Cub Cadet 1605 vs John Deere LT170

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1605

Cub Cadet 1605

16 HP · 1985–1986

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John Deere LT170

John Deere LT170

16 HP · 2002

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere LT170 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The John Deere LT170 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
  • The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 218 kg for the John Deere LT170.
  • The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1605John Deere LT170
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1985–19862002
FuelElectric
Cylinders2
Weight239 kg218 kg
Drive2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1
Wheelbase114 cm
Length173 cm172 cm
Mower deck44"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere LT170?

The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere LT170 deliver the same power: 16 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere LT170?

The John Deere LT170 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere LT170?

The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 218 kg for the John Deere LT170.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere LT170?

The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

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