Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD 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 FMZ 42 SD: 60 HP versus 19 HP (+41 HP, +216%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2008 for the Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 309 kg for the Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet FMZ 42 SD | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 19 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 2008–2011 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 309 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 154 cm |
| Length | 228 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 42" |