John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Kubota Z121S
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Kubota Z121S: 60 HP versus 21 HP (+39 HP, +186%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2014 for the Kubota Z121S.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 339 kg for the Kubota Z121S.
- The Kubota Z121S has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Kubota Z121S | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 21 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 339 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 194 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota Z121S?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Kubota Z121S: 60 HP versus 21 HP (+39 HP, +186%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota Z121S?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2014 for the Kubota Z121S.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota Z121S?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 339 kg for the Kubota Z121S.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota Z121S?
The Kubota Z121S has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".