Cub Cadet 1000 vs John Deere X116R
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1000 and the John Deere X116R deliver the same power: 10 HP.
- The John Deere X116R is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1974 for the Cub Cadet 1000.
- The Cub Cadet 1000 is heavier: 285 kg versus 224 kg for the John Deere X116R.
- The Cub Cadet 1000 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1000 | John Deere X116R | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 10 HP | 10 HP |
| Production years | 1974–1980 | 2018–2020 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 285 kg | 224 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 175 cm | 246 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the John Deere X116R?
The Cub Cadet 1000 and the John Deere X116R deliver the same power: 10 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the John Deere X116R?
The John Deere X116R is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1974 for the Cub Cadet 1000.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the John Deere X116R?
The Cub Cadet 1000 is heavier: 285 kg versus 224 kg for the John Deere X116R.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1000 or the John Deere X116R?
The Cub Cadet 1000 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

