Cub Cadet 1604 vs John Deere X147R
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1604 and the John Deere X147R deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere X147R is the more recent model: production started in 2021, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.
- The Cub Cadet 1604 is heavier: 290 kg versus 239 kg for the John Deere X147R.
- The Cub Cadet 1604 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1604 | John Deere X147R | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 2021+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 290 kg | 239 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | — |
| Length | 182 cm | 242 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere X147R?
The Cub Cadet 1604 and the John Deere X147R deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere X147R?
The John Deere X147R is the more recent model: production started in 2021, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere X147R?
The Cub Cadet 1604 is heavier: 290 kg versus 239 kg for the John Deere X147R.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the John Deere X147R?
The Cub Cadet 1604 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

