SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet 582 vs Wheel Horse C-160
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet 582 and the Wheel Horse C-160. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet 58211.9 kW (16.0 HP)
Wheel Horse C-16011.9 kW (16.0 HP)
Weight
Cub Cadet 582290.0 kg (639.3 lbs)
Wheel Horse C-160290.0 kg (Gear: 599.7 lbs (272.0 kg) Hydro: 639.3 lbs)
| Specification | Cub Cadet 582 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Wheel Horse C-160 Garden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Lawn Tractor | Lawn Tractor |
| Horsepower | 11.9 kW (16.0 HP) | 11.9 kW (16.0 HP) |
| Weight | 290.0 kg (639.3 lbs) | 290.0 kg (Gear: 599.7 lbs (272.0 kg) Hydro: 639.3 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Gear type with dry disc clutch | Belt-driven hydrostatic |
| Length | 182.0 cm (71.7 in.) | 165.0 cm (65.0 in.) |
| Years Made | 1979-1985 | 1974-1977 |
| Engine Model | Briggs & Stratton 401417 | Kohler K341AS |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled, V-twin | 4-stroke, air-cooled |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Displacement | 655 cc (40.0 cu in.) | 588 cc (35.9 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.71 cm (3.43 in.) | 9.50 cm (3.74 in.) |
| Stroke | 5.51 cm (2.17 in.) | 8.31 cm (3.27 in.) |
| Torque Power | 2600 RPM | — |
| Torque Speed | 35.0 N·m (25.8 lb-ft) | — |
| Rated RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Spark Plug | Champion RJ-12 | — |
| Battery | 12 V, 32Ah | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 109.0 cm (42.9 in.) | 104.0 cm (40.9 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 111.0 cm (43.7 in.) | 115.0 cm (45.3 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 15.0 cm (5.9 in.) | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15.1 l (4.0 gal) | 11.4 l (3.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.7 l (0.4 gal) | 1.4 l (0.4 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 3.3 l (0.9 gal) | 1.9 l (0.5 gal) |
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 4.0 km/h (Forward: 6.8 MPH (10.9 km/h) Reverse: 2.5 MPH) | 5.0 km/h (Forward: 6.2 MPH (10.0 km/h) Reverse: 3.1 MPH) |
| Brakes | Wet disc | — |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 16×6.50-8 | Lawn/turf: 16×6.50-8 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 23×10.50-12 | Lawn/turf: 23×8.50-12 |
| Width | — | 91.0 cm (35.8 in.) |
| Transmission Model | — | Sundstrand |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.

