John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Toro GMT 230
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Toro GMT 230: 60 HP versus 23 HP (+37 HP, +161%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1978 for the Toro GMT 230.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 453 kg for the Toro GMT 230.
- The Toro GMT 230 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Toro GMT 230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 23 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1978 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 453 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Toro GMT 230?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Toro GMT 230: 60 HP versus 23 HP (+37 HP, +161%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Toro GMT 230?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1978 for the Toro GMT 230.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Toro GMT 230?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 453 kg for the Toro GMT 230.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Toro GMT 230?
The Toro GMT 230 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".