Brand siblingLawn and GardenPerformance profile
Cub Cadet 123
The Cub Cadet 123 is a compact lawn and garden tractor built from 1966 to 1967. It's perfect for small yards and light gardening tasks. This tractor has a 2-wheel drive system and manual steering, making it easy to maneuver around obstacles. It uses a special transmission that lets you change speeds smoothly without shifting gears. Under the hood, the Cub Cadet 123 has a single-cylinder Kohler K301AS engine. This air-cooled gasoline engine is small but mighty, producing 12 horsepower. It has average power for its size and runs at a very high speed of 3600 rpm. The tractor is quite heavy for its class, weighing 824.5 pounds. It has lawn tires on both front and back, perfect for driving on grass without damaging it. The tractor measures 63 inches long, 33.1 inches wide, and 39.8 inches tall. It comes with useful features like an electric starter, drum brakes, and a hitch for attaching tools.
ManufacturerCub CadetPower12 hpEngine1-cylTransShaft-driven hydrostatic
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Quick specs
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine Power Output
- 12hp
- Operating Weight
- 824.5 lb
- Transmission
- Shaft-driven hydrostatic
At a glance
How the 123 compares
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Lawn and Garden tractors
12 hp · 16th
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The 123 ranks at the 16th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Cub Cadet 123
The Cub Cadet 123 is a compact lawn and garden tractor built from 1966 to 1967. It's perfect for small yards and light gardening tasks. This tractor has a 2-wheel drive system and manual steering, making it easy to maneuver around obstacles. It uses a special transmission that lets you change speeds smoothly without shifting gears. Under the hood, the Cub Cadet 123 has a single-cylinder Kohler K301AS engine. This air-cooled gasoline engine is small but mighty, producing 12 horsepower. It has average power for its size and runs at a very high speed of 3600 rpm. The tractor is quite heavy for its class, weighing 824.5 pounds. It has lawn tires on both front and back, perfect for driving on grass without damaging it. The tractor measures 63 inches long, 33.1 inches wide, and 39.8 inches tall. It comes with useful features like an electric starter, drum brakes, and a hitch for attaching tools.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet |
|---|---|
| Model | 123 |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1966–1967 |
| Operating weight | 824.5lb |
Engine
| Make | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | K301AS |
| Power | 12hp |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Displacement | 29ci |
| Bore | 3.37in |
| Stroke | 3.25in |
Transmission
| Type | Shaft-driven hydrostatic |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Brakes | Drum |
| Cab | Open Operator Station |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Independent with mechanical clutch |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 63in |
|---|---|
| Width | 33.1in |
| Height | 39.8in |
| Operating weight | 824.5lb |
Head to head
123 vs. Lawn and Garden median
How the Cub Cadet 123 compares to other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 12 hp | 18 hp | -33% | 16th |
| Engine Displacement | 29 ci | 41.1 ci | -29% | 23rd |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 | -50% | 17th |
| Operating Weight | 825 lb | 738 lb | +12% | 55th |
| Length | 63 in | 71.7 in | -12% | 6th |
| Width | 33.1 in | 43.3 in | -24% | 6th |
| Height | 39.8 in | 42.9 in | -7% | 13th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 269–380 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Cub Cadet tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cub Cadet 1200 | 12 hp | 648 lb | 1974–1980 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet 1210 | 12 hp | 586 lb | 1985–1989 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet 122 | 12 hp | 798 lb | 1965–1967 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet 124 | 12 hp | 628.3 lb | 1967–1969 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet 1250 | 12 hp | — | 1974–1980 | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolens 3212G | 12 hp | 463 lb | 1987–1992 | Compare → |
| Bolens 3212H ST120 | 12 hp | 463 lb | 1988–1992 | Compare → |
| Fendt Dieselross F12 | 12 hp | 2,535 lb | — | Compare → |
| Gibson Super D2 | 12 hp | 1,375 lb | — | Compare → |
| Gravely 812 | 12 hp | 900 lb | 1973–1978 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Cub Cadet 123 manufactured?
Production of the Cub Cadet 123 ran from 1966 through 1967.
What type of transmission does the Cub Cadet 123 have?
The Cub Cadet 123 uses a Shaft-driven hydrostatic transmission.
How powerful is the Cub Cadet 123?
The Cub Cadet 123 has an engine power output of 12 hp. It is powered by a 1-cylinder engine displacing 29 ci.
What is the working weight of the Cub Cadet 123?
The operating weight of the Cub Cadet 123 is approximately 824.5 lb.
What routine service does the Cub Cadet 123 need?
Regular maintenance for the Cub Cadet 123 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.