John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Toro GMT 230
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Toro GMT 230: 64 HP versus 23 HP (+41 HP, +178%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1978 for the Toro GMT 230.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 453 kg for the Toro GMT 230.
- The Toro GMT 230 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Toro GMT 230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 23 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1978 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 453 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro GMT 230?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Toro GMT 230: 64 HP versus 23 HP (+41 HP, +178%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro GMT 230?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1978 for the Toro GMT 230.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro GMT 230?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 453 kg for the Toro GMT 230.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Toro GMT 230?
The Toro GMT 230 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".