Cub Cadet 1806 vs John Deere LX288
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1806 and the John Deere LX288 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere LX288 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1987 for the Cub Cadet 1806.
- The John Deere LX288 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1806 | John Deere LX288 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1989 | 1999–2003 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 220 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 120 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 176 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1806 or the John Deere LX288?
The Cub Cadet 1806 and the John Deere LX288 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1806 or the John Deere LX288?
The John Deere LX288 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1987 for the Cub Cadet 1806.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1806 or the John Deere LX288?
The John Deere LX288 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".