Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ60 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ60

Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ60

2014–2024

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John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III

John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III

60 HP · 2018+

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2014 for the Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ60.
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 360 kg for the Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ60.
  • The Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ60 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ60John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III
Power60 HP
Production years2014–20242018+
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders24
Weight360 kg1 892 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionHydrostatic
Wheelbase109 cm154 cm
Length177 cm335 cm
Mower deck60"42"