Cub Cadet Model 128 and 129 ???????

lhutchison · Feb 14, 2011

Hi-- I have a CC 128 gear drive and a CC 129 Hydro drive. I cut grass/ pull trailer
/plow a garden. I do not tractor pull.

What is prefereed/ better -- hydro or gear drive?

Both are in good shape.

I need to keep only one of the 2.......

Thanks.

dtanner · Feb 14, 2011

Leslie Thomas Hutchison

You should post this question on the main form page,You are asking questions about pre 81 Cub Cadets and this is the area for after 1981.

Gear drivers a better for pulling a plow in soil.

Hydro give much better control over speed and power for snow blowers and other attachments. I would say a hydro is best for your needs,but I`am sure some gear drives guys would diagree.

thoffman · Feb 14, 2011

Oh Leslie, Leslie, Leslie, You have "reopened" the can of worms. Keep 'em both and always be happy!

dross · Feb 14, 2011

It's a personal decision. Both will do what you want, If both are in similar shape thier probably worth about the same. I'd be with Tom (keep them both, but that wasn't an option)

wshytle · Feb 14, 2011

Leslie-

The hydro will make for happier mowing with the quick forward and reverse and no foot pedaling. The 129 was one of the most popular models for mowing among past owners. I believe I heard with the 44" deck but several models work on it. The 128 would be the best choice for gardening especially if it has a creeper gear. I've heard it handles the rear tiller better and I personally think gears are better for pulling plows.

I've never heard of anyone just needing one. I'd keep them both even if you have to leave one outside (covered, of course).

My .02 worth...

If you post this in the main forum you should get a lot more response.

proessler · Feb 15, 2011

Bought a new 128 in '73 when I was working at an IH dealer, was great start for the love of Cub Cadets. But then traded for a new 1450 in '78 to keep up with mowing a dozen yards in the Mad City for extra income. And more Man Toys...Now I have 582 & 782 to rebuild and I am always lookin' for more. Keep BOTH!!