John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Wheel Horse L-106
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse L-106: 60 HP versus 6 HP (+54 HP, +900%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1966 for the Wheel Horse L-106.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 149 kg for the Wheel Horse L-106.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Wheel Horse L-106 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 6 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1966 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 149 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | 139 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse L-106?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse L-106: 60 HP versus 6 HP (+54 HP, +900%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse L-106?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1966 for the Wheel Horse L-106.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse L-106?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 149 kg for the Wheel Horse L-106.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse L-106?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 32".