Club Car Pioneer 1200 Golf Cart Specs (2004)

The Club Car Pioneer 1200 Golf Cart (2004) combines above-average engine rated power at 13 hp (9.69 kW) with typical power at 12.9 hp (9.6 kW). The listed dry weight with all-terrain tires is 1106 lb. (501.7 kg).
Specification profile

Golf Cart • 2004

Dry Weight With All-terrain Tires: 1106 lb. (501.7 kg)Dry Weight With Turf Tread: 1052 lb. (477.2 kg)Gross Laden Weight: 2,381 lb (1,080 kg)Maximum Tongue Weight: 150 lb (68 kg)
1106 lb. (501.7 kg)Dry Weight With All-terrain Tires
1052 lb. (477.2 kg)Dry Weight With Turf Tread
2,381 lb (1,080 kg)Gross Laden Weight
150 lb (68 kg)Maximum Tongue Weight
1,202 lb (545 kg)Unladen Weight
13 hp (9.69 kW)Engine Rated Power
12.9 hp (9.6 kW)Power
800 lb. (363 kg), level surface onlyBed Load Capacity
How it compares

Low, average or high?

Power

Average

12.9 hp (9.6 kW)
Low 10.7 hp (8 kW)Typical 13 hp (9.66 kW)High 12.9 hp (9.6 kW)

Power is close to the typical figure.

Engine Rated Power

Above average

13 hp (9.69 kW)
Low 9 hp (6.71 kW)Typical 11.2 hp (8.35 kW)High 13 hp (9.69 kW)

Engine Rated Power is above the typical figure.

Vehicle Rated Capacity

Average

1200 lb. (544 kg), level surface only
Low 800 lb (363 kg)Typical 1,144 lb (519 kg)High 1,600 lb (726 kg)

Vehicle Rated Capacity is close to the typical figure.

Bed Load Capacity

High

800 lb. (363 kg), level surface only
Low 250 lb (113 kg)Typical 508 lb (230 kg)High 800 lb (363 kg)

Bed Load Capacity is well above the typical figure.

Turning Radius

Average

139.6 in. (355 cm)
Low 101 in (257 cm)Typical 143 in (363 cm)High 204 in (518 cm)

Turning Radius is close to the typical figure.

Displacement

Below average

24.4 cu in (400 cc)
Low 21.4 cu in (351 cc)Typical 28 cu in (458 cc)High 43.9 cu in (719 cc)

Displacement is below the typical figure.

Visual overview

Key measurements

Overall size

The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.

Overall Length123.4 in. (313.4 cm)
Overall Width54 in. (137 cm)
Overall Height51 in. (130 cm)

Measurements

Related measurements grouped for faster scanning.

Wheelbase80 in. (203 cm)
Rear Wheel Tread44.5 in. (111 cm)
Front Wheel Tread43 in. (109 cm)
Seat Height35 in. (89 cm)
Load Bed Height31.1 in. (79 cm)
Floorboard Height17 in. (43 cm)

Working dimensions

Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.

Turning Radius139.6 in. (355 cm)
Intersecting Aisle Clearance112.2 in. (285 cm)
Ground Clearance Under Foot Platform11.4 in. (29 cm)
Ground Clearance Under Differential6.6 in. (17 cm)

Capacity

Published capacity figures shown together for quick comparison.

Vehicle Rated Capacity1200 lb. (544 kg), level surface only
Bed Load Capacity800 lb. (363 kg), level surface only
Overview

Model information

Manufacturer Club Car
Model Pioneer 1200
Category Golf Cart
Model year / production 2004
Full specifications

Technical details

Performance

Forward Speed17-19 mph (27-31 km/h)
Torque ConverterAutomatic, variable-speed, dry type
Governed RPM3850 (±30) RPM
Power12.9 hp (9.6 kW)
Supporting Force On Tow Hook667 N
Engine Rated Power13 hp (9.69 kW)
All-terrain Tire PressureFront: 7-11 psi (.48-.76 Bars); Rear: 14-18 psi (.97-1.24 Bars)
Turf Tire PressureFront: 12-16 psi (.83-1.10 Bars); Rear: 6-20 psi (1.10-1.38 Bars)
Traks Max II Tire PressureFront: 14-16 psi (.97-1.10 Bars); Rear: 8-20 psi (1.24-1.38 Bars)

Dimensions

Overall Length123.4 in. (313.4 cm)
Overall Width54 in. (137 cm)
Wheelbase80 in. (203 cm)
Turning Radius139.6 in. (355 cm)
Curb Clearance Circle24 ft. 1 in. (734 cm)
Overall Height51 in. (130 cm)
Intersecting Aisle Clearance112.2 in. (285 cm)
Floorboard Height17 in. (43 cm)
Load Bed Height31.1 in. (79 cm)
Seat Height35 in. (89 cm)
Ground Clearance Under Differential6.6 in. (17 cm)
Ground Clearance Under Foot Platform11.4 in. (29 cm)

Capacity & weight

Fuel SystemSide-draft carburetor with float bowl, fixed jets, fuel filters, and impulse fuel pump
Fuel Tank Capacity7 gallons (26.5 liters)
Seating Capacity2
Vehicle Rated Capacity1200 lb. (544 kg), level surface only
Bed Load Capacity800 lb. (363 kg), level surface only
Unladen Weight1,202 lb (545 kg)
Maximum Distributed Load794 lb (360 kg)
Maximum Trailer Load794 lb (360 kg)
Maximum Tongue Weight150 lb (68 kg)
Dry Weight With Turf Tread1052 lb. (477.2 kg)
Dry Weight With All-terrain Tires1106 lb. (501.7 kg)
Engine Oil Capacity Without Filter32 oz. (.95 liters)
Engine Oil Capacity With Filter38 oz. (1.12 liters)
Master Cylinder Capacity8 oz. (240 ml)
Transaxle Capacity29 oz. (.85 liters)
Gross Laden Weight2,381 lb (1,080 kg)

Engine & drivetrain

Displacement24.4 cu in (400 cc)
DrivetrainUnitized transaxle, MC012C-AS00, fully synchronized forward and reverse with neutral
Engine4-cycle OHV, 400 cc, 13 hp rated, single-cylinder, air-cooled, with pressure lubrication system

Setup & fitment

Tires23 x 10.50 – 12 tubeless, 4 ply rated load range, front and rear

Other specifications

IgnitionTransistor electronic ignition with electronic RPM limiter
BrakesHydraulic brake system with self-adjusting drum brakes on each wheel and separate hand-operated park brake
Front SuspensionIndependent A-arms with coil-over shocks
Rear SuspensionSemi-independent suspension with multi-leaf springs and dual hydraulic shocks
Electrical System12 volt, 500 cca at 0 °F (-17.8 °C), 650 at 32 °F (0 °C), 105-minute reserve capacity, 35-amp charging capacity
Frame/chassisTwin I-Beam welded aluminum
Front Wheel Tread43 in. (109 cm)
Rear Wheel Tread44.5 in. (111 cm)
Battery Type12-volt, low-maintenance battery
GovernorAutomatic ground-speed sensing, internally geared in unitized transaxle
Flat Bed Dimensions46.9 x 48.3 in. (119 x 123 cm)
Voltage12 V
Operator and Passenger Allowance397 lb (180 kg)
Drawbar Pull3500 N
Box Bed Inside Dimensions48.0 x 49.8 x 10.9 in. (121.4 x 126.4 x 27.6 cm); 15.3 cubic feet
Body ConstructionAll-aluminum side and rear body with powder-coated steel box bed; ABS/DR acrylic front cap
Differential LockIncluded
Vehicle TypePioneer 1200
Forward Ratio14.9:1
Reverse Ratio20.5:1
Year of Manufacture2004.0
Charging RequirementAutomotive-type 12-volt charger rated at 10 amps or less

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