John Deere 1600 Turbo vs White R-86
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the White R-86: 64 HP versus 8 HP (+56 HP, +700%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1985 for the White R-86.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 164 kg for the White R-86.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | White R-86 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1985–1991 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 164 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | CVT |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 109 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the White R-86?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the White R-86: 64 HP versus 8 HP (+56 HP, +700%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the White R-86?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1985 for the White R-86.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the White R-86?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 164 kg for the White R-86.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the White R-86?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".