Husqvarna GT48XLS vs John Deere 1600 Turbo
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Husqvarna GT48XLS: 64 HP versus 27 HP (+37 HP, +137%).
- The Husqvarna GT48XLS is the more recent model: production started in 2013, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 276 kg for the Husqvarna GT48XLS.
- The Husqvarna GT48XLS has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Husqvarna GT48XLS | John Deere 1600 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 27 HP | 64 HP |
| Production years | 2013–2015 | 2002–2006 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | 276 kg | 1 791 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 152 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Husqvarna GT48XLS or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Husqvarna GT48XLS: 64 HP versus 27 HP (+37 HP, +137%).
Which is more recent, the Husqvarna GT48XLS or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The Husqvarna GT48XLS is the more recent model: production started in 2013, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
Which is heavier, the Husqvarna GT48XLS or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 276 kg for the Husqvarna GT48XLS.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Husqvarna GT48XLS or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The Husqvarna GT48XLS has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

