John Deere 400 vs Sabre 1948HV

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 400

John Deere 400

19 HP · 1975–1983

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Sabre 1948HV

Sabre 1948HV

19 HP · 2000–2002

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 400 and the Sabre 1948HV deliver the same power: 19 HP.
  • The Sabre 1948HV is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1975 for the John Deere 400.
  • The John Deere 400 is heavier: 442 kg versus 258 kg for the Sabre 1948HV.
  • The John Deere 400 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 400Sabre 1948HV
Power19 HP19 HP
Production years1975–19832000–2002
FuelGasoline
Cylinders2
Weight442 kg258 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase132 cm123 cm
Length193 cm182 cm
Mower deck60"48"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 400 or the Sabre 1948HV?

The John Deere 400 and the Sabre 1948HV deliver the same power: 19 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 400 or the Sabre 1948HV?

The Sabre 1948HV is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1975 for the John Deere 400.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 400 or the Sabre 1948HV?

The John Deere 400 is heavier: 442 kg versus 258 kg for the Sabre 1948HV.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 400 or the Sabre 1948HV?

The John Deere 400 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".

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