John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Simplicity Cobalt 30/61
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity Cobalt 30/61: 64 HP versus 30 HP (+34 HP, +113%).
- The Simplicity Cobalt 30/61 is the more recent model: production started in 2009, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 530 kg for the Simplicity Cobalt 30/61.
- The Simplicity Cobalt 30/61 has the wider mower deck: 61" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Simplicity Cobalt 30/61 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 30 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2009–2013 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 530 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | — |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 139 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 205 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 61" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Cobalt 30/61?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity Cobalt 30/61: 64 HP versus 30 HP (+34 HP, +113%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Cobalt 30/61?
The Simplicity Cobalt 30/61 is the more recent model: production started in 2009, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Cobalt 30/61?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 530 kg for the Simplicity Cobalt 30/61.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Cobalt 30/61?
The Simplicity Cobalt 30/61 has the wider mower deck: 61" versus 42".

