Cub Cadet 1517 vs John Deere LX186
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1517 and the John Deere LX186 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1517 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1991 for the John Deere LX186.
- The John Deere LX186 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1517 | John Deere LX186 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2002 | 1991–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 228 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere LX186?
The Cub Cadet 1517 and the John Deere LX186 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere LX186?
The Cub Cadet 1517 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1991 for the John Deere LX186.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere LX186?
The John Deere LX186 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".