Cub Cadet 127
The Cub Cadet 127 is a tractor produced by Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 476 cc 29.07 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 650 lbs 294 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2 gal
7.6 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
650 lbs
294 kg
Overview
![]() | 1969 - 1971
1X6/1X7 SeriesGarden tractor
1X6/1X7 Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cub Cadet (a part of International Harvester) |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Louisville, Kentucky, USA | |
Cub Cadet 127 Engine | |
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12HP Kohler 476cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2 gal
7.6 L |
Engine details ... | |
Cub Cadet 127 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Mechanical disc brakes | |
Open operator station with padded seat. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | Cub Cadet three-point OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Clutch | mechanical dry disc |
Front PTO Type | 3600 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 43 inches
109 cm |
Weight | 650 lbs
294 kg |
Front tire | 4.80/4.00-8 |
Rear tire | 23x8.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | generator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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International Cub Cadet Tractors | |
Operator's Manual 73, 106, 107, 126, 127, and 147 (1 082 899 R1) published in 1969 | |
Operator's Manual 73, 106, 107, 126, 127, and 147 (1 082 899 R2) published in 1972 | |
Spring 1971 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester |
Engine
Engine Detail — 476 cc / 29.07 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler K301A |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 476 cc
29.07 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.385x3.25 inches
86 x 83 mm |
Power | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Compression | 6:1 |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Idle RPM | 1000-3800 |
Torque | 19.6 lb-ft
26.6 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug | Champion H-10 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.025 inches
0.635 mm |
Point gap | 0.020 inches
0.508 mm |
Intake valve clearance | 0.010 inches (cold)
0.254 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.020 inches (cold)
0.508 mm |
Oil capacity | 1.5 qts
1.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 7 qts
6.6 L |
Oil type | IH Hy-Tran |
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IH Hy-Tran |
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127 Transmission Controls | |
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1 | Brake |
2 | Forward/reverse |
3 | Throttle |
Dimensions
Cub Cadet 127 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 4.80/4.00-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x8.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 43 inches
109 cm |
Length | 64 inches
162 cm |
Width | 36 inches
91 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 39.75 inches
100 cm |
Shipping weight | 650 lbs
294 kg |
Ground clearance | 6 inches
15 cm |
Front axle | Cast-iron |
Flange rear axle | |
Front tread | 27 inches
68 cm |
Rear tread | 27 inches
68 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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38" mid-mount mower deck | |
42" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Front-end loader | |
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments. |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 127.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.2 hrs
Approximately 3.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2 gal / 7.6 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 127 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors Cub Cadet 127.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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