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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 HDS 2135
Cub CadetModel B
Cub Cadet HDS 2135
Lawn and Garden
- power
- 12.5 hp
- displacement
- 24.3 ci
- Cylinders
- 1
- Forward gears
- Not recorded
BolensBolens 3212G
vs
Cub CadetCub Cadet HDS 2135
How they compare
Headline specs vs. the whole Lawn and Garden
Engine Power
▲ HDS 2135 higher · +0.5 hp (+4%)3212G12 hp
HDS 213512.5 hp
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor18 hp
3212G is in the 16th percentile; HDS 2135 is in the 20th · 380 models
Engine Displacement
▲ 3212G higher · +4.1 ci (+17%)3212G28.4 ci
HDS 213524.3 ci
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor41.1 ci
3212G is in the 19th percentile; HDS 2135 is in the 15th · 366 models
Cylinders
= Effectively tied3212G1
HDS 21351
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor2
3212G is in the 17th percentile; HDS 2135 is in the 17th · 376 models
Operating Weight
▲ HDS 2135 higher · +99 lb (+21%)3212G463 lb
HDS 2135562 lb
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor738 lb
3212G is in the 10th percentile; HDS 2135 is in the 30th · 314 models
3212G (A)HDS 2135 (B)Median Lawn and Garden Tractor
Full comparison
Every spec, side by side
General Information
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet HDS 2135 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bolens | Cub Cadet | — |
| Model | 3212G | HDS 2135 | — |
| Category | Lawn and Garden | Lawn and Garden | Same |
Engine
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet HDS 2135 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton | Kohler | — |
| Model | 281707 | Command CH12.5 | — |
| Power Output | 12hp | 12.5hp | ▲ HDS 2135+0.5 hp · +4% |
| Rated RPM | Not recorded | 3,600RPM | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 | Same |
| Displacement | 28.4ci | 24.3ci | ▲ 3212G+4.1 ci · +17% |
| Bore | 3.4in | 3.4in | Same |
| Stroke | 3.1in | 2.6in | ▲ 3212G+0.5 in · +19% |
Transmission
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet HDS 2135 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Belt-driven gear type | Shaft-driven hydrostatic | — |
Dimensions & Weight
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet HDS 2135 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 68.9in | 71.7in | ▲ HDS 2135+2.8 in · +4% |
| Width | 34.3in | 44.9in | ▲ HDS 2135+10.6 in · +31% |
| Height | 42.1in | 41.7in | ▲ 3212G+0.4 in · <1% |
| Operating Weight | 463lb | 562lb | ▲ HDS 2135+99 lb · +21% |
Hydraulics
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet HDS 2135 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Same |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet HDS 2135 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Independent with electric clutch | Independent with electric clutch | Same |
Chassis & Drive
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet HDS 2135 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis Type | 4x2 2WD | 4x2 2WD | Same |
| Drive Type | 2WD | 2WD | Same |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Same |
| Brake Type | Disc | Internal expanding | — |
Electrical
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet HDS 2135 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Type | Electric | Electric | Same |
Capacities
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet HDS 2135 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 5gal | Not recorded | — |
Operator Station
| Spec | Bolens 3212G | Cub Cadet HDS 2135 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Open | Open operator station | — |
Category context
Both models against the field
Engine Power
median 18 hpA · 16th percentile (12 hp)B · 20th percentile (12.5 hp)
Engine Displacement
median 41.1 ciA · 19th percentile (28.4 ci)B · 15th percentile (24.3 ci)
Cylinders
median 2A · 17th percentile (1)B · 17th percentile (1)
Operating Weight
median 738 lbA · 10th percentile (463 lb)B · 30th percentile (562 lb)
Length
median 71.7 inA · 38th percentile (68.9 in)B · 50th percentile (71.7 in)
A · 3212GB · HDS 2135Median Lawn and Garden Tractor