Cub Cadet 1720 vs John Deere F915
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1720 and the John Deere F915 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1720 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1987 for the John Deere F915.
- The John Deere F915 is heavier: 426 kg versus 328 kg for the Cub Cadet 1720.
- The John Deere F915 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1720 | John Deere F915 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1991 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Weight | 328 kg | 426 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 125 cm |
| Length | 173 cm | 215 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 50" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1720 or the John Deere F915?
The Cub Cadet 1720 and the John Deere F915 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1720 or the John Deere F915?
The Cub Cadet 1720 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1987 for the John Deere F915.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1720 or the John Deere F915?
The John Deere F915 is heavier: 426 kg versus 328 kg for the Cub Cadet 1720.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1720 or the John Deere F915?
The John Deere F915 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 38".

