John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Kubota T1700
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota T1700: 64 HP versus 17 HP (+47 HP, +276%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1991 for the Kubota T1700.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 255 kg for the Kubota T1700.
- The Kubota T1700 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Kubota T1700 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1991–1996 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 255 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 119 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 173 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota T1700?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota T1700: 64 HP versus 17 HP (+47 HP, +276%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota T1700?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1991 for the Kubota T1700.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota T1700?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 255 kg for the Kubota T1700.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota T1700?
The Kubota T1700 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

