Cub Cadet 1806 vs John Deere X166R
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1806 and the John Deere X166R deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere X166R is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1987 for the Cub Cadet 1806.
- The John Deere X166R has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1806 | John Deere X166R | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1989 | 2018–2020 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 229 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 252 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1806 or the John Deere X166R?
The Cub Cadet 1806 and the John Deere X166R deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1806 or the John Deere X166R?
The John Deere X166R is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1987 for the Cub Cadet 1806.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1806 or the John Deere X166R?
The John Deere X166R has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".