Cub Cadet 1782 vs John Deere LX186
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1782 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 1990 for the Cub Cadet 1782.
- The John Deere LX186 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1782 | John Deere LX186 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1990–1996 | 1991–1992 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 3 | 1 |
| Weight | 513 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 131 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 199 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 46" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1782 or the John Deere LX186?
The Cub Cadet 1782 and the John Deere LX186 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1782 or the John Deere LX186?
The John Deere LX186 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1990 for the Cub Cadet 1782.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1782 or the John Deere LX186?
The John Deere LX186 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".

