Cub Cadet 1517 vs John Deere 317
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1517 and the John Deere 317 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1517 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1979 for the John Deere 317.
- The John Deere 317 is heavier: 317 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 317 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2002 | 1979–1983 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 228 kg | 317 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 175 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 317?
The Cub Cadet 1517 and the John Deere 317 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 317?
The Cub Cadet 1517 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1979 for the John Deere 317.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 317?
The John Deere 317 is heavier: 317 kg versus 228 kg for the Cub Cadet 1517.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere 317?
The Cub Cadet 1517 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".