Bolens 829 vs Cub Cadet 81
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 829 and the Cub Cadet 81 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 81 is the more recent model: production started in 1977, versus 1974 for the Bolens 829.
- The Cub Cadet 81 is heavier: 190 kg versus 165 kg for the Bolens 829.
- The Cub Cadet 81 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 829 | Cub Cadet 81 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1974–1978 | 1977–1979 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 165 kg | 190 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | 109 cm |
| Length | 154 cm | 154 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | 36" |