John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Toro 312-8
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Toro 312-8: 60 HP versus 12 HP (+48 HP, +400%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1990 for the Toro 312-8.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 276 kg for the Toro 312-8.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Toro 312-8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1990–2001 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 276 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Toro 312-8?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Toro 312-8: 60 HP versus 12 HP (+48 HP, +400%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Toro 312-8?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1990 for the Toro 312-8.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Toro 312-8?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 276 kg for the Toro 312-8.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Toro 312-8?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".