John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Wheel Horse 108
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 108: 64 HP versus 8 HP (+56 HP, +700%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1981 for the Wheel Horse 108.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 181 kg for the Wheel Horse 108.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Wheel Horse 108 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1981–1988 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 181 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 118 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 164 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 108?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 108: 64 HP versus 8 HP (+56 HP, +700%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 108?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1981 for the Wheel Horse 108.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 108?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 181 kg for the Wheel Horse 108.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 108?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".