Cub Cadet 1806 vs John Deere SST18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1806 and the John Deere SST18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere SST18 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1987 for the Cub Cadet 1806.
- The John Deere SST18 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1806 | John Deere SST18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1989 | 2000–2003 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 298 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 125 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 190 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1806 or the John Deere SST18?
The Cub Cadet 1806 and the John Deere SST18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1806 or the John Deere SST18?
The John Deere SST18 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1987 for the Cub Cadet 1806.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1806 or the John Deere SST18?
The John Deere SST18 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".