Cub Cadet Z48 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet Z48: 60 HP versus 18 HP (+42 HP, +233%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1997 for the Cub Cadet Z48.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 347 kg for the Cub Cadet Z48.
- The Cub Cadet Z48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet Z48 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1997–2000 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 347 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 154 cm |
| Length | — | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet Z48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet Z48: 60 HP versus 18 HP (+42 HP, +233%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet Z48 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 Z48.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet Z48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 347 kg for the Cub Cadet Z48.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet Z48 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The Cub Cadet Z48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".