Cub Cadet 1300 vs John Deere GX85
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1300 and the John Deere GX85 deliver the same power: 13 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1300 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1997 for the John Deere GX85.
- The Cub Cadet 1300 is heavier: 209 kg versus 155 kg for the John Deere GX85.
- The Cub Cadet 1300 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1300 | John Deere GX85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 13 HP | 13 HP |
| Production years | 1998 | 1997–2003 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 209 kg | 155 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 106 cm |
| Length | — | 154 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1300 or the John Deere GX85?
The Cub Cadet 1300 and the John Deere GX85 deliver the same power: 13 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1300 or the John Deere GX85?
The Cub Cadet 1300 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1997 for the John Deere GX85.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1300 or the John Deere GX85?
The Cub Cadet 1300 is heavier: 209 kg versus 155 kg for the John Deere GX85.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1300 or the John Deere GX85?
The Cub Cadet 1300 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".
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