Cub Cadet 1806 vs Wheel Horse 718-Z

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1806

Cub Cadet 1806

18 HP · 1987–1989

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Wheel Horse 718-Z

Wheel Horse 718-Z

18 HP · 1986–1987

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1806 and the Wheel Horse 718-Z deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 1806 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1986 for the Wheel Horse 718-Z.
  • The Wheel Horse 718-Z has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1806Wheel Horse 718-Z
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1987–19891986–1987
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight453 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 2
Wheelbase111 cm106 cm
Length182 cm182 cm
Mower deck38"50"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1806 or the Wheel Horse 718-Z?

The Cub Cadet 1806 and the Wheel Horse 718-Z deliver the same power: 18 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1806 or the Wheel Horse 718-Z?

The Cub Cadet 1806 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1986 for the Wheel Horse 718-Z.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1806 or the Wheel Horse 718-Z?

The Wheel Horse 718-Z has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 38".

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