Cub Cadet 1604 vs John Deere LX266
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1604 and the John Deere LX266 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere LX266 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.
- The Cub Cadet 1604 is heavier: 290 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere LX266.
- The John Deere LX266 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1604 | John Deere LX266 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 2001–2003 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Weight | 290 kg | 219 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | — |
| Length | 182 cm | 176 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere LX266?
The Cub Cadet 1604 and the John Deere LX266 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere LX266?
The John Deere LX266 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere LX266?
The Cub Cadet 1604 is heavier: 290 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere LX266.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere LX266?
The John Deere LX266 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".