Cub Cadet 3185 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 3185

Cub Cadet 3185

18 HP · 1998

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John Deere 1600 Turbo

John Deere 1600 Turbo

64 HP · 2002–2006

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 3185: 64 HP versus 18 HP (+46 HP, +256%).
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1998 for the Cub Cadet 3185.
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 317 kg for the Cub Cadet 3185.
  • The Cub Cadet 3185 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 3185John Deere 1600 Turbo
Power18 HP64 HP
Production years19982002–2006
FuelElectricDiesel
Cylinders24
Weight317 kg1 791 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Wheelbase125 cm152 cm
Length183 cm335 cm
Mower deck48"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 3185 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 3185: 64 HP versus 18 HP (+46 HP, +256%).

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 3185 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1998 for the Cub Cadet 3185.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 3185 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 317 kg for the Cub Cadet 3185.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 3185 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The Cub Cadet 3185 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

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