Cub Cadet 1605 vs John Deere 415
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere 415 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere 415 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The John Deere 415 is heavier: 420 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The John Deere 415 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 44".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1605 | John Deere 415 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1995–2001 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Weight | 239 kg | 420 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 128 cm |
| Length | 173 cm | 190 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 415?
The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere 415 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 415?
The John Deere 415 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 415?
The John Deere 415 is heavier: 420 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere 415?
The John Deere 415 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 44".

