Cub Cadet 1517 vs Scotts S1742
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1517 and the Scotts S1742 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1517 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1999 for the Scotts S1742.
- The Cub Cadet 1517 is heavier: 228 kg versus 175 kg for the Scotts S1742.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1517 | Scotts S1742 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2002 | 1999–2001 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 228 kg | 175 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | — |
| Length | 172 cm | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the Scotts S1742?
The Cub Cadet 1517 and the Scotts S1742 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the Scotts S1742?
The Cub Cadet 1517 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1999 for the Scotts S1742.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1517 or the Scotts S1742?
The Cub Cadet 1517 is heavier: 228 kg versus 175 kg for the Scotts S1742.