John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Wheel Horse 417-8
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 417-8: 60 HP versus 17 HP (+43 HP, +253%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1985 for the Wheel Horse 417-8.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 265 kg for the Wheel Horse 417-8.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Wheel Horse 417-8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1985–1986 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 265 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 Wheel Horse 417-8?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 417-8: 60 HP versus 17 HP (+43 HP, +253%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse 417-8?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1985 for the Wheel Horse 417-8.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse 417-8?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 265 kg for the Wheel Horse 417-8.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse 417-8?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".