Cub Cadet Z42 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet Z42

Cub Cadet Z42

15 HP · 1997–2000

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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 more powerful than the Cub Cadet Z42: 60 HP versus 15 HP (+45 HP, +300%).
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1997 for the Cub Cadet Z42.
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 320 kg for the Cub Cadet Z42.

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet Z42John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III
Power15 HP60 HP
Production years1997–20002018+
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders14
Weight320 kg1 892 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Wheelbase154 cm
Length335 cm
Mower deck42"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet Z42 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet Z42: 60 HP versus 15 HP (+45 HP, +300%).

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet Z42 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1997 for the Cub Cadet Z42.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet Z42 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 320 kg for the Cub Cadet Z42.

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