Ford LGT-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 Ford LGT-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 1984 for the Ford LGT-12.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 276 kg for the Ford LGT-12.
Full specs comparison
| Ford LGT-12 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1984–1985 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 276 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 154 cm |
| Length | 185 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Ford LGT-12 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Ford LGT-12: 60 HP versus 12 HP (+48 HP, +400%).
Which is more recent, the Ford LGT-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 1984 for the Ford LGT-12.
Which is heavier, the Ford LGT-12 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 276 kg for the Ford LGT-12.