Cub Cadet XT1 LT54 vs John Deere 856
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet XT1 LT54 and the John Deere 856 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
- The Cub Cadet XT1 LT54 is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 1986 for the John Deere 856.
- The John Deere 856 is heavier: 816 kg versus 231 kg for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT54.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet XT1 LT54 | John Deere 856 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 24 HP | 24 HP |
| Production years | 2015 | 1986–1998 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 3 |
| Weight | 231 kg | 816 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 764 kg |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 220 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 280 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 54" | — |
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