Ariens lawn tractors RM728 vs Cub Cadet 70

Side-by-side specs comparison

Ariens lawn tractors RM728

Ariens lawn tractors RM728

7 HP · 1978–1980

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Cub Cadet 70

Cub Cadet 70

7 HP · 1963–1965

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Ariens lawn tractors RM728 and the Cub Cadet 70 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
  • The Ariens lawn tractors RM728 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1963 for the Cub Cadet 70.
  • The Cub Cadet 70 is heavier: 254 kg versus 170 kg for the Ariens lawn tractors RM728.
  • The Cub Cadet 70 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 28".

Full specs comparison

Ariens lawn tractors RM728Cub Cadet 70
Power7 HP7 HP
Production years1978–19801963–1965
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight170 kg254 kg
Drive2WD2WD
Transmission—Gear
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 13 / 1
Wheelbase115 cm109 cm
Length158 cm160 cm
Mower deck28"38"

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