Cub Cadet Tank M72 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 Tank M72: 60 HP versus 28 HP (+32 HP, +114%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2003 for the Cub Cadet Tank M72.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 476 kg for the Cub Cadet Tank M72.
- The Cub Cadet Tank M72 has the wider mower deck: 72" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet Tank M72 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 28 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 2003–2011 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 476 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | — | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 129 cm | 154 cm |
| Length | 198 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 72" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet Tank M72 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet Tank M72: 60 HP versus 28 HP (+32 HP, +114%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet Tank M72 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 2003 for the Cub Cadet Tank M72.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet Tank M72 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 476 kg for the Cub Cadet Tank M72.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet Tank M72 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The Cub Cadet Tank M72 has the wider mower deck: 72" versus 42".