Cub Cadet 1872 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 1872: 60 HP versus 18 HP (+42 HP, +233%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1987 for the Cub Cadet 1872.
- The Cub Cadet 1872 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1872 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1989 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | — | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 131 cm | 154 cm |
| Length | 199 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 50" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1872 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 1872: 60 HP versus 18 HP (+42 HP, +233%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1872 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1987 for the Cub Cadet 1872.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1872 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The Cub Cadet 1872 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".