Cub Cadet 55 vs Simplicity 3005 Wonder Boy

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 55

Cub Cadet 55

5 HP · 1971–1983

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Simplicity 3005 Wonder Boy

Simplicity 3005 Wonder Boy

5 HP · 1975–1978

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 55 and the Simplicity 3005 Wonder Boy deliver the same power: 5 HP.
  • The Simplicity 3005 Wonder Boy is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1971 for the Cub Cadet 55.
  • The Cub Cadet 55 is heavier: 154 kg versus 121 kg for the Simplicity 3005 Wonder Boy.
  • The Cub Cadet 55 has the wider mower deck: 28" versus 26".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 55Simplicity 3005 Wonder Boy
Power5 HP5 HP
Production years1971–19831975–1978
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight154 kg121 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 12 / 1
Wheelbase88 cm105 cm
Length142 cm147 cm
Mower deck28"26"

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