Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48

Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48

24 HP · 2014–2024

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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 Z-Force L 48: 64 HP versus 24 HP (+40 HP, +167%).
  • The Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 327 kg for the Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48.
  • The Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48John Deere 1600 Turbo
Power24 HP64 HP
Production years2014–20242002–2006
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders24
Weight327 kg1 791 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Wheelbase109 cm152 cm
Length177 cm335 cm
Mower deck48"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48: 64 HP versus 24 HP (+40 HP, +167%).

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 327 kg for the Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The Cub Cadet Z-Force L 48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

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