Cub Cadet 2518 vs Simplicity Axion 20/42

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 2518

Cub Cadet 2518

20 HP · 2002–2003

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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 2518 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 2002 for the Cub Cadet 2518.
  • The Cub Cadet 2518 is heavier: 236 kg versus 226 kg for the Simplicity Axion 20/42.
  • The Cub Cadet 2518 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 2518Simplicity Axion 20/42
Power20 HP20 HP
Production years2002–20032007–2009
FuelElectricElectric
Cylinders—1
Weight236 kg226 kg
Drive2WD—
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Wheelbase119 cm—
Length182 cm154 cm
Mower deck44"42"

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