Allis Chalmers 608LT vs John Deere 1600 Turbo
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Allis Chalmers 608LT: 64 HP versus 8 HP (+56 HP, +700%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1976 for the Allis Chalmers 608LT.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 222 kg for the Allis Chalmers 608LT.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Allis Chalmers 608LT | John Deere 1600 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 64 HP |
| Production years | 1976–1978 | 2002–2006 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 222 kg | 1 791 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 112 cm | 152 cm |
| Length | 146 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Allis Chalmers 608LT or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Allis Chalmers 608LT: 64 HP versus 8 HP (+56 HP, +700%).
Which is more recent, the Allis Chalmers 608LT or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1976 for the Allis Chalmers 608LT.
Which is heavier, the Allis Chalmers 608LT or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 222 kg for the Allis Chalmers 608LT.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Allis Chalmers 608LT or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".

