John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Wheel Horse B-165

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John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III

John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III

60 HP · 2018+

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Wheel Horse B-165

Wheel Horse B-165

16 HP · 1980–1984

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse B-165: 60 HP versus 16 HP (+44 HP, +275%).
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1980 for the Wheel Horse B-165.
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 172 kg for the Wheel Horse B-165.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1600 Turbo Series IIIWheel Horse B-165
Power60 HP16 HP
Production years2018+1980–1984
FuelDieselElectric
Cylinders42
Weight1 892 kg172 kg
Drive4WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1
Wheelbase154 cm115 cm
Length335 cm170 cm
Mower deck42"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse B-165?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse B-165: 60 HP versus 16 HP (+44 HP, +275%).

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse B-165?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1980 for the Wheel Horse B-165.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse B-165?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 172 kg for the Wheel Horse B-165.

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