John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Wheel Horse Commando V7
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse Commando V7: 64 HP versus 7 HP (+57 HP, +814%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1969 for the Wheel Horse Commando V7.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 187 kg for the Wheel Horse Commando V7.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Wheel Horse Commando V7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1969–1970 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 187 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 106 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 142 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse Commando V7?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse Commando V7: 64 HP versus 7 HP (+57 HP, +814%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse Commando V7?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1969 for the Wheel Horse Commando V7.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse Commando V7?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 187 kg for the Wheel Horse Commando V7.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse Commando V7?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".

