Cub Cadet 1605 vs John Deere 300
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere 300 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1975 for the John Deere 300.
- The John Deere 300 is heavier: 317 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1605 | John Deere 300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1975–1977 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 239 kg | 317 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 173 cm | 175 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 300?
The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere 300 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 300?
The Cub Cadet 1605 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1975 for the John Deere 300.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 300?
The John Deere 300 is heavier: 317 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 300?
The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".