John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs White L-8
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the White L-8: 60 HP versus 8 HP (+52 HP, +650%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1990 for the White L-8.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 168 kg for the White L-8.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | White L-8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1990–1991 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 168 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | CVT |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 104 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 142 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the White L-8?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the White L-8: 60 HP versus 8 HP (+52 HP, +650%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the White L-8?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1990 for the White L-8.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the White L-8?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 168 kg for the White L-8.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the White L-8?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 32".