John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Wheel Horse 216-H
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 216-H: 64 HP versus 15 HP (+49 HP, +327%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1990 for the Wheel Horse 216-H.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 152 kg for the Wheel Horse 216-H.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Wheel Horse 216-H | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 15 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1990 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 152 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 160 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 216-H?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse 216-H: 64 HP versus 15 HP (+49 HP, +327%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 216-H?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1990 for the Wheel Horse 216-H.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 216-H?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 152 kg for the Wheel Horse 216-H.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse 216-H?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".