John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Sabre 1538GS
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Sabre 1538GS: 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 1997 for the Sabre 1538GS.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 177 kg for the Sabre 1538GS.
- 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 1538GS | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 15 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1997–1998 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 177 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 1538GS?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Sabre 1538GS: 60 HP versus 15 HP (+45 HP, +300%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Sabre 1538GS?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1997 for the Sabre 1538GS.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Sabre 1538GS?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 177 kg for the Sabre 1538GS.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Sabre 1538GS?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".