Cub Cadet 518 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 518: 60 HP versus 11 HP (+49 HP, +445%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 518.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 518 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 11 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1985 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | — | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 154 cm |
| Length | — | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 518 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 518: 60 HP versus 11 HP (+49 HP, +445%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 518 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 1985 for the Cub Cadet 518.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 518 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".