John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Wheel Horse A-60
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse A-60: 64 HP versus 5 HP (+59 HP, +1180%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1976 for the Wheel Horse A-60.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 104 kg for the Wheel Horse A-60.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Wheel Horse A-60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1976–1977 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 104 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 97 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 144 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 26" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse A-60?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse A-60: 64 HP versus 5 HP (+59 HP, +1180%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse A-60?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1976 for the Wheel Horse A-60.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse A-60?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 104 kg for the Wheel Horse A-60.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse A-60?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 26".