Cub Cadet 1605 vs John Deere X130R
Side-by-side specs comparison
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 1605 | John Deere X130R | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 2010 |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 239 kg | 208 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | — |
| Length | 173 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 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".

