Cub Cadet 365L vs John Deere 318
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 365L and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 365L is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.
- The Cub Cadet 365L has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 365L | John Deere 318 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2001 | 1983–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 290 kg |
| Wheelbase | — | 116 cm |
| Length | — | 173 cm |
| Mower deck | 54" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 365L or the John Deere 318?
The Cub Cadet 365L and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 365L or the John Deere 318?
The Cub Cadet 365L is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 365L or the John Deere 318?
The Cub Cadet 365L has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 38".

