Cub Cadet 1000 vs Wheel Horse 210-5

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1000

Cub Cadet 1000

10 HP · 1974–1980

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Wheel Horse 210-5

Wheel Horse 210-5

10 HP · 1990–1992

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1000 and the Wheel Horse 210-5 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
  • The Wheel Horse 210-5 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1974 for the Cub Cadet 1000.
  • The Cub Cadet 1000 is heavier: 285 kg versus 149 kg for the Wheel Horse 210-5.
  • The Cub Cadet 1000 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1000Wheel Horse 210-5
Power10 HP10 HP
Production years1974–19801990–1992
FuelElectric
Cylinders1
Weight285 kg149 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 15 / 1
Wheelbase111 cm113 cm
Length175 cm160 cm
Mower deck38"30"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the Wheel Horse 210-5?

The Cub Cadet 1000 and the Wheel Horse 210-5 deliver the same power: 10 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the Wheel Horse 210-5?

The Wheel Horse 210-5 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1974 for the Cub Cadet 1000.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the Wheel Horse 210-5?

The Cub Cadet 1000 is heavier: 285 kg versus 149 kg for the Wheel Horse 210-5.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the Wheel Horse 210-5?

The Cub Cadet 1000 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".

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