John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Sabre 1538GS
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Sabre 1538GS: 64 HP versus 15 HP (+49 HP, +327%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1997 for the Sabre 1538GS.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 177 kg for the Sabre 1538GS.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Sabre 1538GS | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 15 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1997–1998 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 177 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Sabre 1538GS?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Sabre 1538GS: 64 HP versus 15 HP (+49 HP, +327%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Sabre 1538GS?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1997 for the Sabre 1538GS.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Sabre 1538GS?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 177 kg for the Sabre 1538GS.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Sabre 1538GS?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".