Cub Cadet Tank L48 vs John Deere S130
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet Tank L48 and the John Deere S130 deliver the same power: 22 HP.
- The John Deere S130 is the more recent model: production started in 2021, versus 2014 for the Cub Cadet Tank L48.
- The Cub Cadet Tank L48 is heavier: 503 kg versus 200 kg for the John Deere S130.
- The Cub Cadet Tank L48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet Tank L48 | John Deere S130 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 22 HP | 22 HP |
| Production years | 2014–2024 | 2021+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 503 kg | 200 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 137 cm | — |
| Length | 219 cm | 186 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet Tank L48 or the John Deere S130?
The Cub Cadet Tank L48 and the John Deere S130 deliver the same power: 22 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet Tank L48 or the John Deere S130?
The John Deere S130 is the more recent model: production started in 2021, versus 2014 for the Cub Cadet Tank L48.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet Tank L48 or the John Deere S130?
The Cub Cadet Tank L48 is heavier: 503 kg versus 200 kg for the John Deere S130.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet Tank L48 or the John Deere S130?
The Cub Cadet Tank L48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

