Cub Cadet 1605 vs Wheel Horse D-160

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1605

Cub Cadet 1605

16 HP · 1985–1986

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Wheel Horse D-160

Wheel Horse D-160

16 HP · 1974–1981

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1605 and the Wheel Horse D-160 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 1605 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1974 for the Wheel Horse D-160.
  • The Wheel Horse D-160 is heavier: 396 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet 1605.
  • The Wheel Horse D-160 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 44".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1605Wheel Horse D-160
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1985–19861974–1981
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders—2
Weight239 kg396 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1—
Wheelbase114 cm127 cm
Length173 cm191 cm
Mower deck44"48"

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