Cub Cadet 1517 vs Sabre 1742GS
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1517 and the Sabre 1742GS deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1517 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1998 for the Sabre 1742GS.
- The Cub Cadet 1517 is heavier: 228 kg versus 180 kg for the Sabre 1742GS.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1517 | Sabre 1742GS | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2002 | 1998–2001 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 228 kg | 180 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the Sabre 1742GS?
The Cub Cadet 1517 and the Sabre 1742GS deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the Sabre 1742GS?
The Cub Cadet 1517 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1998 for the Sabre 1742GS.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the Sabre 1742GS?
The Cub Cadet 1517 is heavier: 228 kg versus 180 kg for the Sabre 1742GS.