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BolensModel A
Bolens 3212G
Lawn and Garden
- power
- 12 hp
- displacement
- 28.4 ci
- Cylinders
- 1
- Forward gears
- 5
Head to head · Lawn and Garden
Bolens 3212G vs Cub Cadet 126
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Cub CadetModel B
Cub Cadet 126
Lawn and Garden
- power
- 12 hp
- displacement
- 29 ci
- Cylinders
- 1
- Forward gears
- 3
BolensBolens 3212G
vs
Cub CadetCub Cadet 126
How they compare
Headline specs vs. the whole Lawn and Garden
Engine Power
= Effectively tied3212G12 hp
12612 hp
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor18 hp
3212G is in the 16th percentile; 126 is in the 16th · 380 models
Engine Displacement
▲ 126 higher · +0.6 ci (+2%)3212G28.4 ci
12629 ci
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor41.1 ci
3212G is in the 19th percentile; 126 is in the 23rd · 366 models
Cylinders
= Effectively tied3212G1
1261
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor2
3212G is in the 17th percentile; 126 is in the 17th · 376 models
Forward Gears
▲ 3212G higher · +2 (+67%)3212G5
1263
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor6
3212G is in the 38th percentile; 126 is in the 10th · 152 models
3212G (A)126 (B)Median Lawn and Garden Tractor
Full comparison
Every spec, side by side
General Information
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bolens | Cub Cadet | — |
| Model | 3212G | 126 | — |
| Category | Lawn and Garden | Lawn and Garden | Same |
Engine
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton | Kohler | — |
| Model | 281707 | K301A | — |
| Power Output | 12hp | 12hp | Same |
| Rated RPM | Not recorded | 3,600RPM | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 | Same |
| Displacement | 28.4ci | 29ci | ▲ 126+0.6 ci · +2% |
| Bore | 3.4in | 3.4in | Same |
| Stroke | 3.1in | 3.3in | ▲ 126+0.2 in · +6% |
Transmission
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Belt-driven gear type | Gear type with dry disc clutch | — |
Dimensions & Weight
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 68.9in | 63.8in | ▲ 3212G+5.1 in · +8% |
| Width | 34.3in | 35.8in | ▲ 126+1.5 in · +4% |
| Height | 42.1in | 39.4in | ▲ 3212G+2.7 in · +7% |
| Operating Weight | 463lb | 640lb | ▲ 126+177 lb · +38% |
Hydraulics
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Same |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Independent with electric clutch | Transmission with dry disc clutch | — |
| Speed 1 | Not recorded | 3,600rpm | — |
| Speed 2 | Not recorded | 515rpm | — |
Hitch & Towing
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitch Type | Not recorded | Three-Point | — |
| Hitch Position | Not recorded | Rear | — |
Chassis & Drive
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis Type | 4x2 2WD | 4x2 2WD | Same |
| Drive Type | 2WD | 2WD | Same |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Same |
| Brake Type | Disc | Dry disc | — |
Electrical
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Type | Electric | Electric | Same |
Capacities
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 5gal | Not recorded | — |
Operator Station
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Open | Open operator station | — |
Category context
Both models against the field
Engine Power
median 18 hpA · 16th percentile (12 hp)B · 16th percentile (12 hp)
Engine Displacement
median 41.1 ciA · 19th percentile (28.4 ci)B · 23rd percentile (29 ci)
Cylinders
median 2A · 17th percentile (1)B · 17th percentile (1)
Forward Gears
median 6A · 38th percentile (5)B · 10th percentile (3)
Operating Weight
median 738 lbA · 10th percentile (463 lb)B · 41st percentile (640 lb)
A · 3212GB · 126Median Lawn and Garden Tractor