Cub Cadet 1200 vs Ford R-12

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1200

Cub Cadet 1200

12 HP · 1974–1980

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Ford R-12

Ford R-12

12 HP · 1988–1993

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1200 and the Ford R-12 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
  • The Ford R-12 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1974 for the Cub Cadet 1200.
  • The Cub Cadet 1200 is heavier: 294 kg versus 204 kg for the Ford R-12.
  • The Cub Cadet 1200 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1200Ford R-12
Power12 HP12 HP
Production years1974–19801988–1993
Fuel—Gasoline
Cylinders—1
Weight294 kg204 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 15 / 1
Wheelbase111 cm111 cm
Length175 cm158 cm
Mower deck38"30"

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