Cub 1811 vs 1641

malibulvr · #1 10-11-2020, 05:25 PM

Hey guys,

Currently, I own a 1641 with a 48 inch mower deck and a snowblower attachment. Locally there is a 1811 for sale with a 50 inch deck and no blower. I've had issues in the past with the 1641, currently it has a charging issue , needs front tires and is in the greatest shape. My question is should I just pick up the 1811 and let my 1641 go? Do you guys know if the snowblower from my tractor would fit on the 1811? What do you guys think?

Getter-Done · #2 10-11-2020, 06:00 PM

If you have room Keep both.
I have a 1641 and 1864.

Then you will see if the snowblower will fit

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Cubcadet_107 · #3 10-11-2020, 07:12 PM

I agree, 2 is always better than one! Next you'll have 3, then 4, then 15, then 50...

Well either way having a spare tractor in case one goes down is never a bad idea!

darkminion_17 · #4 10-11-2020, 07:32 PM

The 1641 you have does it have a 6" PTO? Is the blower a 551? The 1811 will have a 4.25" PTO pulley, so the blower will not work well on that.
Tires are cheap, the electrical is more likely poor connections or a bad voltage regulator.

But like the others said, the more the merrier. I have owned 10 or so 1811's and they are a great tractor.

Mike McKown · #5 10-12-2020, 11:18 AM

First off, let me say there are many here that desire the 82 series tractor and wouldn't give a second look at a Cyclops. So, I don't want to start an argument.

That said, personally, I'm just the opposite. A 1641 has a number of advantages over the 1811 in my opinion.

Easier steering/handling due to less engine weight and better front end geometry.

Much better fuel economy. The Magnum is a gas hog.

Better/wider selection of mower decks. The 48"-54" decks do a super job of cutting the grass.

More comfortable driving position.

Plastic front end is almost rattle free. Yeah, I know about the plastic breaking. Just don't ram the tractor into a tree or the house and you won't have any problem out of it.

Just my opinions of course.

Farmall450 · #6 10-12-2020, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike McKown

First off, let me say there are many here that desire the 82 series tractor and wouldn't give a second look at a Cyclops. So, I don't want to start an argument.

That said, personally, I'm just the opposite. A 1641 has a number of advantages over the 1811 in my opinion.

Easier steering/handling due to less engine weight and better front end geometry.

Much better fuel economy. The Magnum is a gas hog.

Better/wider selection of mower decks. The 48"-54" decks do a super job of cutting the grass.

More comfortable driving position.

Plastic front end is almost rattle free. Yeah, I know about the plastic breaking. Just don't ram the tractor into a tree or the house and you won't have any problem out of it.

Just my opinions of course.

I came to write almost exactly this. Also, the 1641 decks are objectively better built, the Briggs Vanguard is an improvement (unless you over heat it) and in general is probably a better unit to actually mow with.

aagitch · #7 10-12-2020, 09:43 PM

A year ago I would have said I would own nothing but an 82 series. Now I'm hooked on the cyclops. I love the added features as stated above. My plastic is flawless and it'll stay that way.

malibulvr · #8 10-21-2020, 09:01 PM

Thanks for everyone's feedback, I've decided to Kelo what I have and put money towards repairs.

1711Cub · #9 10-22-2020, 08:00 AM

Personally, I just don't care for the rotund rear fenders and the front end styling on the Cyclops. If all front end panels are adjusted properly, they don't rattle. I'll stick with the 82 series..

spndncash · #10 10-22-2020, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by darkminion_17

The 1641 you have does it have a 6" PTO? Is the blower a 551? The 1811 will have a 4.25" PTO pulley, so the blower will not work well on that.
Tires are cheap, the electrical is more likely poor connections or a bad voltage regulator.

But like the others said, the more the merrier. I have owned 10 or so 1811's and they are a great tractor.

100% right! I have had half a dozen of the 2182's as well as other cyclops tractors. I am not generally one to throw parts at the tractor I have been guilty of this. as a result I have a a NIB alternator and a NIB voltage regulator. ANY driveability, starting or electrical issue on a Cyclops -> clean every connector and make sure they are making good contact then clean every ground connection this will fix it almost every time.