Cub Cadet 1517 vs John Deere 180
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1517 and the John Deere 180 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1517 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1986 for the John Deere 180.
- The John Deere 180 is heavier: 256 kg versus 228 kg for the Cub Cadet 1517.
- The Cub Cadet 1517 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1517 | John Deere 180 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2002 | 1986–1990 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 228 kg | 256 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 167 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 180?
The Cub Cadet 1517 and the John Deere 180 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 180?
The Cub Cadet 1517 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1986 for the John Deere 180.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 180?
The John Deere 180 is heavier: 256 kg versus 228 kg for the Cub Cadet 1517.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 180?
The Cub Cadet 1517 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
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