Cub Cadet 1238
The Cub Cadet 1238 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 348 lbs 157 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1 gal
3.8 L
Transmission
8 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
348 lbs
157 kg
Overview
 | 1992 - 1993
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of MTD) |
Riding lawn mower | |
Cub Cadet 1238 Engine | |
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12HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1 gal
3.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Cub Cadet 1238 Transmission | |
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8-speed CVT | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Weight | 348 lbs
157 kg |
Front tire | 12x5-4 |
Rear tire | 16x6.5-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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1992 Product Line published by Cub Cadet | |
Cub Cadet Riding Mowers published in 1992 |
Engine
Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Power (gross) | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven CVT
Type | belt-driven CVT |
Gears | 8 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Cub Cadet 1238 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 12x5-4 |
Lawn/turf rear | 16x6.5-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Length | 58 inches
147 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 43 inches
109 cm |
Weight | 348 lbs
157 kg |
Attachments
38" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Cub Cadet |
2-blade | |
Cutting width | 38 inches
96 cm |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 1238.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.6 hrs
Approximately 1.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1 gal / 3.8 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.6 gal/hr (2.4 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 1238 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 1238.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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