Cub Cadet 1860 vs John Deere 318

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1860

Cub Cadet 1860

18 HP · 1990–1991

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John Deere 318

John Deere 318

18 HP · 1983–1992

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1860 and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 1860 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1860John Deere 318
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1990–19911983–1992
FuelGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight306 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Rear lift capacity290 kg
Wheelbase116 cm116 cm
Length173 cm
Mower deck38"38"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1860 or the John Deere 318?

The Cub Cadet 1860 and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1860 or the John Deere 318?

The Cub Cadet 1860 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.

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