Cub Cadet 126 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 126: 64 HP versus 12 HP (+52 HP, +433%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1969 for the Cub Cadet 126.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 290 kg for the Cub Cadet 126.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 126 | John Deere 1600 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 64 HP |
| Production years | 1969–1971 | 2002–2006 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 290 kg | 1 791 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | 152 cm |
| Length | 162 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 126 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 126: 64 HP versus 12 HP (+52 HP, +433%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 126 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1969 for the Cub Cadet 126.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 126 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 290 kg for the Cub Cadet 126.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 126 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".