Cub Cadet Tank LZ48 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet Tank LZ48

Cub Cadet Tank LZ48

24 HP · 2012–2013

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John Deere 1600 Turbo

John Deere 1600 Turbo

64 HP · 2002–2006

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet Tank LZ48: 64 HP versus 24 HP (+40 HP, +167%).
  • The Cub Cadet Tank LZ48 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 503 kg for the Cub Cadet Tank LZ48.
  • The Cub Cadet Tank LZ48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet Tank LZ48John Deere 1600 Turbo
Power24 HP64 HP
Production years2012–20132002–2006
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders24
Weight503 kg1 791 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase137 cm152 cm
Length219 cm335 cm
Mower deck48"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet Tank LZ48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet Tank LZ48: 64 HP versus 24 HP (+40 HP, +167%).

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet Tank LZ48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The Cub Cadet Tank LZ48 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet Tank LZ48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 503 kg for the Cub Cadet Tank LZ48.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet Tank LZ48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The Cub Cadet Tank LZ48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

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