Cub Cadet 1606 vs Cub Cadet 2164
Verdict: Cub Cadet 1606 vs Cub Cadet 2164
The Cub Cadet 1606 and the Cub Cadet 2164 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 16 hp. Cub Cadet 2164 is the lighter machine (269 kg vs 332 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Cub Cadet 1606 holds more fuel (15.1 L vs 11.4 L) for longer stints between fills. Cub Cadet 2164 is the newer design (1999 vs 1985). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.