John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs White FR-18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the White FR-18: 60 HP versus 18 HP (+42 HP, +233%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1996 for the White FR-18.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 272 kg for the White FR-18.
- The White FR-18 has the wider mower deck: 52" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | White FR-18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1996 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 272 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 52" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the White FR-18?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the White FR-18: 60 HP versus 18 HP (+42 HP, +233%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the White FR-18?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1996 for the White FR-18.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the White FR-18?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 272 kg for the White FR-18.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the White FR-18?
The White FR-18 has the wider mower deck: 52" versus 42".

