John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Wheel Horse 12-38XL
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 12-38XL: 64 HP versus 12 HP (+52 HP, +433%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1993 for the Wheel Horse 12-38XL.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 186 kg for the Wheel Horse 12-38XL.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Wheel Horse 12-38XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1993–1995 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 186 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 12-38XL?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 12-38XL: 64 HP versus 12 HP (+52 HP, +433%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 12-38XL?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1993 for the Wheel Horse 12-38XL.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 12-38XL?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 186 kg for the Wheel Horse 12-38XL.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 12-38XL?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".