Cub Cadet 1405 vs John Deere GT242

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1405

Cub Cadet 1405

14 HP · 1998

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John Deere GT242

John Deere GT242

14 HP · 1993–1998

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1405 and the John Deere GT242 deliver the same power: 14 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 1405 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1993 for the John Deere GT242.
  • The Cub Cadet 1405 is heavier: 205 kg versus 201 kg for the John Deere GT242.

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1405John Deere GT242
Power14 HP14 HP
Production years19981993–1998
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight205 kg201 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Gears (fwd/rev)—6 / 1
Wheelbase—121 cm
Length—175 cm
Mower deck38"38"

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