John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Wheel Horse D-250
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse D-250: 60 HP versus 19 HP (+41 HP, +216%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1976 for the Wheel Horse D-250.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 526 kg for the Wheel Horse D-250.
- The Wheel Horse D-250 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Wheel Horse D-250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 19 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1976–1981 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 526 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 8 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 139 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 198 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse D-250?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse D-250: 60 HP versus 19 HP (+41 HP, +216%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse D-250?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1976 for the Wheel Horse D-250.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse D-250?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 526 kg for the Wheel Horse D-250.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse D-250?
The Wheel Horse D-250 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".