Cub Cadet 1605 vs John Deere X130R

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1605

Cub Cadet 1605

16 HP · 1985–1986

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John Deere X130R

John Deere X130R

16 HP · 2010

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere X130R deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The John Deere X130R is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
  • The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 208 kg for the John Deere X130R.
  • The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1605John Deere X130R
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1985–19862010
FuelElectricElectric
Cylinders2
Weight239 kg208 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1
Wheelbase114 cm
Length173 cm251 cm
Mower deck44"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere X130R?

The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere X130R deliver the same power: 16 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere X130R?

The John Deere X130R is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere X130R?

The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 208 kg for the John Deere X130R.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere X130R?

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

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