Cub Cadet 1282 vs Simplicity 12.5LTG
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1282 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 1982 for the Cub Cadet 1282.
- The Cub Cadet 1282 is heavier: 298 kg versus 199 kg for the Simplicity 12.5LTG.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1282 | Simplicity 12.5LTG | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1982–1985 | 1990–1993 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 298 kg | 199 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 170 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1282 or the Simplicity 12.5LTG?
The Cub Cadet 1282 and the Simplicity 12.5LTG deliver the same power: 12 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1282 or the Simplicity 12.5LTG?
The Simplicity 12.5LTG is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1982 for the Cub Cadet 1282.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1282 or the Simplicity 12.5LTG?
The Cub Cadet 1282 is heavier: 298 kg versus 199 kg for the Simplicity 12.5LTG.