Cub Cadet 1604 vs Wheel Horse LT-1642
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1604 and the Wheel Horse LT-1642 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1604 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1982 for the Wheel Horse LT-1642.
- The Cub Cadet 1604 is heavier: 290 kg versus 219 kg for the Wheel Horse LT-1642.
- The Wheel Horse LT-1642 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1604 | Wheel Horse LT-1642 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1982 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 290 kg | 219 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 167 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the Wheel Horse LT-1642?
The Cub Cadet 1604 and the Wheel Horse LT-1642 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the Wheel Horse LT-1642?
The Cub Cadet 1604 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1982 for the Wheel Horse LT-1642.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the Wheel Horse LT-1642?
The Cub Cadet 1604 is heavier: 290 kg versus 219 kg for the Wheel Horse LT-1642.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the Wheel Horse LT-1642?
The Wheel Horse LT-1642 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
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