Cub Cadet 1200 vs Simplicity 12.5LTG

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1200

Cub Cadet 1200

12 HP · 1974–1980

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Simplicity 12.5LTG

Simplicity 12.5LTG

12 HP · 1990–1993

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1200 and the Simplicity 12.5LTG deliver the same power: 12 HP.
  • The Simplicity 12.5LTG is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1974 for the Cub Cadet 1200.
  • The Cub Cadet 1200 is heavier: 294 kg versus 199 kg for the Simplicity 12.5LTG.

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1200Simplicity 12.5LTG
Power12 HP12 HP
Production years1974–19801990–1993
Fuel—Gasoline
Cylinders—1
Weight294 kg199 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 15 / 1
Wheelbase111 cm121 cm
Length175 cm170 cm
Mower deck38"38"

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