Cub Cadet 1605 vs John Deere SST16
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere SST16 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere SST16 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The John Deere SST16 is heavier: 290 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 SST16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 2000–2003 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 239 kg | 290 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 125 cm |
| Length | 173 cm | 190 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere SST16?
The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere SST16 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere SST16?
The John Deere SST16 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere SST16?
The John Deere SST16 is heavier: 290 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere SST16?
The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".