Cub Cadet 1170 vs Wheel Horse 17-44XL

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1170

Cub Cadet 1170

17 HP · 2000–2002

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Wheel Horse 17-44XL

Wheel Horse 17-44XL

17 HP · 1999–2001

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1170 and the Wheel Horse 17-44XL deliver the same power: 17 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 1170 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1999 for the Wheel Horse 17-44XL.
  • The Cub Cadet 1170 is heavier: 222 kg versus 212 kg for the Wheel Horse 17-44XL.
  • The Wheel Horse 17-44XL has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1170Wheel Horse 17-44XL
Power17 HP17 HP
Production years2000–20021999–2001
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight222 kg212 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionCVTGear
Wheelbase—120 cm
Length—172 cm
Mower deck42"44"

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