John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Kubota ZD221
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Kubota ZD221: 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 2008 for the Kubota ZD221.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 56 kg for the Kubota ZD221.
- The Kubota ZD221 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Kubota ZD221 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 21 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 2008–2018 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 56 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 129 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 213 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota ZD221?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Kubota ZD221: 60 HP versus 21 HP (+39 HP, +186%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota ZD221?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2008 for the Kubota ZD221.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota ZD221?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 56 kg for the Kubota ZD221.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota ZD221?
The Kubota ZD221 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".