Cub Cadet 1517 vs John Deere X300
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1517 and the John Deere X300 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The John Deere X300 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 2002 for the Cub Cadet 1517.
- The Cub Cadet 1517 is heavier: 228 kg versus 227 kg for the John Deere X300.
- The Cub Cadet 1517 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1517 | John Deere X300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2002 | 2006–2015 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 228 kg | 227 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | — |
| Length | 172 cm | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere X300?
The Cub Cadet 1517 and the John Deere X300 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere X300?
The John Deere X300 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 2002 for the Cub Cadet 1517.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere X300?
The Cub Cadet 1517 is heavier: 228 kg versus 227 kg for the John Deere X300.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the John Deere X300?
The Cub Cadet 1517 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".