Cub Cadet 1605 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 1605: 39 HP versus 16 HP (+23 HP, +144%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 44".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1605 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | 239 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 173 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 1605: 39 HP versus 16 HP (+23 HP, +144%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 44".