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Cub Cadet 126

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Introduction

Discover the versatility of this vintage Cub Cadet tractor, ideal for garden and light-duty tasks. This 12 horsepower, 1-cylinder tractor features a 476 cc engine with a mechanical dry disc clutch and offers both rear PTO at 515 RPM and an optional front PTO. Its transmission provides 3 forward and 1 reverse gear, with an optional creeper range for added control. Equipped with two-wheel drive and manual steering, this model ensures easy maneuverability. It boasts a 43-inch wheelbase, a 64-inch length, and a 36-inch width, with a shipping weight of 640 lbs. Perfect for collectors and hobbyists, this tractor, built in Louisville, Kentucky, is a testament to American engineering from 1969-1971.

Introduction

Production Information of Cub Cadet, 126

The production information of the tractor (126) includes details about its manufacturing.

Garden tractor

Built in Louisville, Kentucky, USA


Manufacturer	Cub Cadet (a part of International Harvester)

Dimension and Tires Information of Cub Cadet, 126

This section sums up the dimension and tires information of the tractor.

Flange rear axle


Front axle	Cast-iron
Wheelbase	43 inches [109 cm]
Shipping weight	640 lbs [290 kg]
Height (steering wheel)	39.75 inches [100 cm]
Length	64 inches [162 cm]
Ground clearance	6 inches [15 cm]
Width	36 inches [91 cm]
Rear tread	27 inches [68 cm]
Front tread	27 inches [68 cm]


Lawn/turf front	4.80/4.00-8
Lawn/turf rear	23x8.50-12

Engine Specifications of Cub Cadet, 126

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Air-cooled

1-cylinder


Point gap	0.020 inches [0.508 mm]
Sparkplug gap	0.025 inches [0.635 mm]
Compression	6:1
Intake valve clearance	0.010 inches (cold) [0.254 mm]
Idle RPM	1000-3800
Torque	19.6 lb-ft [26.6 Nm]
Rated RPM	3600
Displacement	476 cc [29.07 ci]
Power	12 hp [8.9 kW]
Oil capacity	1.5 qts [1.4 L]
Bore/Stroke	3.385x3.25 inches [86 x 83 mm]
Sparkplug	Champion H-10
Exhaust valve clearance	0.020 inches (cold) [0.508 mm]
Starter volts	12
Torque RPM	2200

Transmission Information of Cub Cadet, 126Y

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Transmission variants 1


Type	Gear
Oil type	IH Hy-Tran
Oil capacity	3.5 qts [3.3 L]
Gears	3 forward and 1 reverse
	IH Hy-Tran
Clutch	4.5-inch dry disc

Transmission variants 2


3	Gear shift
1	Clutch/brake
2	Throttle

Transmission variants 3

Optional creeper range is engaged by a lever on the left side of the drive line.


	IH Hy-Tran
Transmission	Creeper
	0.5 qts (creeper) [0.5 L]
Oil capacity	3.5 qts (trans) [3.3 L]
Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse
Oil type	IH Hy-Tran
Clutch	4.5-inch dry disc

3-speed gear

6-speed

Mechanical Specs of Cub Cadet, 126Y

This section summarizes all mechanical information such as the brake system and other specifications.

Two-wheel drive

Open operator station with padded seat.

Dry disc brakes


Steering	Manual

Power Information of Cub Cadet, 126Y

Discover the power specifications and options available for this tractor model but also PTO (Power Take-off) information.


Rear PTO	Transmission
Front PTO Type	3600
Rear PTO Type	515 (0.937)
Clutch	Mechanical dry disc