John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Kubota ZG222
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota ZG222: 64 HP versus 22 HP (+42 HP, +191%).
- The Kubota ZG222 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 529 kg for the Kubota ZG222.
- The Kubota ZG222 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Kubota ZG222 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 22 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2008–2018 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 529 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 129 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 209 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZG222?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota ZG222: 64 HP versus 22 HP (+42 HP, +191%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZG222?
The Kubota ZG222 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZG222?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 529 kg for the Kubota ZG222.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZG222?
The Kubota ZG222 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

