John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Simplicity ZT3500 27/48
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity ZT3500 27/48: 64 HP versus 27 HP (+37 HP, +137%).
- The Simplicity ZT3500 27/48 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 328 kg for the Simplicity ZT3500 27/48.
- The Simplicity ZT3500 27/48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Simplicity ZT3500 27/48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 27 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2012–2013 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 328 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | — |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 114 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 198 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity ZT3500 27/48?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity ZT3500 27/48: 64 HP versus 27 HP (+37 HP, +137%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity ZT3500 27/48?
The Simplicity ZT3500 27/48 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity ZT3500 27/48?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 328 kg for the Simplicity ZT3500 27/48.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity ZT3500 27/48?
The Simplicity ZT3500 27/48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".