Ariens lawn tractors GT12 vs Cub Cadet 1282
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Ariens lawn tractors GT12 and the Cub Cadet 1282 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1282 is the more recent model: production started in 1982, versus 1981 for the Ariens lawn tractors GT12.
- The Ariens lawn tractors GT12 is heavier: 405 kg versus 298 kg for the Cub Cadet 1282.
- The Ariens lawn tractors GT12 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Ariens lawn tractors GT12 | Cub Cadet 1282 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1981–1982 | 1982–1985 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 405 kg | 298 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 111 cm |
| Length | 189 cm | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |