Cub Cadet 1712 vs John Deere 102
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1712 and the John Deere 102 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The John Deere 102 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1712.
- The Cub Cadet 1712 is heavier: 330 kg versus 200 kg for the John Deere 102.
- The John Deere 102 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1712 | John Deere 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1985 | 2006 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Weight | 330 kg | 200 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 124 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 174 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1712 or the John Deere 102?
The Cub Cadet 1712 and the John Deere 102 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1712 or the John Deere 102?
The John Deere 102 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1712.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1712 or the John Deere 102?
The Cub Cadet 1712 is heavier: 330 kg versus 200 kg for the John Deere 102.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1712 or the John Deere 102?
The John Deere 102 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

