Cub Cadet 1517 vs Simplicity Lancer 17

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1517

Cub Cadet 1517

17 HP · 2002

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Simplicity Lancer 17

Simplicity Lancer 17

17 HP · 2003–2005

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1517 and the Simplicity Lancer 17 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
  • The Simplicity Lancer 17 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 2002 for the Cub Cadet 1517.
  • The Simplicity Lancer 17 is heavier: 238 kg versus 228 kg for the Cub Cadet 1517.
  • The Simplicity Lancer 17 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1517Simplicity Lancer 17
Power17 HP17 HP
Production years20022003–2005
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight228 kg238 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase119 cm96 cm
Length172 cm210 cm
Mower deck42"44"

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