John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Kubota T1870
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Kubota T1870: 60 HP versus 19 HP (+41 HP, +216%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2002 for the Kubota T1870.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 279 kg for the Kubota T1870.
- The Kubota T1870 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Kubota T1870 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 19 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 2002–2007 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 279 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 119 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 174 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota T1870?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Kubota T1870: 60 HP versus 19 HP (+41 HP, +216%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota T1870?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2002 for the Kubota T1870.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota T1870?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 279 kg for the Kubota T1870.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota T1870?
The Kubota T1870 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".