Bolens 830 vs Cub Cadet 85
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 830 and the Cub Cadet 85 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Bolens 830 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1975 for the Cub Cadet 85.
- The Bolens 830 is heavier: 172 kg versus 167 kg for the Cub Cadet 85.
- The Cub Cadet 85 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 830 | Cub Cadet 85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1983 | 1975–1985 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 172 kg | 167 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | 88 cm |
| Length | 152 cm | 142 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 830 or the Cub Cadet 85?
The Bolens 830 and the Cub Cadet 85 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 830 or the Cub Cadet 85?
The Bolens 830 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1975 for the Cub Cadet 85.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 830 or the Cub Cadet 85?
The Bolens 830 is heavier: 172 kg versus 167 kg for the Cub Cadet 85.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 830 or the Cub Cadet 85?
The Cub Cadet 85 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 30".