Cub Cadet 1605 vs John Deere LTR166
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere LTR166 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere LTR166 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The John Deere LTR166 is heavier: 273 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1605 | John Deere LTR166 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1999–2001 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Weight | 239 kg | 273 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | — |
| Length | 173 cm | 172 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere LTR166?
The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere LTR166 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere LTR166?
The John Deere LTR166 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere LTR166?
The John Deere LTR166 is heavier: 273 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere LTR166?
The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".