SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet 800 vs Wheel Horse C81
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet 800 and the Wheel Horse C81. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet 8006.0 kW (8.1 HP)
Wheel Horse C816.0 kW (8.1 HP)
Weight
Cub Cadet 800265.0 kg (584.2 lbs)
Wheel Horse C81245.0 kg (540.1 lbs)
| Specification | Cub Cadet 800 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Wheel Horse C81 Garden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Garden Tractor | Garden Tractor |
| Horsepower | 6.0 kW (8.1 HP) | 6.0 kW (8.1 HP) |
| Weight | 265.0 kg (584.2 lbs) | 245.0 kg (540.1 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Creeper with dry disc clutch | Belt-driven gear type |
| Length | 175.0 cm (68.9 in.) | 165.0 cm (65.0 in.) |
| Years Made | 1974-1975 | 1978-1979 |
| Engine Model | Kohler K181AQS | Kohler K181S |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled | 4-stroke, air-cooled |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Displacement | 305 cc (18.6 cu in.) | 304 cc (18.6 cu in.) |
| Bore | 7.49 cm (2.95 in.) | 7.49 cm (2.95 in.) |
| Stroke | 7.01 cm (2.76 in.) | 7.01 cm (2.76 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Transmission | — |
| Rear PTO Speed | 515 RPM | — |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with electric clutch | — |
| Front PTO Speed | 3.400 RPM | — |
| Rated RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Spark Plug | Champion J-8 | — |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 104.0 cm (Steering Wheel Height: 40.9 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 | 7.6 l (2.0 gal) | 11.5 l (3.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.2 l (0.3 gal) | 1.2 l (0.3 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 4.0 l (1.1 gal) | 1.9 l (0.5 gal) |
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 4.0 km/h (Forward: 6.9 MPH (11.1 km/h) Reverse: 2.5 MPH) | 4.2 km/h (Forward: 5.5 MPH (8.8 km/h) Reverse: 2.6 MPH) |
| Brakes | Dry disc or wet disc | — |
| Drawbar Category | Sleeve hitch | Sleeve hitch |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 4.80/4.00-8 | Lawn/turf: 16×6.50-8 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 6-12 | Lawn/turf: 23×8.50-12 |
| Middle PTO Type | — | Independent with mechanical clutch |
| Width | — | 91.0 cm (35.8 in.) |
| Transmission Model | — | Wheel Horse |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.