Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo

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 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 S48: 64 HP versus 22 HP (+42 HP, +191%).
  • The Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 328 kg for the Cub Cadet Z-Force S48.
  • The Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet Z-Force S48John Deere 1600 Turbo
Power22 HP64 HP
Production years2010–20132002–2006
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders24
Weight328 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 S48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Cub Cadet Z-Force S48: 64 HP versus 22 HP (+42 HP, +191%).

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 328 kg for the Cub Cadet Z-Force S48.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet Z-Force S48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?

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

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