Cub Cadet 2086 vs Simplicity Axion 20/42

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 2086

Cub Cadet 2086

20 HP · 1996–1997

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Simplicity Axion 20/42

Simplicity Axion 20/42

20 HP · 2007–2009

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 2086 and the Simplicity Axion 20/42 deliver the same power: 20 HP.
  • The Simplicity Axion 20/42 is the more recent model: production started in 2007, versus 1996 for the Cub Cadet 2086.
  • The Cub Cadet 2086 is heavier: 516 kg versus 226 kg for the Simplicity Axion 20/42.
  • The Cub Cadet 2086 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 2086Simplicity Axion 20/42
Power20 HP20 HP
Production years1996–19972007–2009
FuelGasolineElectric
Cylinders21
Weight516 kg226 kg
Drive2WD—
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Wheelbase131 cm—
Length199 cm154 cm
Mower deck46"42"

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