Cub Cadet LT 2138 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 LT 2138: 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 2003 for the Cub Cadet LT 2138.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 256 kg for the Cub Cadet LT 2138.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet LT 2138 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 2003–2004 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 256 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 154 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet LT 2138 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet LT 2138: 60 HP versus 16 HP (+44 HP, +275%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet LT 2138 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 2003 for the Cub Cadet LT 2138.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet LT 2138 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 256 kg for the Cub Cadet LT 2138.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet LT 2138 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".