Cub Cadet lawn tractors
Cub Cadet 1208
The Cub Cadet 1208 is a riding lawn mower produced from 1990 to 1991 by Cub Cadet, a part of MTD. It features a 12 hp Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start, an 8-speed belt-driven CVT transmission, and two-wheel drive with manual steering and disc brakes. The mower has a mid PTO with manual clutch and an open operator station. It weighs 394 lbs (178 kg) and rides on 12x5 front and 16x6.5-8 rear lawn/turf tires. The front axle is cast-iron with a 0.75 inch diameter. Electrical system includes a negative ground, flywheel alternator charging, 125 CCA battery at 12 volts. Attachments include a 38 inch (96 cm) mid-mount mower deck with 2 blades.
Power12 hp
Founded38" deck
Model1208
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 1208
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Briggs & Stratton 281707 |
| Power | 12 hp (8.9 kW) |
| Cooling | air-cooled vertical-shaft |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.4375x3.0625 inches (87 x 78 mm) |
| Displacement | 465 cc (28.4 ci) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 125 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Disc brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Riding lawn mower |
|---|---|
| Years made | 1990 - 1991 |
Attachments
| 38" mid-mount mower deck | 38 inches (96 cm) cutting width, 2-blade, mid-mount Cub Cadet |
|---|
Transmission
| Type | belt-driven CVT |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 1 reverse |
Serial Numbers
| 1990 | 130-552F100 |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 131-552F100 |
Dimensions & Tires
| Weight | 394 lbs (178 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear tire | 16x6.5-8 |
| Front axle | Cast-iron: 0.75 inch diameter (19 mm) |
| Front tire | 12x5 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Type | independent |
|---|---|
| Clutch | manual |
| Location | Mid PTO |