John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Wheel Horse A-60
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse A-60: 60 HP versus 5 HP (+55 HP, +1100%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1976 for the Wheel Horse A-60.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 104 kg for the Wheel Horse A-60.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Wheel Horse A-60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1976–1977 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 104 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 97 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 144 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 26" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse A-60?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse A-60: 60 HP versus 5 HP (+55 HP, +1100%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse A-60?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1976 for the Wheel Horse A-60.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse A-60?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 104 kg for the Wheel Horse A-60.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse A-60?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 26".