Cub Cadet 1720 vs John Deere LX186
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1720 and the John Deere LX186 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The John Deere LX186 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1988 for the Cub Cadet 1720.
- The John Deere LX186 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1720 | John Deere LX186 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1991 | 1991–1992 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 328 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 173 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 38" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1720 or the John Deere LX186?
The Cub Cadet 1720 and the John Deere LX186 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1720 or the John Deere LX186?
The John Deere LX186 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1988 for the Cub Cadet 1720.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1720 or the John Deere LX186?
The John Deere LX186 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".