Cub Cadet 55 vs Cub Cadet 72
Verdict: Cub Cadet 55 vs Cub Cadet 72
The Cub Cadet 55 and the Cub Cadet 72 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Cub Cadet 72 leads on rated power with 7 hp against 5 hp. Cub Cadet 55 is the lighter machine (154 kg vs 251 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Cub Cadet 55 is the newer design (1971 vs 1967). In short: choose the Cub Cadet 72 for outright pulling power, or the Cub Cadet 55 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a 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.