Cub Cadet CLT-538 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 CLT-538: 60 HP versus 16 HP (+44 HP, +275%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2000 for the Cub Cadet CLT-538.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet CLT-538 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 2000–2010 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | — | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 154 cm |
| Length | — | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet CLT-538 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet CLT-538: 60 HP versus 16 HP (+44 HP, +275%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet CLT-538 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 2000 for the Cub Cadet CLT-538.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet CLT-538 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".