John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Sabre 15.538GS
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Sabre 15.538GS: 60 HP versus 15 HP (+45 HP, +300%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1996 for the Sabre 15.538GS.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Sabre 15.538GS | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 15 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1996–1998 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Sabre 15.538GS?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Sabre 15.538GS: 60 HP versus 15 HP (+45 HP, +300%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Sabre 15.538GS?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1996 for the Sabre 15.538GS.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Sabre 15.538GS?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".