Cub Cadet 1605 vs Simplicity Broadmoor 16HV

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1605

Cub Cadet 1605

16 HP · 1985–1986

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Simplicity Broadmoor 16HV

Simplicity Broadmoor 16HV

16 HP · 2003–2004

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1605 and the Simplicity Broadmoor 16HV deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Simplicity Broadmoor 16HV is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1605.
  • The Simplicity Broadmoor 16HV is heavier: 312 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
  • The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1605Simplicity Broadmoor 16HV
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1985–19862003–2004
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders—2
Weight239 kg312 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1—
Wheelbase114 cm132 cm
Length173 cm177 cm
Mower deck44"38"

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