John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Kubota Z421
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota Z421: 64 HP versus 24 HP (+40 HP, +167%).
- The Kubota Z421 is the more recent model: production started in 2017, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
- The Kubota Z421 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Kubota Z421 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 24 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2017+ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 125 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 205 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 54" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota Z421?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota Z421: 64 HP versus 24 HP (+40 HP, +167%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota Z421?
The Kubota Z421 is the more recent model: production started in 2017, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota Z421?
The Kubota Z421 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".

