John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Wheel Horse 208-4
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 208-4: 60 HP versus 8 HP (+52 HP, +650%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1988 for the Wheel Horse 208-4.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 156 kg for the Wheel Horse 208-4.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Wheel Horse 208-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1988 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 156 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 4 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 154 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse 208-4?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 208-4: 60 HP versus 8 HP (+52 HP, +650%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse 208-4?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1988 for the Wheel Horse 208-4.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse 208-4?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 156 kg for the Wheel Horse 208-4.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse 208-4?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
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