John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Sabre 1948GV
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Sabre 1948GV: 60 HP versus 19 HP (+41 HP, +216%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2000 for the Sabre 1948GV.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 257 kg for the Sabre 1948GV.
- The Sabre 1948GV has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Sabre 1948GV | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 19 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 2000 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 257 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 123 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Sabre 1948GV?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Sabre 1948GV: 60 HP versus 19 HP (+41 HP, +216%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Sabre 1948GV?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2000 for the Sabre 1948GV.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Sabre 1948GV?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 257 kg for the Sabre 1948GV.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Sabre 1948GV?
The Sabre 1948GV has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".