Cub Cadet RZT S50 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 RZT S50: 60 HP versus 25 HP (+35 HP, +140%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2012 for the Cub Cadet RZT S50.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 281 kg for the Cub Cadet RZT S50.
- The Cub Cadet RZT S50 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet RZT S50 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 25 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 2012–2024 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 281 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 154 cm |
| Length | 203 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 50" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet RZT S50 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet RZT S50: 60 HP versus 25 HP (+35 HP, +140%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet RZT S50 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 2012 for the Cub Cadet RZT S50.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet RZT S50 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 281 kg for the Cub Cadet RZT S50.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet RZT S50 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The Cub Cadet RZT S50 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".