John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Wheel Horse 212
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 212: 64 HP versus 12 HP (+52 HP, +433%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1987 for the Wheel Horse 212.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Wheel Horse 212 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1987–1988 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | — |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 212?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 212: 64 HP versus 12 HP (+52 HP, +433%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 212?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1987 for the Wheel Horse 212.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 212?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
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