Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 vs John Deere 135

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet Z-Force S48

Cub Cadet Z-Force S48

22 HP · 2010–2013

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John Deere 135

John Deere 135

22 HP · 2006

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 and the John Deere 135 deliver the same power: 22 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 2006 for the John Deere 135.
  • The Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 is heavier: 328 kg versus 213 kg for the John Deere 135.
  • The Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet Z-Force S48John Deere 135
Power22 HP22 HP
Production years2010–20132006
FuelGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight328 kg213 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Wheelbase109 cm124 cm
Length177 cm175 cm
Mower deck48"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 or the John Deere 135?

The Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 and the John Deere 135 deliver the same power: 22 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 or the John Deere 135?

The Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 2006 for the John Deere 135.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 or the John Deere 135?

The Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 is heavier: 328 kg versus 213 kg for the John Deere 135.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 or the John Deere 135?

The Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

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