Cub Cadet 1605 vs Simplicity 16LTH
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1605 and the Simplicity 16LTH deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Simplicity 16LTH is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 206 kg for the Simplicity 16LTH.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1605 | Simplicity 16LTH | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1990–1993 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 239 kg | 206 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 173 cm | 170 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Simplicity 16LTH?
The Cub Cadet 1605 and the Simplicity 16LTH deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Simplicity 16LTH?
The Simplicity 16LTH is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Simplicity 16LTH?
The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 206 kg for the Simplicity 16LTH.