John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Kubota T1700
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Kubota T1700: 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 1991 for the Kubota T1700.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 255 kg for the Kubota T1700.
- The Kubota T1700 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Kubota T1700 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1991–1996 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 255 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 119 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 173 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota T1700?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Kubota T1700: 60 HP versus 17 HP (+43 HP, +253%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota T1700?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1991 for the Kubota T1700.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota T1700?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 255 kg for the Kubota T1700.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota T1700?
The Kubota T1700 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

