John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Wheel Horse 1100 Special
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 1100 Special: 64 HP versus 11 HP (+53 HP, +482%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1980 for the Wheel Horse 1100 Special.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 254 kg for the Wheel Horse 1100 Special.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Wheel Horse 1100 Special | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 11 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1980 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 254 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 1100 Special?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 1100 Special: 64 HP versus 11 HP (+53 HP, +482%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 1100 Special?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1980 for the Wheel Horse 1100 Special.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 1100 Special?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 254 kg for the Wheel Horse 1100 Special.

