John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Kubota ZD18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota ZD18: 64 HP versus 18 HP (+46 HP, +256%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 2001 for the Kubota ZD18.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 611 kg for the Kubota ZD18.
- The Kubota ZD18 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Kubota ZD18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2001–2006 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 611 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 124 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 203 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 54" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZD18?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota ZD18: 64 HP versus 18 HP (+46 HP, +256%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZD18?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 2001 for the Kubota ZD18.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZD18?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 611 kg for the Kubota ZD18.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZD18?
The Kubota ZD18 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".

