Bolens H16XL vs Cub Cadet 1605
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens H16XL and the Cub Cadet 1605 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1978 for the Bolens H16XL.
- The Bolens H16XL is heavier: 367 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens H16XL | Cub Cadet 1605 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1978–1979 | 1985–1986 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 367 kg | 239 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 114 cm |
| Length | 179 cm | 173 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 44" |