Cub Cadet 1605 vs Wheel Horse LT-1642
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1605 and the Wheel Horse LT-1642 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1982 for the Wheel Horse LT-1642.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 219 kg for the Wheel Horse LT-1642.
- The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1605 | Wheel Horse LT-1642 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1982 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 239 kg | 219 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 173 cm | 167 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Wheel Horse LT-1642?
The Cub Cadet 1605 and the Wheel Horse LT-1642 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Wheel Horse LT-1642?
The Cub Cadet 1605 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1982 for the Wheel Horse LT-1642.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Wheel Horse LT-1642?
The Cub Cadet 1605 is heavier: 239 kg versus 219 kg for the Wheel Horse LT-1642.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1605 or the Wheel Horse LT-1642?
The Cub Cadet 1605 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
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