Cub Cadet 1512 vs John Deere STX46
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1512 and the John Deere STX46 deliver the same power: 15 HP.
- The John Deere STX46 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1512.
- The Cub Cadet 1512 is heavier: 399 kg versus 202 kg for the John Deere STX46.
- The John Deere STX46 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1512 | John Deere STX46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 15 HP | 15 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1987 | 1995–1997 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 399 kg | 202 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1512 or the John Deere STX46?
The Cub Cadet 1512 and the John Deere STX46 deliver the same power: 15 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1512 or the John Deere STX46?
The John Deere STX46 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1512.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1512 or the John Deere STX46?
The Cub Cadet 1512 is heavier: 399 kg versus 202 kg for the John Deere STX46.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1512 or the John Deere STX46?
The John Deere STX46 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 38".