Cub Cadet 1604 vs Wheel Horse 16-44HXL
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1604 and the Wheel Horse 16-44HXL deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Wheel Horse 16-44HXL is the more recent model: production started in 1996, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.
- The Cub Cadet 1604 is heavier: 290 kg versus 212 kg for the Wheel Horse 16-44HXL.
- The Wheel Horse 16-44HXL has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1604 | Wheel Horse 16-44HXL | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1996–2001 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Weight | 290 kg | 212 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 120 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 172 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the Wheel Horse 16-44HXL?
The Cub Cadet 1604 and the Wheel Horse 16-44HXL deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the Wheel Horse 16-44HXL?
The Wheel Horse 16-44HXL is the more recent model: production started in 1996, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the Wheel Horse 16-44HXL?
The Cub Cadet 1604 is heavier: 290 kg versus 212 kg for the Wheel Horse 16-44HXL.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the Wheel Horse 16-44HXL?
The Wheel Horse 16-44HXL has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".