Cub Cadet 1517 vs John Deere LR175
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1517 and the John Deere LR175 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The John Deere LR175 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2002 for the Cub Cadet 1517.
- The John Deere LR175 is heavier: 235 kg versus 228 kg for the Cub Cadet 1517.
- The Cub Cadet 1517 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 40".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1517 | John Deere LR175 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2002 | 2004–2010 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 228 kg | 235 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 230 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 40" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere LR175?
The Cub Cadet 1517 and the John Deere LR175 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere LR175?
The John Deere LR175 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2002 for the Cub Cadet 1517.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere LR175?
The John Deere LR175 is heavier: 235 kg versus 228 kg for the Cub Cadet 1517.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere LR175?
The Cub Cadet 1517 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 40".