Cub Cadet 1220 vs Cub Cadet 1250
Verdict: Cub Cadet 1220 vs Cub Cadet 1250
The Cub Cadet 1220 and the Cub Cadet 1250 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 12 hp. Cub Cadet 1220 is the lighter machine (229 kg vs 303 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Cub Cadet 1220 holds more fuel (13.2 L vs 7.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Cub Cadet 1220 is the newer design (1987 vs 1974). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.