Cub Cadet 805 vs Simplicity 4208
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 805 and the Simplicity 4208 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 805 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1979 for the Simplicity 4208.
- The Cub Cadet 805 is heavier: 214 kg versus 140 kg for the Simplicity 4208.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 805 | Simplicity 4208 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1979–1986 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 214 kg | 140 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 173 cm | 165 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |
| Mower deck | 36" | 36" |