Cub Cadet Recon 48 vs John Deere 727
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet Recon 48 and the John Deere 727 deliver the same power: 23 HP.
- The Cub Cadet Recon 48 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2002 for the John Deere 727.
- The John Deere 727 is heavier: 494 kg versus 451 kg for the Cub Cadet Recon 48.
- The John Deere 727 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 48".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet Recon 48 | John Deere 727 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 23 HP | 23 HP |
| Production years | 2008–2009 | 2002–2003 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 451 kg | 494 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 187 cm | 198 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 54" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet Recon 48 or the John Deere 727?
The Cub Cadet Recon 48 and the John Deere 727 deliver the same power: 23 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet Recon 48 or the John Deere 727?
The Cub Cadet Recon 48 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2002 for the John Deere 727.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet Recon 48 or the John Deere 727?
The John Deere 727 is heavier: 494 kg versus 451 kg for the Cub Cadet Recon 48.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet Recon 48 or the John Deere 727?
The John Deere 727 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 48".
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