Cub Cadet GT 2521 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet GT 2521

Cub Cadet GT 2521

21 HP · 2004

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John Deere 1600 Turbo

John Deere 1600 Turbo

64 HP · 2002–2006

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet GT 2521: 64 HP versus 21 HP (+43 HP, +205%).
  • The Cub Cadet GT 2521 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet GT 2521.
  • The Cub Cadet GT 2521 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet GT 2521John Deere 1600 Turbo
Power21 HP64 HP
Production years20042002–2006
FuelElectricDiesel
Cylinders4
Weight239 kg1 791 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase119 cm152 cm
Length182 cm335 cm
Mower deck48"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet GT 2521 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet GT 2521: 64 HP versus 21 HP (+43 HP, +205%).

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet GT 2521 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The Cub Cadet GT 2521 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet GT 2521 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 239 kg for the Cub Cadet GT 2521.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet GT 2521 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The Cub Cadet GT 2521 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

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