Cub Cadet 1605 vs John Deere X146R
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere X146R deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere X146R is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 233 kg for the John Deere X146R.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1605 | John Deere X146R | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 2018–2020 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 239 kg | 233 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 173 cm | 247 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere X146R?
The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere X146R deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere X146R?
The John Deere X146R is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere X146R?
The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 233 kg for the John Deere X146R.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere X146R?
The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 36".