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Cub Cadet 7274 Parts Catalog – 198 Pages of Factory Breakdown

You're staring at a tractor that won't lift, or an air cleaner that won't seal, and the parts counter guy says, "What's the part number?" You don't know. You guess. You order the wrong bracket, wait a week, and still can't get the job done. That's exactly why the Cub Cadet 7274 Parts Catalog exists. It's the factory-issued 198-page document that gives you every part number, every bolt, every washer, and every sub-assembly for this specific tractor. No guesswork, no third-party reprints.

3-Point Linkage: 15 Parts You Can Identify

Page 1 of this catalog opens with the 3-point linkage – 48 separate line items, from the left-hand bracket (part MA-19643013AG0) to the clevis pins and snap rings. The exploded diagram labels each piece by reference number. You see the check chain assembly includes items 14 through 17: chain A, chain B, turn buckle, nut. If your lift rod is bent, you look up Ref 7 (part MA-19643006AG0, the lower link rod) and order the exact assembly – not a generic replacement that leaves you fighting alignment. That's the difference between a parts catalog and a guessing game.

Air Cleaner Assembly: Factory Part Numbers

Turn to page 3 and the air cleaner section. The main assembly carries part MA-19640511000 and includes ten sub-items: case assembly, element, wing bolt, valve, plus the hose and clamp hardware. The catalog even tells you which bands are not used on this specific model – a detail aftermarket catalogs flat-out ignore. You need the element? Order MA-10310511200. That's a factory number, not a crossed reference. The Cub Cadet 21121C29025 Parts Catalog – 73 Pages of Factory Specs covers other models in the same family, but for the 7274 this is the one you keep on the bench.

198 Pages of Factory Documentation

198 pages of part numbers, exploded views, and service parts identification. Each page carries a header stating the model, the system, and the page number. The index at the top of every section tells you the total page count for that system – no missing sheets. The catalog uses the S/P/F code column: S for service part, P for production, F for field replacement. That tells you whether you can still order the part or if it's been superseded. A good parts man reads that column before he dials the dealer.

Skip the Aftermarket Catalogs

Aftermarket parts books renumber everything. They consolidate multiple models into one confusing list and leave out the "not used on this model" columns. You end up with a part that looks right but doesn't fit. This Cub Cadet 7274 Parts Catalog is the original OEM publication – scanned from the factory print. You get the same numbers the dealer uses. If you need supporting documentation for a warranty claim or a restoration, this is the only source that matters. Check the Cub Cadet 984 Parts Catalog – 128 Pages of OEM Factory Parts Breakdowns for a smaller tractor, but the 7274 requires its own 198-page breakdown.

Who Needs This Catalog

If you own a Cub Cadet 7274 and you're rebuilding the 3-point hitch, servicing the air cleaner, or chasing a hydraulic leak, you need the part number before you pick up the phone. This catalog is for the guy who wants the right washer (MA-A3600101402) instead of a handful of loose hardware from the bin. It's for the shop that bills by the job and can't afford a return trip because the parts guy ordered the wrong lift rod. Beginners will find the exploded drawings useful – they show how everything nests together. Veterans will appreciate the completeness: every fastener, every lock nut, every linch pin listed with its factory quantity. The Cub Cadet 81, 21121C290248 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Breakdown is a similar format, but the 7274 catalog stands alone with its dedicated 198 pages.

Quick Answers

Does this parts catalog include service procedures?

No. This is strictly a parts catalog for ordering replacement parts.

How do I use the reference numbers to order the correct part?

Each exploded diagram has a numbered bubble pointing to each component. The parts list below gives the reference number, the OEM part number, the quantity used, a description, and the S/P/F code. Cross-check the description with what you removed. For example, the 3-point linkage lists a left-hand bracket (Ref 1) and right-hand bracket (Ref 2) separately – get the side right. The part number is the only thing the dealer needs. If the description says "Includes items 6-42", that's a sub-assembly you can order complete. Always verify the model number on the header – the catalog is model-specific and mixing up pages will send you to the wrong section. Use the part number from the catalog, not a cross-reference from an aftermarket site. And call the number listed in the header – 606-678-9623 – to confirm stock.

The automotive industry relies on precise parts identification to keep equipment running. That's why Automotive Industry Overview standards matter. When you have the factory catalog, you cut the downtime, the wrong orders, and the returns. Stop wasting money on parts that don't fit. Access the Factory Manual today and keep your 7274 running with the right components.

Related resources: Automotive Industry Overview – for context on OEM parts documentation standards.