The Cub Cadet 1208 tractor is 68 in long, 36 in wide, and 42 in tall, with a 44 in wheelbase.
Length68 in (5 ft 8 in) / 1,727.2 mm
Width36 in (3 ft 0 in) / 914.4 mm
Height42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 mm
Wheelbase44 in (3 ft 8 in) / 1,117.6 mm
Cub Cadet 1208 Dimensions
Overall length
68 in (5 ft 8 in) / 1,727.2 mm
Overall width
36 in (3 ft 0 in) / 914.4 mm
Overall height
42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 mm
Wheelbase
44 in (3 ft 8 in) / 1,117.6 mm
Front tread width
42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 mm
Rear tread width
48 in (4 ft 0 in) / 1,219.2 mm
Tractor Size Comparison Chart
Overall length comparison
This model
68 in
Average
105 in
Low
70 in
High
140 in
Overall width comparison
This model
36 in
Average
48 in
Low
34 in
High
66 in
Overall height comparison
This model
42 in
Average
68 in
Low
42 in
High
94 in
Wheelbase comparison
This model
44 in
Average
58 in
Low
42 in
High
74 in
Cub Cadet 1208 Extra Dimension Notes
Size class note
The Cub Cadet 1208 size data makes the most sense when viewed as a small compact tractor. It is sized more for acreage, yard work, loader jobs and tight property access than large field work.
Storage fit note
For shed fit, the Cub Cadet 1208 is not oversized. With length 68 in (5 ft 8 in) / 1,727.2 mm, width 36 in (3 ft 0 in) / 914.4 mm, and height 42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 mm, a good garage, carport or compact shed may be workable.
Fitment note
The Cub Cadet 1208 size numbers are length at 68 in (5 ft 8 in) / 1,727.2 mm, width at 36 in (3 ft 0 in) / 914.4 mm, and height at 42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 mm. Use those before assuming it will fit into an existing bay or shed.
Wheelbase note
The Cub Cadet 1208 wheelbase spec is 44 in (3 ft 8 in) / 1,117.6 mm, which gives better size context than length alone.
Tread width note
The Cub Cadet 1208 wheel-tread numbers are 42 in (3 ft 6 in) / 1,066.8 mm at the front and 48 in (4 ft 0 in) / 1,219.2 mm at the rear. They add detail to the basic width spec.
Storage Tips
For the Cub Cadet 1208, small-shed storage is realistic if the opening has usable margin, not just a perfect-on-paper fit.
If the tractor is stored with a loader or rear implement, add more bay depth than the bare length suggests.
For small compact storage, height and attachment length are usually the traps.
Wheelbase is 44 in, so leave room to line it up cleanly rather than forcing it through a tight angle.
Storage FAQ
What size garage will fit the tractor?
For the Cub Cadet 1208, the listed storage problem is simple: 42 in height, 36 in width and 68 in length all have to clear. The sensible garage/shed target is 7 ft high, 8 ft wide, and 15 ft deep.
What size door should I check?
For this storage class, the safer number is 7 ft high, 8 ft wide, 15 ft deep. That keeps the doorway and bay ahead of the tractor’s actual 42 in height, 36 in width and 68 in length.
Do attachments change the storage size?
Yes. The published 68 in length is useful for the bare tractor, but the real storage number is the longest point from front attachment to rear attachment.
How much maneuvering room should I allow?
Use the 44 in wheelbase as the handling clue. If the approach is angled, a 8 ft door may still feel tight, so leave about 12 ft to straighten up.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Tractor dimensions can change by year, tire setup, cab/ROPS setup, attachments and market. Please check the operator manual, build sheet and official cubcadet.com website for official information.
