Cub Cadet 1860 vs Simplicity 6218

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1860

Cub Cadet 1860

18 HP · 1990–1991

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Simplicity 6218

Simplicity 6218

18 HP · 1981–1983

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1860 and the Simplicity 6218 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 1860 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1981 for the Simplicity 6218.
  • The Cub Cadet 1860 is heavier: 306 kg versus 219 kg for the Simplicity 6218.
  • The Simplicity 6218 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1860Simplicity 6218
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1990–19911981–1983
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight306 kg219 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Gears (fwd/rev)—3 / 1
Wheelbase116 cm122 cm
Length—170 cm
Mower deck38"42"

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