub Cadet?

This catalog reflects the final production parts for the covered serial range. If a part was superseded during production, the catalog shows the latest part number. For supersessions after production ended, you need to check with a Cub Cadet dealer using the part numbers listed. The catalog gives you the original OEM number, which dealers can cross to current stock. Without the factory number, you’re guessing. That’s why this 118-page book is worth having on the bench before you make a call.

Access the Factory Manual. Stop ordering parts twice. Get the Cub Cadet 2182 Parts Catalog in PDF form and keep it on your tablet or printed in the shop. It’s 118 pages of pure OEM data—no third-party assumptions, no fuzzy scans. You’ll find the exact part number for every assembly on your tractor.