Cub Cadet 1604 vs Wheel Horse D-160

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1604

Cub Cadet 1604

16 HP · 1985–1986

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Wheel Horse D-160

Wheel Horse D-160

16 HP · 1974–1981

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1604 and the Wheel Horse D-160 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 1604 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1974 for the Wheel Horse D-160.
  • The Wheel Horse D-160 is heavier: 396 kg versus 290 kg for the Cub Cadet 1604.
  • The Wheel Horse D-160 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1604Wheel Horse D-160
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1985–19861974–1981
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight290 kg396 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)4 / 1
Wheelbase111 cm127 cm
Length182 cm191 cm
Mower deck38"48"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the Wheel Horse D-160?

The Cub Cadet 1604 and the Wheel Horse D-160 deliver the same power: 16 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the Wheel Horse D-160?

The Cub Cadet 1604 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1974 for the Wheel Horse D-160.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the Wheel Horse D-160?

The Wheel Horse D-160 is heavier: 396 kg versus 290 kg for the Cub Cadet 1604.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the Wheel Horse D-160?

The Wheel Horse D-160 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".

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