Allis Chalmers B-12 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Allis Chalmers B-12: 60 HP versus 12 HP (+48 HP, +400%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1966 for the Allis Chalmers B-12.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| Allis Chalmers B-12 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1966–1968 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | — | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 154 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 32" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Allis Chalmers B-12 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Allis Chalmers B-12: 60 HP versus 12 HP (+48 HP, +400%).
Which is more recent, the Allis Chalmers B-12 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 1966 for the Allis Chalmers B-12.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Allis Chalmers B-12 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 32".