Cub Cadet 1000 vs Wheel Horse 1056

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1000

Cub Cadet 1000

10 HP · 1974–1980

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Wheel Horse 1056

Wheel Horse 1056

10 HP · 1966

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1000 and the Wheel Horse 1056 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 1000 is the more recent model: production started in 1974, versus 1966 for the Wheel Horse 1056.
  • The Cub Cadet 1000 is heavier: 285 kg versus 226 kg for the Wheel Horse 1056.
  • The Wheel Horse 1056 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1000Wheel Horse 1056
Power10 HP10 HP
Production years1974–19801966
FuelGasoline
Cylinders1
Weight285 kg226 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 13 / 1
Wheelbase111 cm
Length175 cm165 cm
Mower deck38"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the Wheel Horse 1056?

The Cub Cadet 1000 and the Wheel Horse 1056 deliver the same power: 10 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the Wheel Horse 1056?

The Cub Cadet 1000 is the more recent model: production started in 1974, versus 1966 for the Wheel Horse 1056.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the Wheel Horse 1056?

The Cub Cadet 1000 is heavier: 285 kg versus 226 kg for the Wheel Horse 1056.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the Wheel Horse 1056?

The Wheel Horse 1056 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

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