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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 1282
Cub CadetModel B
Cub Cadet 1282
Lawn and Garden
- power
- 11.9 hp
- displacement
- 29 ci
- Cylinders
- 1
- Forward gears
- Not recorded
BolensBolens 3212G
vs
Cub CadetCub Cadet 1282
How they compare
Headline specs vs. the whole Lawn and Garden
Engine Power
▲ 3212G higher · +0.1 hp (<1%)3212G12 hp
128211.9 hp
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor18 hp
3212G is in the 16th percentile; 1282 is in the 13th · 380 models
Engine Displacement
▲ 1282 higher · +0.6 ci (+2%)3212G28.4 ci
128229 ci
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor41.1 ci
3212G is in the 19th percentile; 1282 is in the 23rd · 366 models
Cylinders
= Effectively tied3212G1
12821
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor2
3212G is in the 17th percentile; 1282 is in the 17th · 376 models
Operating Weight
▲ 1282 higher · +194 lb (+42%)3212G463 lb
1282657 lb
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor738 lb
3212G is in the 10th percentile; 1282 is in the 44th · 314 models
3212G (A)1282 (B)Median Lawn and Garden Tractor
Full comparison
Every spec, side by side
General Information
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 1282 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bolens | Cub Cadet | — |
| Model | 3212G | 1282 | — |
| Category | Lawn and Garden | Lawn and Garden | Same |
Engine
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 1282 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton | Kohler | — |
| Model | 281707 | K301 | — |
| Power Output | 12hp | 11.9hp | ▲ 3212G+0.1 hp · <1% |
| Rated RPM | Not recorded | 2,200RPM | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 | Same |
| Displacement | 28.4ci | 29ci | ▲ 1282+0.6 ci · +2% |
| Bore | 3.4in | 3.4in | Same |
| Stroke | 3.1in | 3.3in | ▲ 1282+0.2 in · +6% |
Transmission
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 1282 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Belt-driven gear type | Hydrostatic | — |
Dimensions & Weight
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 1282 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 68.9in | 71.7in | ▲ 1282+2.8 in · +4% |
| Width | 34.3in | 37.4in | ▲ 1282+3.1 in · +9% |
| Height | 42.1in | 42.9in | ▲ 1282+0.8 in · +2% |
| Operating Weight | 463lb | 657lb | ▲ 1282+194 lb · +42% |
Hydraulics
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 1282 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Same |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 1282 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Independent with electric clutch | Independent with electric clutch | Same |
Tires
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 1282 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | Not recorded | 16.5x16 | — |
| Rear Tire Size | Not recorded | 10.5x23 | — |
Hitch & Towing
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 1282 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitch Category | Not recorded | 0 | — |
Chassis & Drive
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 1282 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis Type | 4x2 2WD | 4x2 | — |
| Drive Type | 2WD | 2WD | Same |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Same |
| Brake Type | Disc | Wet disc | — |
Electrical
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 1282 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Type | Electric | Electric | Same |
Capacities
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 1282 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 5gal | Not recorded | — |
Operator Station
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet 1282 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Open | Open operator station | — |
Category context
Both models against the field
Engine Power
median 18 hpA · 16th percentile (12 hp)B · 13th percentile (11.9 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)
Operating Weight
median 738 lbA · 10th percentile (463 lb)B · 44th percentile (657 lb)
Length
median 71.7 inA · 38th percentile (68.9 in)B · 50th percentile (71.7 in)
A · 3212GB · 1282Median Lawn and Garden Tractor