Cub Cadet GT 2544 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 GT 2544: 60 HP versus 20 HP (+40 HP, +200%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2005 for the Cub Cadet GT 2544.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 315 kg for the Cub Cadet GT 2544.
- The Cub Cadet GT 2544 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet GT 2544 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 20 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 2005–2010 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 315 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 154 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet GT 2544 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet GT 2544: 60 HP versus 20 HP (+40 HP, +200%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet GT 2544 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 2005 for the Cub Cadet GT 2544.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet GT 2544 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 315 kg for the Cub Cadet GT 2544.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet GT 2544 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The Cub Cadet GT 2544 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

