Cub Cadet 1605 vs MTD lawn tractors 780

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1605

Cub Cadet 1605

16 HP · 1985–1986

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MTD lawn tractors 780

MTD lawn tractors 780

16 HP · 1980

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1605 and the MTD lawn tractors 780 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 1605 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1980 for the MTD lawn tractors 780.
  • The MTD lawn tractors 780 is heavier: 344 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1605MTD lawn tractors 780
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1985–19861980
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders2
Weight239 kg344 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1
Wheelbase114 cm
Length173 cm
Mower deck44"44"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the MTD lawn tractors 780?

The Cub Cadet 1605 and the MTD lawn tractors 780 deliver the same power: 16 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the MTD lawn tractors 780?

The Cub Cadet 1605 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1980 for the MTD lawn tractors 780.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the MTD lawn tractors 780?

The MTD lawn tractors 780 is heavier: 344 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.

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