Cub Cadet 2518 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 2518: 64 HP versus 20 HP (+44 HP, +220%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 236 kg for the Cub Cadet 2518.
- The Cub Cadet 2518 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 2518 | John Deere 1600 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2003 | 2002–2006 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | 236 kg | 1 791 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 152 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 2518 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 2518: 64 HP versus 20 HP (+44 HP, +220%).
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 2518 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 236 kg for the Cub Cadet 2518.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 2518 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The Cub Cadet 2518 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".