Bolens 966 vs Cub Cadet 1605
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 966 and the Cub Cadet 1605 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Bolens 966 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 966 | Cub Cadet 1605 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1991–1993 | 1985–1986 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | — | 239 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 114 cm |
| Length | — | 173 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 966 or the Cub Cadet 1605?
The Bolens 966 and the Cub Cadet 1605 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 966 or the Cub Cadet 1605?
The Bolens 966 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 966 or the Cub Cadet 1605?
The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".