Cub Cadet 1517 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 1517: 64 HP versus 17 HP (+47 HP, +276%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 228 kg for the Cub Cadet 1517.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1517 | John Deere 1600 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 64 HP |
| Production years | 2002 | 2002–2006 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 228 kg | 1 791 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 152 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 1517: 64 HP versus 17 HP (+47 HP, +276%).
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 228 kg for the Cub Cadet 1517.