Cub Cadet 1180 vs Simplicity 6218

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1180

Cub Cadet 1180

18 HP · 2000–2002

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Simplicity 6218

Simplicity 6218

18 HP · 1981–1983

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1180 and the Simplicity 6218 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 1180 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1981 for the Simplicity 6218.
  • The Cub Cadet 1180 is heavier: 226 kg versus 219 kg for the Simplicity 6218.
  • The Cub Cadet 1180 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1180Simplicity 6218
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years2000–20021981–1983
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight226 kg219 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionCVTGear
Gears (fwd/rev)—3 / 1
Wheelbase—122 cm
Length—170 cm
Mower deck46"42"

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