Cub Cadet 71 vs John Deere 57
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 71 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1965 for the Cub Cadet 71.
- The Cub Cadet 71 is heavier: 251 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
- The Cub Cadet 71 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 34".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 71 | John Deere 57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1965–1967 | 1971–1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 251 kg | 147 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | — |
| Length | 160 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 38" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 71 or the John Deere 57?
The Cub Cadet 71 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 71 or the John Deere 57?
The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1965 for the Cub Cadet 71.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 71 or the John Deere 57?
The Cub Cadet 71 is heavier: 251 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 71 or the John Deere 57?
The Cub Cadet 71 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 34".
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