Cub Cadet 1238 vs Simplicity 12.5LTH
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1238 and the Simplicity 12.5LTH deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1238 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1990 for the Simplicity 12.5LTH.
- The Simplicity 12.5LTH is heavier: 199 kg versus 157 kg for the Cub Cadet 1238.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1238 | Simplicity 12.5LTH | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1992–1993 | 1990–1993 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 157 kg | 199 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 147 cm | 170 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1238 or the Simplicity 12.5LTH?
The Cub Cadet 1238 and the Simplicity 12.5LTH deliver the same power: 12 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1238 or the Simplicity 12.5LTH?
The Cub Cadet 1238 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1990 for the Simplicity 12.5LTH.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1238 or the Simplicity 12.5LTH?
The Simplicity 12.5LTH is heavier: 199 kg versus 157 kg for the Cub Cadet 1238.