John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Kubota ZG227
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Kubota ZG227: 60 HP versus 27 HP (+33 HP, +122%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2008 for the Kubota ZG227.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 539 kg for the Kubota ZG227.
- The Kubota ZG227 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Kubota ZG227 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 27 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 2008–2018 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 539 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 129 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 212 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 54" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota ZG227?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Kubota ZG227: 60 HP versus 27 HP (+33 HP, +122%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota ZG227?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2008 for the Kubota ZG227.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota ZG227?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 539 kg for the Kubota ZG227.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Kubota ZG227?
The Kubota ZG227 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".