Cub Cadet 1000 vs Wheel Horse 310-8

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1000

Cub Cadet 1000

10 HP · 1974–1980

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Wheel Horse 310-8

Wheel Horse 310-8

10 HP · 1985–1993

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1000 and the Wheel Horse 310-8 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
  • The Wheel Horse 310-8 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1974 for the Cub Cadet 1000.
  • The Cub Cadet 1000 is heavier: 285 kg versus 239 kg for the Wheel Horse 310-8.
  • The Cub Cadet 1000 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1000Wheel Horse 310-8
Power10 HP10 HP
Production years1974–19801985–1993
Cylinders1
Weight285 kg239 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 16 / 2
Wheelbase111 cm115 cm
Length175 cm165 cm
Mower deck38"36"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the Wheel Horse 310-8?

The Cub Cadet 1000 and the Wheel Horse 310-8 deliver the same power: 10 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the Wheel Horse 310-8?

The Wheel Horse 310-8 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1974 for the Cub Cadet 1000.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the Wheel Horse 310-8?

The Cub Cadet 1000 is heavier: 285 kg versus 239 kg for the Wheel Horse 310-8.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the Wheel Horse 310-8?

The Cub Cadet 1000 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

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