Cub Cadet 2186 vs Simplicity 6218

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 2186

Cub Cadet 2186

18 HP · 2000–2003

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Simplicity 6218

Simplicity 6218

18 HP · 1981–1983

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 2186 and the Simplicity 6218 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 2186 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1981 for the Simplicity 6218.
  • The Cub Cadet 2186 is heavier: 362 kg versus 219 kg for the Simplicity 6218.
  • The Cub Cadet 2186 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 2186Simplicity 6218
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years2000–20031981–1983
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders—2
Weight362 kg219 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Gears (fwd/rev)—3 / 1
Wheelbase119 cm122 cm
Length182 cm170 cm
Mower deck44"42"

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