Cub Cadet 1605 vs John Deere 330
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere 330 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere 330 is the more recent model: production started in 1986, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The John Deere 330 is heavier: 408 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 330 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1986 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Weight | 239 kg | 408 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 173 cm | 176 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 330?
The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere 330 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 330?
The John Deere 330 is the more recent model: production started in 1986, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 330?
The John Deere 330 is heavier: 408 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 330?
The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".