Craftsman 536.25257 vs Cub Cadet 1606
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 536.25257 and the Cub Cadet 1606 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 1606.
- The Craftsman 536.25257 has the wider mower deck: 43" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 536.25257 | Cub Cadet 1606 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1995–1996 | 1985–1986 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 332 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | — | 111 cm |
| Length | — | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 43" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 536.25257 or the Cub Cadet 1606?
The Craftsman 536.25257 and the Cub Cadet 1606 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 536.25257 or the Cub Cadet 1606?
The Craftsman 536.25257 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1606.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 536.25257 or the Cub Cadet 1606?
The Craftsman 536.25257 has the wider mower deck: 43" versus 38".