Cub Cadet 3185 vs Simplicity 6218

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 3185

Cub Cadet 3185

18 HP · 1998

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Simplicity 6218

Simplicity 6218

18 HP · 1981–1983

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 3185 and the Simplicity 6218 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 3185 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1981 for the Simplicity 6218.
  • The Cub Cadet 3185 is heavier: 317 kg versus 219 kg for the Simplicity 6218.
  • The Cub Cadet 3185 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 3185Simplicity 6218
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years19981981–1983
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight317 kg219 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)—3 / 1
Wheelbase125 cm122 cm
Length183 cm170 cm
Mower deck48"42"

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