Cub Cadet 526 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 526: 60 HP versus 5 HP (+55 HP, +1100%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1986 for the Cub Cadet 526.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 127 kg for the Cub Cadet 526.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 526 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1986 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 127 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 154 cm |
| Length | — | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 26" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 526 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 526: 60 HP versus 5 HP (+55 HP, +1100%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 526 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 1986 for the Cub Cadet 526.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 526 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 127 kg for the Cub Cadet 526.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 526 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 26".