Cub Cadet 1106 vs John Deere R70
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1106 and the John Deere R70 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1106 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1984 for the John Deere R70.
- The Cub Cadet 1106 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1106 | John Deere R70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1989 | 1984–1986 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | — | 124 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 106 cm |
| Length | — | 144 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1106 or the John Deere R70?
The Cub Cadet 1106 and the John Deere R70 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1106 or the John Deere R70?
The Cub Cadet 1106 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1984 for the John Deere R70.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1106 or the John Deere R70?
The Cub Cadet 1106 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".

