John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Kubota Z781
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota Z781: 64 HP versus 29 HP (+35 HP, +121%).
- The Kubota Z781 is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 568 kg for the Kubota Z781.
- The Kubota Z781 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Kubota Z781 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 29 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 568 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 129 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 213 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 54" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota Z781?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota Z781: 64 HP versus 29 HP (+35 HP, +121%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota Z781?
The Kubota Z781 is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota Z781?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 568 kg for the Kubota Z781.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota Z781?
The Kubota Z781 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".

