Cub Cadet 1720 vs Simplicity 17GTH-L

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1720

Cub Cadet 1720

17 HP · 1988–1991

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Simplicity 17GTH-L

Simplicity 17GTH-L

17 HP · 1990–1992

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1720 and the Simplicity 17GTH-L deliver the same power: 17 HP.
  • The Simplicity 17GTH-L is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1988 for the Cub Cadet 1720.
  • The Simplicity 17GTH-L is heavier: 366 kg versus 328 kg for the Cub Cadet 1720.
  • The Simplicity 17GTH-L has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1720Simplicity 17GTH-L
Power17 HP17 HP
Production years1988–19911990–1992
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders—2
Weight328 kg366 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase114 cm128 cm
Length173 cm177 cm
Mower deck38"42"

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