Cub Cadet Original vs John Deere 57
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet Original and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1960 for the Cub Cadet Original.
- The Cub Cadet Original has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 34".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet Original | John Deere 57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1960–1963 | 1971–1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | — | 147 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 108 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 38" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet Original or the John Deere 57?
The Cub Cadet Original and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet Original or the John Deere 57?
The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1960 for the Cub Cadet Original.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet Original or the John Deere 57?
The Cub Cadet Original has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 34".
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