Cub Cadet 1604 vs John Deere 300
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1604 and the John Deere 300 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1604 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1975 for the John Deere 300.
- The John Deere 300 is heavier: 317 kg versus 290 kg for the Cub Cadet 1604.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1604 | John Deere 300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1975–1977 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Weight | 290 kg | 317 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 175 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere 300?
The Cub Cadet 1604 and the John Deere 300 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere 300?
The Cub Cadet 1604 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1975 for the John Deere 300.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere 300?
The John Deere 300 is heavier: 317 kg versus 290 kg for the Cub Cadet 1604.