John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Wheel Horse Raider 12
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse Raider 12: 60 HP versus 12 HP (+48 HP, +400%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1968 for the Wheel Horse Raider 12.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 267 kg for the Wheel Horse Raider 12.
- 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 Raider 12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1968–1974 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 267 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 154 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 Raider 12?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse Raider 12: 60 HP versus 12 HP (+48 HP, +400%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse Raider 12?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1968 for the Wheel Horse Raider 12.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse Raider 12?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 267 kg for the Wheel Horse Raider 12.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse Raider 12?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".