John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Wheel Horse SK-486
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse SK-486: 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 1982 for the Wheel Horse SK-486.
- The Wheel Horse SK-486 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Wheel Horse SK-486 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1982 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse SK-486?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Wheel Horse SK-486: 60 HP versus 16 HP (+44 HP, +275%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse SK-486?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1982 for the Wheel Horse SK-486.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Wheel Horse SK-486?
The Wheel Horse SK-486 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".