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Cub Cadet 126
The Cub Cadet 126 is a compact lawn and garden tractor made from 1969 to 1971. It's great for small yards and gardens. This tractor has a 2WD system with manual steering, making it easy to use in tight spaces. It has a gear-type transmission with 3 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, giving you good control over your speed. The Cub Cadet 126 is powered by a Kohler K301A engine. This engine is air-cooled and runs on gasoline. It has one cylinder and produces 12 horsepower, which is below average for tractors but good for lawn work. The engine's size is also below average, but it can reach very high speeds of 3600 rpm. The tractor weighs 640 pounds, which is about average. It's 63.8 inches long, 35.8 inches wide, and 39.4 inches tall. It has lawn tires and an open operator station for comfort while working. The tractor also has a three-point hitch at the rear and two PTO speeds for using different tools.
ManufacturerCub CadetPower12 hpEngine1-cylTransGear type with dry disc clutch
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Quick specs
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine Power Output
- 12hp
- Operating Weight
- 640 lb
- Transmission
- Gear type with dry disc clutch
At a glance
How the 126 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 126 ranks at the 16th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Cub Cadet 126
The Cub Cadet 126 is a compact lawn and garden tractor made from 1969 to 1971. It's great for small yards and gardens. This tractor has a 2WD system with manual steering, making it easy to use in tight spaces. It has a gear-type transmission with 3 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, giving you good control over your speed. The Cub Cadet 126 is powered by a Kohler K301A engine. This engine is air-cooled and runs on gasoline. It has one cylinder and produces 12 horsepower, which is below average for tractors but good for lawn work. The engine's size is also below average, but it can reach very high speeds of 3600 rpm. The tractor weighs 640 pounds, which is about average. It's 63.8 inches long, 35.8 inches wide, and 39.4 inches tall. It has lawn tires and an open operator station for comfort while working. The tractor also has a three-point hitch at the rear and two PTO speeds for using different tools.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Cub Cadet |
|---|---|
| Model | 126 |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1969–1971 |
| Operating weight | 640lb |
Engine
| Make | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | K301A |
| Power | 12hp |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Displacement | 29ci |
| Bore | 3.37in |
| Stroke | 3.25in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear type with dry disc clutch |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 3 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Brakes | Dry disc |
| Cab | Open operator station |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Transmission with dry disc clutch |
|---|---|
| PTO speed | 3,600rpm |
Dimensions
| Length | 63.8in |
|---|---|
| Width | 35.8in |
| Height | 39.4in |
| Operating weight | 640lb |
Head to head
126 vs. Lawn and Garden median
How the Cub Cadet 126 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 |
| Forward Gears | 3 | 6 | -50% | 10th |
| Operating Weight | 640 lb | 738 lb | -13% | 41st |
| Length | 63.8 in | 71.7 in | -11% | 8th |
| Width | 35.8 in | 43.3 in | -17% | 15th |
| Height | 39.4 in | 42.9 in | -8% | 7th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 152–380 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 123 | 12 hp | 824.5 lb | 1966–1967 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet 124 | 12 hp | 628.3 lb | 1967–1969 | 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 126 manufactured?
Production of the Cub Cadet 126 ran from 1969 through 1971.
What type of transmission does the Cub Cadet 126 have?
The Cub Cadet 126 uses a Gear type with dry disc clutch transmission offering 3 forward gears.
How powerful is the Cub Cadet 126?
The Cub Cadet 126 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 126?
The operating weight of the Cub Cadet 126 is approximately 640 lb.
What routine service does the Cub Cadet 126 need?
Regular maintenance for the Cub Cadet 126 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.