Cub Cadet 1604 vs John Deere LT166
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1604 and the John Deere LT166 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere LT166 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1604 | John Deere LT166 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1998–2001 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 290 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 117 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 172 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere LT166?
The Cub Cadet 1604 and the John Deere LT166 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere LT166?
The John Deere LT166 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.

