Cub Cadet lawn tractors
Cub Cadet 123
The Cub Cadet 123 is a garden tractor produced from 1966 to 1967 by Cub Cadet, a part of International Harvester. It features a 12 hp Kohler K301AS 476cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission by Sunstrand with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive with manual steering and drum brakes. The tractor was built in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. It has a wheelbase of 43 inches, weighs 650 lbs, and uses lawn/turf tires sized 4.80x4.00-8 front and 23x8.50-12 rear. The tractor includes an independent front PTO with mechanical clutch and an optional sleeve hitch. Attachments available include 38", 42", and 48" mid-mount mower decks, a 42" front blade, and a 36" snow blower. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground and generator charging.
Power12 hp
Founded38/42/48" deck
Model123
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cub Cadet 123
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kohler K301AS |
| Power | 12 hp (8.9 kW) |
| Cooling | air-cooled |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.385x3.25 inches (86 x 83 mm) |
| Displacement | 476 cc (29.07 ci) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Compression ratio | 6:1 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 2 gal (7.6 L) |
Overview
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Drum brakes |
| Series | 1X2/1X3 Series |
| Built in | Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
| Production years | 1966 - 1967 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging system | generator |
Attachments
| Note | Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. |
|---|---|
| 42" Blade | front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm), 16 inches height (40 cm), manual-lift, manual-angle |
| 36" Snow blower | 36 inches width (91 cm), front-mount, manual-lift |
| 38" mid-mount mower deck | 38 inches (96 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, Cut height: 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm) |
| 42" mid-mount mower deck | 42 inches (106 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, Cut height: 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm) |
| 48" mid-mount mower deck | 48 inches (121 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, Cut height: 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Oil type | IH HY-Tran |
| Manufacturer | Sunstrand |
| Oil capacity | 7 qts (6.6 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Type | sleeve hitch (Optional) |
|---|
Serial Numbers
| 1966 | U157490 |
|---|---|
| 1967 | U180268 |
| Final | U218009 |
| Location | Serial number plate on the rear of the tractor. |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 33.3 inches (84 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 63 inches (160 cm) |
| Weight | 650 lbs (294 kg) |
| Rear tire | 23x8.50-12 |
| Wheelbase | 43 inches (109 cm) |
| Front axle | Cast-iron |
| Front tire | 4.80x4.00-8 |
| Rear tread | 27 inches (68 cm) |
| Front tread | 27 inches (68 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 6 inches (15 cm) |
| Additional front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
| Height (steering wheel) | 40 inches (101 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | mechanical |
|---|---|
| Front PTO | independent |