Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48 vs John Deere 727

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48

Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48

23 HP · 2012–2013

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John Deere 727

John Deere 727

23 HP · 2002–2003

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48 and the John Deere 727 deliver the same power: 23 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 2002 for the John Deere 727.
  • The Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48 is heavier: 562 kg versus 494 kg for the John Deere 727.
  • The John Deere 727 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 48".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48John Deere 727
Power23 HP23 HP
Production years2012–20132002–2003
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight562 kg494 kg
Drive2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Wheelbase137 cm121 cm
Length219 cm198 cm
Mower deck48"54"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48 or the John Deere 727?

The Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48 and the John Deere 727 deliver the same power: 23 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48 or the John Deere 727?

The Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 2002 for the John Deere 727.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48 or the John Deere 727?

The Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48 is heavier: 562 kg versus 494 kg for the John Deere 727.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet Tank SZ 48 or the John Deere 727?

The John Deere 727 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 48".

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