Cub Cadet 1517 vs John Deere 260
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1517 and the John Deere 260 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1517 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1988 for the John Deere 260.
- The John Deere 260 is heavier: 274 kg versus 228 kg for the Cub Cadet 1517.
- The John Deere 260 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1517 | John Deere 260 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2002 | 1988–1991 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 228 kg | 274 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 260?
The Cub Cadet 1517 and the John Deere 260 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 260?
The Cub Cadet 1517 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1988 for the John Deere 260.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 260?
The John Deere 260 is heavier: 274 kg versus 228 kg for the Cub Cadet 1517.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 260?
The John Deere 260 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
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