John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Kubota GT850
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Kubota GT850: 60 HP versus 15 HP (+45 HP, +300%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1978 for the Kubota GT850.
- The Kubota GT850 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Kubota GT850 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 15 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1978–1988 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota GT850?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Kubota GT850: 60 HP versus 15 HP (+45 HP, +300%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota GT850?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1978 for the Kubota GT850.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota GT850?
The Kubota GT850 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".