John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Kubota ZG227
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota ZG227: 64 HP versus 27 HP (+37 HP, +137%).
- The Kubota ZG227 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 539 kg for the Kubota ZG227.
- The Kubota ZG227 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Kubota ZG227 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 27 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2008–2018 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 539 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 129 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 212 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 54" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZG227?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Kubota ZG227: 64 HP versus 27 HP (+37 HP, +137%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZG227?
The Kubota ZG227 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 ZG227?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 539 kg for the Kubota ZG227.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Kubota ZG227?
The Kubota ZG227 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".