SPECS / COMPARISON
Cub Cadet HDS 2165 vs Sears SS-15 917.2538
A detailed comparison of the Cub Cadet HDS 2165 and the Sears SS-15 917.2538. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Cub Cadet HDS 216511.9 kW (16.0 HP)
Sears SS-15 917.253811.2 kW (15.0 HP)
Weight
Cub Cadet HDS 2165305.0 kg (672.4 lbs)
Sears SS-15 917.2538301.0 kg (663.6 lbs)
| Specification | Cub Cadet HDS 2165 Garden and Lawn Tractors | Sears SS-15 917.2538 Garden and Lawn Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Main Category | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors | Garden and Lawn Care Tractors |
| Tractor Type | Garden Tractor | Garden Tractor |
| Horsepower | 11.9 kW (16.0 HP) | 11.2 kW (15.0 HP) |
| Weight | 305.0 kg (672.4 lbs) | 301.0 kg (663.6 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Shaft-driven hydrostatic | Belt-driven gear type |
| Length | 182.0 cm (71.7 in.) | 165.0 cm (65.0 in.) |
| Years Made | 1994-1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Model | Briggs & Stratton Vanguard | Briggs & Stratton 325431 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, air-cooled, V-twin | 4-stroke, air-cooled |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Displacement | 480 cc (29.3 cu in.) | 531 cc (32.4 cu in.) |
| Bore | 6.81 cm (2.68 in.) | 8.99 cm (3.54 in.) |
| Stroke | 6.60 cm (2.60 in.) | 8.31 cm (3.27 in.) |
| Front PTO Type | Independent with electric clutch | — |
| Rated RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V, 280 CCA |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 109.0 cm (42.9 in.) | 100.0 cm (Steering Wheel Height: 39.4 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 119.0 cm (46.9 in.) | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11.4 l (3.0 gal) | 11.5 l (3.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.7 l (0.4 gal) | 1.9 l (0.5 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 7.1 l (1.9 gal) | 4.7 l (1.2 gal) |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 4.8 km/h (Forward: 6.0 MPH (9.7 km/h) Reverse: 3.0 MPH) | 4.0 km/h (Forward: 6.5 MPH (10.5 km/h) Reverse: 2.5 MPH) |
| Brakes | Internal expanding | Drum |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual |
| Front Tires | Lawn/turf: 16×6.5-8 | Lawn/turf: 16×6.50-8 |
| Rear Tires | Lawn/turf: 23×9.5-12 | Lawn/turf: 23×9.50-12 |
| Torque Power | — | 2700 RPM |
| Torque Speed | — | 34.5 N·m (25.4 lb-ft) |
| Spark Plug | — | Champion J19LM |
| Width | — | 97.0 cm (38.2 in.) |
| Drawbar Category | — | Sears 3-Point |
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