Allis Chalmers 917 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III

Side-by-side specs comparison

Allis Chalmers 917

Allis Chalmers 917

17 HP · 1979–1985

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John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III

John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III

60 HP · 2018+

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Allis Chalmers 917: 60 HP versus 17 HP (+43 HP, +253%).
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1979 for the Allis Chalmers 917.
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 312 kg for the Allis Chalmers 917.

Full specs comparison

Allis Chalmers 917John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III
Power17 HP60 HP
Production years1979–19852018+
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders24
Weight312 kg1 892 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase128 cm154 cm
Length177 cm335 cm
Mower deck42"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Allis Chalmers 917 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Allis Chalmers 917: 60 HP versus 17 HP (+43 HP, +253%).

Which is more recent, the Allis Chalmers 917 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1979 for the Allis Chalmers 917.

Which is heavier, the Allis Chalmers 917 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 312 kg for the Allis Chalmers 917.

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