Cub Cadet 2185 vs Simplicity 6218

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 2185

Cub Cadet 2185

18 HP · 1994–1999

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Simplicity 6218

Simplicity 6218

18 HP · 1981–1983

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 2185 and the Simplicity 6218 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 2185 is the more recent model: production started in 1994, versus 1981 for the Simplicity 6218.
  • The Cub Cadet 2185 is heavier: 310 kg versus 219 kg for the Simplicity 6218.
  • The Cub Cadet 2185 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 2185Simplicity 6218
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1994–19991981–1983
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders—2
Weight310 kg219 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)—3 / 1
Wheelbase119 cm122 cm
Length182 cm170 cm
Mower deck46"42"

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