Cub Cadet 1180 vs John Deere 345
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1180 and the John Deere 345 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1180 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1995 for the John Deere 345.
- The John Deere 345 is heavier: 317 kg versus 226 kg for the Cub Cadet 1180.
- The Cub Cadet 1180 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1180 | John Deere 345 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2000–2002 | 1995–2001 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 226 kg | 317 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 121 cm |
| Length | — | 183 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1180 or the John Deere 345?
The Cub Cadet 1180 and the John Deere 345 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1180 or the John Deere 345?
The Cub Cadet 1180 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1995 for the John Deere 345.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1180 or the John Deere 345?
The John Deere 345 is heavier: 317 kg versus 226 kg for the Cub Cadet 1180.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1180 or the John Deere 345?
The Cub Cadet 1180 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 38".