Cub Cadet 7260 vs John Deere 2520

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 7260

Cub Cadet 7260

26 HP · 1998–2003

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John Deere 2520

John Deere 2520

26 HP · 2005–2011

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 7260 and the John Deere 2520 deliver the same power: 26 HP.
  • The John Deere 2520 is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1998 for the Cub Cadet 7260.
  • The Cub Cadet 7260 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 749 kg versus 650 kg.

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 7260John Deere 2520
Power26 HP26 HP
Production years1998–20032005–2011
FuelDiesel
Cylinders3
Displacement1.3 L1.3 L
Weight845 kg
Drive4WD4WD
TransmissionPartial power shiftHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)9 / 3
Rear lift capacity749 kg650 kg
Wheelbase165 cm165 cm
Length292 cm276 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 7260 or the John Deere 2520?

The Cub Cadet 7260 and the John Deere 2520 deliver the same power: 26 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 7260 or the John Deere 2520?

The John Deere 2520 is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1998 for the Cub Cadet 7260.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the Cub Cadet 7260 or the John Deere 2520?

The Cub Cadet 7260 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 749 kg versus 650 kg.

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