deezler
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- Joined
- Jan 30, 2012
- Messages
- 3,470
- Location
- Southeast MI
- Tractor
- Cub Cadet 7305, Kioti CK3510seh TLB
^ That's actually a pretty good argument. Engines are inherently more efficient when operated closer to full throttle (less pumping losses past a partially closed throttle plate) except that with modern fuel injected engines, they enrich the A/F ratio as you approach full throttle to keep the piston and exhaust gas temperatures lower (safer). In short, it can be complicated.
After ~40 hours put on my new Cub Cadet 7305 CUT, I am amazed with the rate of fuel consumption. Seems to be about 0.5 gals/hr, even when brush hogging or dirt digging. Awesome stuff. Well, except that I always assume the tank is low enough to hold a full 5 gallon jug, and then over full it and dump diesel all over my tractor. Doh!
After ~40 hours put on my new Cub Cadet 7305 CUT, I am amazed with the rate of fuel consumption. Seems to be about 0.5 gals/hr, even when brush hogging or dirt digging. Awesome stuff. Well, except that I always assume the tank is low enough to hold a full 5 gallon jug, and then over full it and dump diesel all over my tractor. Doh!