John Deere GT225 vs Sabre 1538HS

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere GT225

John Deere GT225

15 HP · 1999–2003

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Sabre 1538HS

Sabre 1538HS

15 HP · 1996–1997

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere GT225 and the Sabre 1538HS deliver the same power: 15 HP.
  • The John Deere GT225 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1996 for the Sabre 1538HS.
  • The John Deere GT225 is heavier: 252 kg versus 177 kg for the Sabre 1538HS.
  • The John Deere GT225 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere GT225Sabre 1538HS
Power15 HP15 HP
Production years1999–20031996–1997
Fuel—Gasoline
Cylinders11
Weight252 kg177 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase—113 cm
Length182 cm152 cm
Mower deck42"38"

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