Cub Cadet lawn tractors
Cub Cadet 1204
The Cub Cadet 1204 is a garden tractor produced from 1987 to 1988 by Cub Cadet, a part of MTD. It features a 12 hp Kohler 476cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine with electric start and a 4-speed belt-driven gear transmission. The tractor has two-wheel drive, manual steering, and dual disk brakes with an open operator station. Dimensions include a 44 inch wheelbase, 72 inch length, and 37.75 inch width. Tires are 16x6.50-8 front and 23x10.50-12 rear. Electrical system includes a 12 volt battery with alternator charging at 15 amps. Attachments available include 38" and 44" mid-mount mower decks, front-mount blades (42" and 54"), and a 45" two-stage front-mount snow blower. The serial number is located on the left side of the tractor frame.
Power12 hp
Founded38/44" deck
Model1204
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 1204
Engine
| Type | Kohler 476cc 1-cyl gasoline |
|---|---|
| Power | 12 hp |
| Cooling | air-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Idle RPM | 1800-3600 |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal (15.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.38x3.25 inches (86 x 83 mm) |
| Displacement | 476 cc (29.07 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.025 inches (0.635 mm) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.009 inches (cold) (0.229 mm) |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.018 inches (cold) (0.457 mm) |
Variants
| 1204 | gear-drive |
|---|---|
| 1210 | hydrostatic |
| 1211 | hydro with hydraulic lift |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 15 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Dual disk brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Years | 1987 - 1988 |
|---|---|
| Category | Garden tractor |
Attachments
| 42" Blade | Cub Cadet 190375, front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm) |
|---|---|
| 54" Blade | Cub Cadet 190376, front-mount, 54 inches width (137 cm) |
| 45" Snow blower | Cub Cadet 190450, two-stage, front-mount, 45 inches width (114 cm) |
| 38" mid-mount mower deck | 38 inches (96 cm), manual lift |
| 44" mid-mount mower deck | 44 inches (111 cm), manual lift |
Transmission
| Type | belt-driven gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
| Clutch | spring-loaded dry disc |
| Oil capacity | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
Serial Numbers
| 1987 | 756300 |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 767352 |
| 1989 | 779097 |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 37.75 inches (95 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 72 inches (182 cm) |
| Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
| Wheelbase | 44 inches (111 cm) |
| Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
| Rear tread | 27 inches (68 cm) |
| Front tread | 29 inches (73 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 6 inches (15 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 43 inches (109 cm) |
Serial Number Location
| Location | Left side of tractor frame |
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