SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet 126 vs Cub Cadet 1200
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet 126 and the Cub Cadet 1200. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet 1268.9 kW (11.9 HP)
Cub Cadet 12008.9 kW (11.9 HP)
Weight
Cub Cadet 126290.0 kg (639.3 lbs)
Cub Cadet 1200294.0 kg (648.2 lbs)
| Specification | Cub Cadet 126 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Cub Cadet 1200Garden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Garden Tractor | Lawn Tractor |
| Horsepower | 8.9 kW (11.9 HP) | 8.9 kW (11.9 HP) |
| Weight | 290.0 kg (639.3 lbs) | 294.0 kg (648.2 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Creeper | Creeper |
| Length | 162.0 cm (63.8 in.) | 175.0 cm (68.9 in.) |
| Years Made | 1969-1971 | 1974-1980 |
| Engine Model | Kohler K301A | Kohler K301AQS |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, air-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Displacement | 476 cc (29.0 cu in.) | 476 cc (29.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.56 cm (3.37 in.) | 8.61 cm (3.39 in.) |
| Stroke | 8.26 cm (3.25 in.) | 8.31 cm (3.27 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Transmission with dry disc clutch | Transmission |
| Rear PTO Speed | 515 RPM | 515 RPM |
| Front PTO Speed | 3.600 rpm | 3.400 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 26.6 N·m (19.6 lb-ft) | — |
| Rated RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | — |
| Spark Plug | Champion RH10 | Champion H-10 |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 100.0 cm (39.4 in.) | 104.0 cm (40.9 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 109.0 cm (42.9 in.) | 111.0 cm (43.7 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.6 l (2.0 gal) | 7.6 l (2.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.4 l (0.4 gal) | 1.4 l (0.4 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 3.8 l (1.0 gal) | 4.0 l (1.1 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-30; API SF or SG | SAE 5W-30, 10W, 30 |
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 4.0 km/h (Forward: 6.8 MPH (10.9 km/h) Reverse: 2.5 MPH) | 4.0 km/h (Forward: 6.9 MPH (11.1 km/h) Reverse: 2.5 MPH) |
| Brakes | Dry disc | Dry disc or wet disc |
| Drawbar Category | Cub Cadet three-point | Sleeve hitch |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 4.80×4.00-8 | Lawn/turf: 4.80/4.00-8, 6.50-8 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 23×8.50-12 | Lawn/turf: 23×8.50-12, 23×10.50-12 |
| Front PTO Type | — | Independent with electric clutch |
| Ground Clearance | — | 15.0 cm (5.9 in.) |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.