Craftsman 536.25257 vs Cub Cadet 1605
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 536.25257 and the Cub Cadet 1605 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Craftsman 536.25257 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 43".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 536.25257 | Cub Cadet 1605 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1995–1996 | 1985–1986 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | — | 239 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 114 cm |
| Length | — | 173 cm |
| Mower deck | 43" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 536.25257 or the Cub Cadet 1605?
The Craftsman 536.25257 and the Cub Cadet 1605 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 536.25257 or the Cub Cadet 1605?
The Craftsman 536.25257 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 536.25257 or the Cub Cadet 1605?
The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 43".