Cub Cadet 1605 vs John Deere LX266
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere LX266 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere LX266 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere LX266.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1605 | John Deere LX266 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 2001–2003 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 239 kg | 219 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | — |
| Length | 173 cm | 176 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere LX266?
The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere LX266 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere LX266?
The John Deere LX266 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere LX266?
The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere LX266.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere LX266?
The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".