John Deere 1600 Turbo vs White FR-18C
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the White FR-18C: 64 HP versus 18 HP (+46 HP, +256%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1985 for the White FR-18C.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 267 kg for the White FR-18C.
- The White FR-18C has the wider mower deck: 52" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | White FR-18C | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1985–1988 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 267 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 111 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 144 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 52" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the White FR-18C?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the White FR-18C: 64 HP versus 18 HP (+46 HP, +256%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the White FR-18C?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1985 for the White FR-18C.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the White FR-18C?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 267 kg for the White FR-18C.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the White FR-18C?
The White FR-18C has the wider mower deck: 52" versus 42".

