Cub Cadet 1604 vs John Deere LTR166
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1604 and the John Deere LTR166 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere LTR166 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.
- The Cub Cadet 1604 is heavier: 290 kg versus 273 kg for the John Deere LTR166.
- The John Deere LTR166 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1604 | John Deere LTR166 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1999–2001 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 290 kg | 273 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | — |
| Length | 182 cm | 172 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere LTR166?
The Cub Cadet 1604 and the John Deere LTR166 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere LTR166?
The John Deere LTR166 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere LTR166?
The Cub Cadet 1604 is heavier: 290 kg versus 273 kg for the John Deere LTR166.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere LTR166?
The John Deere LTR166 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

