Bolens 8436 vs Cub Cadet 511

Side-by-side specs comparison

Bolens 8436

Bolens 8436

5 HP · 1960–1970

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Cub Cadet 511

Cub Cadet 511

5 HP · 1985

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Bolens 8436 and the Cub Cadet 511 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 511 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1960 for the Bolens 8436.
  • The Bolens 8436 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 26".

Full specs comparison

Bolens 8436Cub Cadet 511
Power5 HP5 HP
Production years1960–19701985
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Drive2WD2WD
Transmission—CVT
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 1—
Length137 cm—
Mower deck36"26"

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