Bolens 3012H vs Cub Cadet 1204
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 3012H and the Cub Cadet 1204 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1204 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1986 for the Bolens 3012H.
- The Cub Cadet 1204 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 3012H | Cub Cadet 1204 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1986–1987 | 1987–1988 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 4 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 111 cm |
| Length | 175 cm | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 3012H or the Cub Cadet 1204?
The Bolens 3012H and the Cub Cadet 1204 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 3012H or the Cub Cadet 1204?
The Cub Cadet 1204 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1986 for the Bolens 3012H.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 3012H or the Cub Cadet 1204?
The Cub Cadet 1204 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".