Cub Cadet 1605 vs Wheel Horse B-165

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1605

Cub Cadet 1605

16 HP · 1985–1986

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Wheel Horse B-165

Wheel Horse B-165

16 HP · 1980–1984

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1605 and the Wheel Horse B-165 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 1605 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1980 for the Wheel Horse B-165.
  • The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 172 kg for the Wheel Horse B-165.
  • The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1605Wheel Horse B-165
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1985–19861980–1984
FuelElectricElectric
Cylinders—2
Weight239 kg172 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 15 / 1
Wheelbase114 cm115 cm
Length173 cm170 cm
Mower deck44"42"

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