Cub Cadet 3186 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 3186: 64 HP versus 18 HP (+46 HP, +256%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1999 for the Cub Cadet 3186.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 326 kg for the Cub Cadet 3186.
- The Cub Cadet 3186 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 3186 | John Deere 1600 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 64 HP |
| Production years | 1999 | 2002–2006 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 326 kg | 1 791 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 125 cm | 152 cm |
| Length | 183 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 3186 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 3186: 64 HP versus 18 HP (+46 HP, +256%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 3186 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1999 for the Cub Cadet 3186.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 3186 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 326 kg for the Cub Cadet 3186.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 3186 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The Cub Cadet 3186 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

