John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Wheel Horse RJ-59
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse RJ-59: 64 HP versus 4 HP (+60 HP, +1500%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1959 for the Wheel Horse RJ-59.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Wheel Horse RJ-59 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 4 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1959 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse RJ-59?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Wheel Horse RJ-59: 64 HP versus 4 HP (+60 HP, +1500%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Wheel Horse RJ-59?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1959 for the Wheel Horse RJ-59.

