Cub Cadet 85 vs Simplicity 3008 Grabber

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 85

Cub Cadet 85

8 HP · 1975–1985

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Simplicity 3008 Grabber

Simplicity 3008 Grabber

8 HP · 1974–1977

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 85 and the Simplicity 3008 Grabber deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 85 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Simplicity 3008 Grabber.
  • The Cub Cadet 85 is heavier: 167 kg versus 130 kg for the Simplicity 3008 Grabber.
  • The Cub Cadet 85 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 85Simplicity 3008 Grabber
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1975–19851974–1977
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight167 kg130 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 12 / 1
Wheelbase88 cm114 cm
Length142 cm156 cm
Mower deck32"30"

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