277cc Cub Cadet OHV 4-Cycle Engine •Electric start - just press a button and off you go! •Powers through the toughest winter conditions •No mixing of gas and oil
Two-Stage System •The heavy duty steel auger breaks up and pulls in the snow •The impeller then throws the snow out the discharge chute
4-Way Single-Hand Joystick Chute Control •Change direction and pitch of chute from operator position •Features 200 degree chute rotation and 50 degree pitch control
Zero-Turn Posi-Steer™ Power Steering •Fingertip trigger control allows effortless single-hand turns •Large 15 inch X-Trac tires offer superior traction
Additional Standard Features Include: •Cool Blue skid shoes rust resistant, non-marking, and reversible •Steel shave plate allows to clear down to the ground •In-dash halogen headlight lights your way
Experience The Assurance Of Class-Leading Warranties •3-year limited residential warranty •1-year limited commercial warranty
Model
Model Number:
526SWE
UPC:
043033558575
Manufacturer:
Cub Cadet
Engine
Brand:
Cub Cadet OHV
Type:
4-Cycle OHV
Power:
277 cc
Starting System:
120-Volt Electric /w Recoil
Fuel Tank:
5.0 quarts (4.73 liters)
Auger
Diameter:
12 (30.48 cm)
Material:
Serrated Steel
Impeller
Diameter:
12 (30.48 cm)
Profile:
Steel 3-Blade
Chute
Material:
Plastic
Chute Rotation:
Lever
Turning Radius:
200°
Max Throwing Distance:
35 feet (10.67 meters)
Drive System
Steering:
Handle-Mounted Triggers
Gear Case:
Aluminum
Forward Speeds:
6 Forward
Reverse Speeds:
2 Reverse
Tire Type:
X-Trac
Tire Size:
15" x 5" (38.1 cm x 12.7 cm)
Options
Remote Deflector Contols:
Yes
Drift Cutters:
Sold Separately
Front Weights:
Sold Separately
Interlocking Controls:
Yes
Hand Warmers:
No
Headlights:
Halogen
Skid Shoes:
Included - Reversible
Overview
Weight:
275 Lbs. (124.74 kilograms)
Dimensions:
55.0L x 27.0W x 41.0H (139.70 x 68.58 x 104.14 cm)
Q: Are snow blowers shipped assembled? If not, how much assembly is required? by Kathy T from Connecticut on November 20, 2011
A: These units would not come fully assembled. The units would need the handle bars to be pulled in their upright position and attach the chute. Other than this, that is it. by Kriss, Product Expert
Q: I have the Cub Cadet 526SWE. I've noticed there are greas fittingd at the ends of the auger shaft and on the gear box. My last MTD made snower blower didn't have these and there is no mention in the owner's manual that these require grease. What are the for? by Steve Korth from Illinois on October 12, 2011
A: These would be for adding grease if you needed to add more. When it comes to the Cubs, they are a little more high end than the other MTDs, so they do offer some more maintenance advantages so you can keep the product in good order longer. This is not something you have to do all the time. I would suggest doing once a season. by Kriss, Product Expert
Q: kriss i am interested inthe cub cadet model 526swe,i live in north carolina,we get heavy snows sometimes.last year we had about 18 in. at one time.will this model handle snows this deep? also i have a complete gravel driveway,is this a problem? thank you by George Race from North Carolina on October 11, 2011
A: This snow blower would have no problem in getting through snow this deep. A two stage snow blower would also be your best option with gravel because the auger never actually touches the ground. So no problem at all. by Kriss, Product Expert
Overall Rating
4.8
(Based on 4 Reviews)
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Kriss's Recommendation
The Cub Cadet 526SWE is a heavy-duty, residential grade two-stage snow thrower that allows you to clear snow effortlessly. Despite it's compact size, this snow blower has the power to tackle winter’s biggest storms.
The Cub Cadet 526SWE is powered by a 277cc, 4-cycle over head valve engine. The convenient electric start feature fires the snow blower up with the push of a button.
The Cub Cadet 526SWE has heavy-duty steel augers that move effortlessly through the harshest conditions. The high-impact polymer chute and stainless steel shave plate make it amazingly easy to operate through heavy snow and ice, so you’re out of the cold faster.
The Cub Cadet 526SWE also features zero-turn Posi-Steer™ power steering for effortless, single-hand turning. And speaking of single hand control, the 4-way chute control allows you to quickly and effortlessly change the direction and pitch of the discharge chute with one hand as well.
December 04, 2011
Mark D. Apple Valley, MN
Just got one of these about a month ago.
Had an old 8 HP Craftsman that lasted 23 years, and was still running, but it needed service and figured I'd be better off with putting that money into a new one, since sooner than later that old Craftsman would be about done.
Anyway, this was a great value overall. So far we've only had light snow, today was more of a better test as we had maybe 3-4 inches of light snow. The 526 works well, one pull start, handles easily with the power steering. Doesn't throw snow as far as the old craftsman, maybe it seems like 20-25 feet, where as the Craftsman literally would toss it 30-35 feet, seriously, and that was rated the same HP as this one. But probably has something to do with the lighter snow, as I noticed at the end of the driveway where the snowplow dumped it seemed to be better.
The one thing I don't care for is the chute seems to not rotate far enough to the left for what I'd like. To the right it comes back farther, but only about midway on the left. I'd like more range. But overall I'm happy with it, and from what I saw in the stores prior to this then I think it was a great choice. Personally, I wish they'd toss the 357 cc engine on this one, because the 30" is just too big for what I need it for. But a bigger engine would be nice. I don't think in the long run I'd have been happy with the 208 cc engine.
Had an old 8 HP Craftsman that lasted 23 years, and was still running, but it needed service and figured I'd be better off with putting that money into a new one, since sooner than later that old Craftsman would be about done.
Anyway, this was a great value overall. So far we've only had light snow, today was more of a better test as we had maybe 3-4 inches of light snow. The 526 works well, one pull start, handles easily with the power steering. Doesn't throw snow as far as the old craftsman, maybe it seems like 20-25 feet, where as the Craftsman literally would toss it 30... more
November 16, 2011
Ed G. Eden Prairie, MN
Great Deal
Needed a new blower since my 10 year old Toro was getting a bit worn out and wanted a larger machine given the new house. Spoke to the folks at SBD and they recommended this machine and I am very happy with it. Easy to use and great features and the best part is I saved a couple of hundred bucks and it was delivered right to my house. Would highly recommend this machine if you have a big driveway and live in a place with a lot of snow.
November 04, 2011
Greg M. Florence, MA
October snowstorm
Got my new Cub Cadet one week before the surprise snow storm hit us. 8" of wet, sticky snow that knocked us out of power for two days. The Cub handled it extremely well. It's a lot lighter and with the power steering is much more maneuverable than my previous Lawnboy blower. It also throws the snow much farther and higher. On the negative side, it seems more cheaply made than the Lawnboy which was an all gear drive and lasted me for twenty, rugged New England winters and is still running. I guess that time will tell.
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