Cub Cadet 1200 vs John Deere CR125

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1200

Cub Cadet 1200

12 HP · 1974–1980

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John Deere CR125

John Deere CR125

12 HP · 2004–2014

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1200 and the John Deere CR125 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
  • The John Deere CR125 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 1974 for the Cub Cadet 1200.
  • The Cub Cadet 1200 is heavier: 294 kg versus 165 kg for the John Deere CR125.
  • The Cub Cadet 1200 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 28".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1200John Deere CR125
Power12 HP12 HP
Production years1974–19802004–2014
FuelGasoline
Cylinders1
Weight294 kg165 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 15 / 1
Wheelbase111 cm113 cm
Length175 cm186 cm
Mower deck38"28"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1200 or the John Deere CR125?

The Cub Cadet 1200 and the John Deere CR125 deliver the same power: 12 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1200 or the John Deere CR125?

The John Deere CR125 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 1974 for the Cub Cadet 1200.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1200 or the John Deere CR125?

The Cub Cadet 1200 is heavier: 294 kg versus 165 kg for the John Deere CR125.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1200 or the John Deere CR125?

The Cub Cadet 1200 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 28".

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