Cub Cadet 1106 vs Ford R-8
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1106 and the Ford R-8 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1106 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1984 for the Ford R-8.
- The Cub Cadet 1106 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1106 | Ford R-8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1989 | 1984–1993 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | — | 196 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 111 cm |
| Length | — | 158 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1106 or the Ford R-8?
The Cub Cadet 1106 and the Ford R-8 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1106 or the Ford R-8?
The Cub Cadet 1106 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1984 for the Ford R-8.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1106 or the Ford R-8?
The Cub Cadet 1106 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".

