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Cub CadetModel A
Cub Cadet 123
Lawn and Garden
- power
- 12 hp
- displacement
- 29 ci
- Cylinders
- 1
- Forward gears
- Not recorded
Head to head · Lawn and Garden
Cub Cadet 123 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
Cub CadetCub Cadet 123
vs
Cub CadetCub Cadet 126
How they compare
Headline specs vs. the whole Lawn and Garden
Engine Power
= Effectively tied12312 hp
12612 hp
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor18 hp
123 is in the 16th percentile; 126 is in the 16th · 380 models
Engine Displacement
= Effectively tied12329 ci
12629 ci
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor41.1 ci
123 is in the 23rd percentile; 126 is in the 23rd · 366 models
Cylinders
= Effectively tied1231
1261
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor2
123 is in the 17th percentile; 126 is in the 17th · 376 models
Operating Weight
▲ 123 higher · +185 lb (+29%)123825 lb
126640 lb
Median Lawn and Garden Tractor738 lb
123 is in the 55th percentile; 126 is in the 41st · 314 models
123 (A)126 (B)Median Lawn and Garden Tractor
Full comparison
Every spec, side by side
General Information
| Spec | Cub Cadet 123 | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet | Cub Cadet | Same |
| Model | 123 | 126 | — |
| Category | Lawn and Garden | Lawn and Garden | Same |
Engine
| Spec | Cub Cadet 123 | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kohler | Kohler | Same |
| Model | K301AS | K301A | — |
| Power Output | 12hp | 12hp | Same |
| Rated RPM | 3,600RPM | 3,600RPM | Same |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 | Same |
| Displacement | 29ci | 29ci | Same |
| Bore | 3.4in | 3.4in | Same |
| Stroke | 3.3in | 3.3in | Same |
Transmission
| Spec | Cub Cadet 123 | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Shaft-driven hydrostatic | Gear type with dry disc clutch | — |
Dimensions & Weight
| Spec | Cub Cadet 123 | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 63in | 63.8in | ▲ 126+0.8 in · +1% |
| Width | 33.1in | 35.8in | ▲ 126+2.7 in · +8% |
| Height | 39.8in | 39.4in | ▲ 123+0.4 in · +1% |
| Operating Weight | 825lb | 640lb | ▲ 123+185 lb · +29% |
Hydraulics
| Spec | Cub Cadet 123 | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Same |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Spec | Cub Cadet 123 | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Independent with mechanical clutch | Transmission with dry disc clutch | — |
| Speed 1 | Not recorded | 3,600rpm | — |
| Speed 2 | Not recorded | 515rpm | — |
Hitch & Towing
| Spec | Cub Cadet 123 | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitch Type | Sleeve Hitch | Three-Point | — |
| Hitch Position | Not recorded | Rear | — |
Chassis & Drive
| Spec | Cub Cadet 123 | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis Type | 4x2 2WD | 4x2 2WD | Same |
| Drive Type | 2WD | 2WD | Same |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual | Same |
| Brake Type | Drum | Dry disc | — |
Electrical
| Spec | Cub Cadet 123 | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Type | Electric | Electric | Same |
Operator Station
| Spec | Cub Cadet 123 | Cub Cadet 126 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Open Operator Station | Open operator station | Same |
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 · 23rd percentile (29 ci)B · 23rd percentile (29 ci)
Cylinders
median 2A · 17th percentile (1)B · 17th percentile (1)
Operating Weight
median 738 lbA · 55th percentile (825 lb)B · 41st percentile (640 lb)
Length
median 71.7 inA · 6th percentile (63 in)B · 8th percentile (63.8 in)
A · 123B · 126Median Lawn and Garden Tractor