Cub Cadet 1605 vs John Deere X305R
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere X305R deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere X305R is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The John Deere X305R is heavier: 314 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 X305R | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 2012–2015 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 239 kg | 314 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | — |
| Length | 173 cm | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere X305R?
The Cub Cadet 1605 and the John Deere X305R deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere X305R?
The John Deere X305R is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere X305R?
The John Deere X305R is heavier: 314 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the John Deere X305R?
The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".