John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Sabre 1542HS

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 1600 Turbo

John Deere 1600 Turbo

64 HP · 2002–2006

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Sabre 1542HS

Sabre 1542HS

15 HP · 1998–2001

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Sabre 1542HS: 64 HP versus 15 HP (+49 HP, +327%).
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1998 for the Sabre 1542HS.
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 179 kg for the Sabre 1542HS.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1600 TurboSabre 1542HS
Power64 HP15 HP
Production years2002–20061998–2001
FuelDieselGasoline
Cylinders41
Weight1 791 kg179 kg
Drive4WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase152 cm113 cm
Length335 cm152 cm
Mower deck42"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Sabre 1542HS?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Sabre 1542HS: 64 HP versus 15 HP (+49 HP, +327%).

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Sabre 1542HS?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1998 for the Sabre 1542HS.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Sabre 1542HS?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 179 kg for the Sabre 1542HS.

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