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" |