SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet 1720 vs Wheel Horse 257-H
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet 1720 and the Wheel Horse 257-H. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet 172012.7 kW (17.1 HP)
Wheel Horse 257-H12.7 kW (17.1 HP)
| Specification | Cub Cadet 1720 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Wheel Horse 257-H Garden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Lawn Tractor | Lawn Tractor |
| Horsepower | 12.7 kW (17.1 HP) | 12.7 kW (17.1 HP) |
| Weight | 1910.0 kg (4210.8 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | Belt-driven hydrostatic |
| Length | 173.0 cm (68.1 in.) | 182.0 cm (71.7 in.) |
| Years Made | 1988-1991 | 1988-1989 |
| Engine Model | Kohler MV18 | Kawasaki FC540V |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled, V | 4-stroke, air-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Displacement | 691 cc (42.2 cu in.) | 534 cc (32.6 cu in.) |
| Bore | 7.90 cm (3.11 in.) | 8.89 cm (3.50 in.) |
| Stroke | 7.01 cm (2.76 in.) | 8.61 cm (3.39 in.) |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with electric clutch | — |
| Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | — |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Wheelbase | 114.0 cm (44.9 in.) | 115.0 cm (45.3 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11.4 l (3.0 gal) | 7.6 l (2.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.9 l (0.5 gal) | 1.6 l (0.4 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-30 | — |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 4.8 km/h (Forward: 5.5 MPH (8.8 km/h) Reverse: 3.0 MPH) | 5.5 km/h (Forward: 4.7 MPH (7.6 km/h) Reverse: 3.4 MPH) |
| Brakes | Dry disc | — |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 15x6x6 | Lawn/turf: 15×6.00-6 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 20x10x8 | Lawn/turf: 22×9.00-12 |
| Middle PTO Type | — | Independent with electric clutch |
| Spark Plug | — | NGK BPR5ES |
| Width | — | 90.0 cm (35.4 in.) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | — | 0.7 l (0.2 gal) |
| Transmission Model | — | Eaton 7 |
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